Radiologic Technology (A.A.S.)
Program Introduction
This nationally accredited associate degree program teaches students how to perform medical imaging procedures. Medical imaging is a branch of health care delivery that utilizes x-rays and other energy forms to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions.
Through a blend of classroom education at the university and clinical education at a hospital, students learn radiographic equipment operation, patient positioning and procedures, radiation safety and methods of patient care.
Graduates may also choose to gain additional education in other areas of medical imaging to become multi-skilled practitioners. The Salem Campus also offers a Bachelor of Radiologic and Imaging Sciences Technology (BRIT) degree that offers concentrations in Computed Tomography (CT), Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Radiation Therapy (RTH).
This Program Is Right For You If
- You are passionate about taking care of people.
- You are looking for a rewarding career that is technology-based, challenging, and offers advancement opportunities.
- You are detail-oriented and enjoy learning, especially in science-related content.
This Program Will Teach You To
- Utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills effectively in the practice of radiologic technology.
- Communicate effectively in oral and written form with patients families and members of the health care team.
- Perform radiographic procedures successfully and consistent with entry-level requirements of a registered radiologic technologist.
- Determine the value of professional growth and development and to conduct themselves in a professional manner.
- View the Radiologic Technology Information Packet (PDF)
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- Student Handbooks
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- Mission, Goals and Student Learning Outcomes
- Program Effectiveness Measures
How to Apply to Radiologic Technology
The associate degree radiology program has a Three-step application process:
- Apply online to 黑料网. Select the Salem campus and choose the Radiologic Technology major.
- . Applications for Summer 2025 are available November 1, 2024-February 1, 2025. For more information please view the program information packet or contact Sherry DeWitt, sdewitt@kent.edu, 330-337-4227
- Complete Basic Skills Assessment Testing (Accuplacer & ALEKS Testing). Prior to program acceptance, applicants must demonstrate competence for college level coursework in reading, writing and math.
Note: Admission into the radiologic technology program is highly competitive and is not guaranteed.
Accreditation of the Kent State Salem Radiologic Technology Program
The radiography program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
312-704-5300
Email: mail@jrcert.org
The program鈥檚 current award is 8 years. General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter can be found .
The radiography program is also registered and inspected by the .