70 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, dated 24 months or less prior to the expected start date at Rasmussen University 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) calendar years of the date the student starts in the program 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) calendar years of the date the student starts in the program 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 or they will be withdrawn. 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 meet one of the acceptance requirements outlined in number one above plus any additional acceptance requirements. 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. In addition to meeting all other acceptance 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 acceptance 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. Any prospective student must also consider their history, lifestyle, and future actions before enrolling in this program, and carefully consider whether their actions may prevent them from attaining employment in the field they choose to pursue. Additional requirements, such as industry-specific training may be required to obtain employment in this field. Applicants for careers in this field may be subject to pre- employment screenings such as, but not limited to, criminal background checks, and drug/ or alcohol testing. Employment decisions, including whether to require background checks and other tests, are made at the discretion of the employer. 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 91 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 170 for details. The Radiologic Technology Associate’s Degree program is only offered at the Fort Myers and Ocala campuses in Florida and the Eagan 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): • Eagan campus in Minnesota was granted reaccreditation in 2021 for a period of eight years. • Fort Myers campus in Florida was granted reaccreditation in 2024 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 selected 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. “Undetermined” means that Rasmussen makes no determination whether this program meets the educational requirements for professional licensure and prospective students located in these states cannot enroll in this program. • Meets: MN, WI, ND, SD, IA. FL, GA, AL • Undetermined: AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, HI, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MO, MS, MT, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WV, WY, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, Northern Marianas Islands, 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. This program may require specific immunizations prior to professional practice experience. ALL CONTENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE BY ADDENDUM
