5–3 Students need direct supervision by a qualified radiographer before demonstrating competency for a procedure. NEED – JOB SECURITY PEOPLE ARE GETTING OLDER – LIVING LONGER “BABY BOOMERS” TECHNOLOGIST ALSO GETTING OLDER NEED NEW, YOUNG PEOPLE TO TAKE OVER THE JOBS & TAKE CARE OF THE SICK AND ELDERLYįIG. $45,000 – $60,000 YR ADVANCE SPECIALTIES $ 30 - $50 PER HOUR SHORTAGES IN ALL HEALTH CARE – A NEED TO AQUIRE NEW TECHNOLOGIST TO THIS AREA ? LICENSE ELIGIBLITY ARRT – American Registry of Radiologic Technology (RT) Radiologic Technologist (R.T.) (R) California Dept of Public Health–RHB C.R.T (R,F) –RADIOGRAPHY & FLUOROSCOPY CERTS The Program is JRCERT accredited Graduates are eligible to apply for certification exam for ARRT (R.T.) CDPH-RHB Certification (C.R.T.) & (R) (F) - Passing the ARRT exam and licensure by the California Dept of Public Health – Radiologic Health Branch (DPHS - RHB) is necessary for employment. (Associate in Science) Degree Radiologic Technology Certificate Eligible to take STATE & NATIONAL LICENSES RAD TECH PROGRAM ORGANIZATIONAL CHART (2007)ĮL CAMINO COLLEGE RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM 2 YEARS OF STUDY (Rad Tech Courses) INCLUDES CLASSES ON CAMPUS AND WORKING/ TRAINING UNDER SUPERVISION AT THE CLINICAL SITES (HOSPITALS) WITH PATIENTS FULL TIME / DAYTIME* PROGRAM – M TO F *7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (approximate) – DEPENDING ON THE SEMESTER OF ATTENDANCEĮCC GRADUATE WITH A.S. Elsevier items and derived items © 2007, 2003 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. 5–2 Sample organizational chart for a radiography program. Questions to ASK (Programs) What is your accreditation & how long? What is your pass rate for ARRT? How many students find jobs after graduation? How many students start and finish? What are your costs to attend? How many faculty & clinical sites? Do you have a website?įIG. To get the List of RADIOGRAPHY SCHOOLS (in California) 21 Hospital Programs (Certificate*) *Soon the ARRT will REQUIRE an AS or AA degree to apply for ARRT Certification Rad Tech Programs University-based College-based Hospital-based Military Commercial SchoolsĮL CAMINO COLLEGE IS SIMILAR TO THIS MODEL RT Programs Didactic and Clinical Education DIDACTIC CLASSES CLINICAL LABS Some Programs SIMILAR TO THIS MODEL Practices Radiation Safety to Self & Others WHY CHOOSE RADIOGRAPHY? ISN’T IT DANGEROUS? What is a RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST? An important member of the HEALTH CARE TEAM Uses RADIATION to create IMAGES of the human body for medical diagnosis and treatment of disease or illness Radiologic Technologists are the largest group of allied health professionals in the country Did You Know.? OLD & NEW WAYS FILM SCREEN to DIGITAL IMAGING THE PROFESSION & SKILL LEVELS ARE CHANGING!ĭigital Imaging is here ECC 1 st College to get digital in lab RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY A “HIGH TECH” – “HIGH TOUCH” PROFESSION Caring for others Helping others PROGRAM ACCREDITATION JRCERT & CDHS – RHB (STATE) LAST SITE VISIT: OCT 2007 AWARDED THE MAXIMUM ACCREDIATION OF 8 YEARS ! MOST SCHOOLS AVE 3 – 5 YEARS Enhance communication skills and develop independent critical thinking to effectively participate in the health care environment. Graduate ethical and caring practitioners who apply radiation safety principles on patients, self and others. Provide competent Radiologic Technology graduates to the health care community, who are prepared to meet their career goals. Program Mission Statement.prepare well qualified imaging practitioners… while supporting the highest standards of ethics, patient care, and technical practice. Welcome to Radiologic Technology Program Information How to Apply What classes are needed Who can apply Is there a waiting list? How long? What does it take to become an R.T. This Presentation… Is intended to provide information and application process for the Radiologic Technology Program at ECC This lecture is offered during the intro course – RTEC A During the presentation – some slides may be skipped or reviewed quickly – as time allows - you have the chance to review at you own pace on my webpage……… Mrs. Presentation on theme: "EL CAMINO COLLEGE RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM APPLICATION AND PROGRAM INFORMATION - 2009."- Presentation transcript:ĮL CAMINO COLLEGE RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM APPLICATION AND PROGRAM INFORMATION - 2009
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