72 rasmussen.edu | 888-5-RASMUSSEN SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES Radiologic Technology | ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE Knowledge Credit Self-Directed Assessment Available Associate of Science Degree in Florida, Associate of Applied Science Degree in Minnesota CAREER OPPORTUNITIES • Radiologic Technologist OBJECTIVE Graduates of this program know basic concepts of anatomy and physiology, medical imaging, radiation production, and radiation safety. Graduates of the program will implement proper patient care techniques, operate radiographic equipment, position body parts, and follow radiation safety standards. Graduates can provide quality diagnostic medical imaging at a variety of clinical settings through the use of standard X-ray, mobile X-ray, and fluoroscopic technologies. They value critical thinking, communication, diverse perspectives, technology and information literacy, and patient safety and care. ACCEPTANCE REQUIREMENTS Applicants must complete the following steps to be considered for admission: 1. Meet one of the following requirements: a. Achieve a score on the School of Health Sciences Entrance Exam that is acceptable for admission under the School of Health Sciences Entrance Exam policy. b. HESI A2 (Health Education Systems, Inc Admission Assessment) with a composite score of 75% or higher, completed within 365 days of a signed enrollment agreement and transferred to Rasmussen at the student’s expense. c. Conferred associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a health sciences-related field from an accredited institution of higher learning as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) awarded within the past five (5) years with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. d. Completion of at least 20 quarter credits of college-level health sciences, natural sciences or math coursework completed within the past five (5) years and with a grade of C or higher in each course. One Composition or Communication course may be applied to meet this requirement. For coursework to be considered, it must comply with Transfer of Credit Policies of the University. Official transcripts showing either a conferred degree in a health sciences-related field or completion of a minimum of 20 quarter credits of eligible coursework must be received by the University no later than the sixth business day of the first quarter of enrollment. 2. Complete the following prior to being deemed eligible for consideration for admission: • Application and enrollment agreement • Background screening • Any additional program specific requirements as specified at the time of enrollment A health physical may be required and completed within the six months prior to internship/practicum as specified by the clinical facility. Current students in other programs wishing to transfer into a course of study requiring the admissions standards outlined above will be required to take or retake the School of Health Sciences Entrance exam, or submit a HESI A2 score of 75% or greater or meet either the conferred degree requirement or the 20 quarter credits of college-level coursework requirement. Once the applicant file is complete, the University will schedule an interview between the applicant and Program Coordinator/Director. This program has an enrollment capacity limit. Students accepted into their program will receive written communication from the University. The University may choose two additional applicants as alternates to join the program if another applicant is deemed ineligible or decides not to begin classes. These two alternates must complete all the necessary steps for admission. Alternates will be guaranteed the opportunity for enrollment into the next cohort provided they remain eligible for admission. Students must attend programmatic orientation as well as general orientation or risk being removed from the cohort. GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES Lower Division English Composition (Required course) 4 ENC1101 English Composition+ Communication (Select 1 course)+ 4 Humanities (Select 2 courses)+ 8 Math / Natural Sciences (Required courses) 8 PHA1500 Structure and Function of the Human Body+ MAT1222 Algebra+ Social Sciences (Select 2 courses)+ 8 See page 93 for General Education Course Selections. CORE COURSES Lower Division E242 Career Development+ 2 HSC1531 Medical Terminology 4 RTE1000 Introduction to Radiology and Patient Care 5 RTE1100 Radiology Physics 5 RTE1200 Advanced Modalities in Radiology 3 RTE2000 Radiographic Equipment and Acquisition 3 RTE2100 Radiographic Evaluation, Disease, and Quality Control 3 RTE2200 Radiobiology and Radiation Protection 4 RTE2300 Radiographic Positioning and Anatomy I 5 RTE2400 Radiographic Positioning and Anatomy II 5 RTE2500 Radiographic Positioning and Anatomy III 5 RTE2600 Radiologic Technology Practicum I 10 RTE2700 Radiologic Technology Practicum II 10 RTE2800 Radiologic Technology Practicum III 10 RTE2900 Radiologic Technology Capstone 2 General Education Credits 32 Core Credits 76 Total Associate’s Degree Credits 108 + Self-directed assessment available; see page 172 for details. The Radiologic Technology Associate’s Degree is only offered at the Fort Myers and Ocala campuses in Florida and the Lake Elmo/Woodbury campus in Minnesota. The following Radiologic Technology Associate Degree programs at Rasmussen University are accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT): • Fort Myers campus in Florida was awarded initial accreditation in 2021 for a period of three years. • Lake Elmo / Woodbury campus in Minnesota was granted reaccreditation in 2021 for a period of eight years. • Ocala campus in Florida was granted reaccreditation in 2023 for a period of eight years. Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, Illinois 60606-3182, [email protected], 312-704-5300. The Radiologic Technology Associate’s Degree contains both online and residential courses and is designed to lead to careers in Florida and Minnesota. While this program is only offered at select campuses in those states, determinations regarding professional licensure or certification have been made for other states as displayed below. “Meets” means that the program meets the educational requirements for professional licensure or certification or that there is no license or certification. “Does Not Meet” means that the program does not meet the educational requirements for professional licensure or certification. “Undetermined” means that Rasmussen was unable to determine, after reasonable efforts, whether the program meets the educational requirements for professional licensure or certification. • Meets: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY • Does Not Meet: (none) • Undetermined: American Samoa, Guam, Northern Marianas Islands, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands This program meets the educational requirements to apply for certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). ARRT certification may be required for state professional licensure or certification. Other eligibility requirements may apply to state and national licenses and certifications; please verify your eligibility against applicable rules, which may change at any time. In addition to meeting all other admissions requirements, Florida campus applicants must successfully pass two background checks—one through Rasmussen University’s chosen third-party vendor, and one meeting the Florida statutory definition of a Level 2 background check. In addition to meeting all other admissions requirements, Minnesota campus applicants must successfully pass two background checks— one through Rasmussen University’s chosen third-party vendor, and one through the Minnesota Department of Human Services. An additional background check may also be required during active enrollment prior to practicum or clinical placement depending on site requirements. This program may require specific immunizations prior to professional practice experience. ALL CONTENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE BY ADDENDUM
