Radiologic Technology is an Associate Degree program offered by Johnson College in Scranton, PA. The program takes 2 academic years plus a summer term to complete, with a total tuition of $40,400.
Program Overview
Program Objective
The two-year Radiologic Technology Associate Degree program prepares students for entry-level positions in a hospital or outpatient clinical setting. Graduates will be prepared to take the national certification for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) examination to become a registered technologist.
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Program Mission Statement
The mission of the Radiologic Technology Program at Johnson College is to develop competent, professional radiographers whose expertise will meet the community they serve by providing patient-centered care in a professional, compassionate and responsible manner.
Program Vision Statement
The vision of the Radiologic Technology Program is consistent with the vision of Johnson College. The vision of the Radiologic Technology Program is to achieve excellence by the means of the outcome of assessments and continuous improvement. Johnson College will provide the students with the industrial skills and learning opportunities to foster critical thinking and problem solving.
What do Radiologic Technologists do?
The Radiologic Technologist must be well educated in:
- Anatomy
- Patient positioning
- Exam techniques
- Equipment protocols
- Radiation safety
- Radiation protection
- Basic patient care
The technologist will be responsible for patient assessment and preparation for radiologic procedures and image production. You are an important part of the diagnostic team responsible for producing a quality diagnostic image. The physicians that are specialized in the field of radiology (Radiologists) interpret these images to obtain an accurate diagnosis to rule out disease, injury, and develop a course of treatment..
Clinical Practicums
Clinical practicum rotations at approved sites must be completed. Students must satisfy the clinical requirements of both Johnson College and the clinical provider as a condition of graduation. Clinical sites require criminal background checks, fingerprinting, child abuse clearance, health clearance, immunization records and drug testing. Clinical sites may bar students from clinical rotations if a criminal record exists or a drug test has a positive result. Students will be responsible for their own cost of transportation for clinic. Students must provide their own transportation to clinic, which maybe up to 90 miles from the campus.
Students will need to provide records of current inoculations and proof of good health from their physician. The student will be given a Health Clearance Form at the start of their first fall semester. Students must provide a copy of their current health insurance cards. Health insurance coverage is mandatory for each student in order to participate in their clinical education and must be updated annually.
Programmatic Accreditation The Radiologic Technology Program at Johnson College is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). Johnson College currently has a 5 year accreditation with JRCERT.
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Program Effectiveness Data
The following is the most current program effectiveness data. Our programmatic accreditation agency, the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), defines and publishes this information. Click here to go directly to the JRCERT webpage.
Credentialing Examination
The number of students who pass, on the first attempt, the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification examination or an unrestricted state licensing examination, compared with the number of graduates who take the examination within six months of graduation. The five-year average benchmark established by the JRCERT is 75%.
Job Placement Rate The number of graduates employed in the radiologic sciences compared to the number of graduates actively seeking employment in the radiologic sciences within twelve months of graduating. The five-year average benchmark established by the JRCERT is 75%.
Program Completion Rate The number of students who complete the program within the stated program length. The annual benchmark established by the program is 50%.
Important Note for Prospective Students:
If you are considering a degree program that leads to a professional license or certification in a state other than Pennsylvania, it is highly recommended that you first seek guidance from the appropriate licensing agency in your home state BEFORE enrolling in an academic program or course at Johnson College.
Johnson College will not be held liable if you have not contacted your appropriate state agency prior to enrollment.
School Information
Campus
Career Opportunities
Graduates can work as technologists in hospitals, medical service centers, and outpatient imaging centers, or with additional training and education, career advancement into other imaging modalities is possible.
The Radiologic Technology program at Johnson College offers several career and employment post-graduation paths. Upon successfully passing the ARRT national certification examination, students may continue their education in a nine-month certificate program in MRI or CT scanning.
Students may also further their education to complete an online Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Health Studies (BAH) through an articulation agreement with Pennsylvania College of Technology.
Our Radiologic Technology program graduates enter the region’s workforce at locations such as Lackawanna Mobile X-Ray, Inc. in Dunmore, PA, Wayne Memorial Hospital in Honesdale, PA, and Geisinger .
Employment Opportunities
Radiologic Technologist
Admissions Requirements
Special Admissions Requirements
Admittance to the Radiologic Technology Program at Johnson College is based on a selective admission process that has been developed to ensure that students who are admitted to the Johnson College Radiologic Technology Program are prepared to succeed in the program and enter the workforce as competent entry-level radiographers. Students are admitted based on their merit without being discriminated against on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, non-job-related disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Current enrollment is limited to 25 new students per year based on the number of applicants who meet the admission criteria and qualifications.
The procedure for applicants who desire to seek acceptance into the Radiologic Technology program is as follows:
It is recommended students meet the following requirements:
- SAT scores (500 on either section) or ACT scores (Composite score of 18) or Next Generation Accuplacer score (250 in Arithmetic and Writing)
- GPA 3.00 or higher*
- 2 years of English with a “B-” or higher*
- 1 year of Algebra I with a “B-” or higher*
- 1 year of Algebra II with a “B-” or higher*
- 1 year of Biology with a “B-” or higher*
- Recommended: 1 year of an additional life science or Physics with a “B-” of higher*
- Radiologic Technology Questionnaire
(*denotes prerequisites that can be completed in high school or college; college level courses will be weighted more in the scoring process. It is recommended, if you have earned a GED, to have prior college experience to improve your application file.)
Students are also required to complete the following:
- Radiologic Technology Questionnaire
- In person or virtual campus visit
Once the applicant has completed all the above requirements, the Recruitment Advisor will send the file to the program director for review. The priority deadline for the Fall is January 1, and the priority deadline for the Spring is December 1. Applications will not be reviewed before priority deadlines. Status notification will be mailed mid-month after the deadline.
Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.Apply Now
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
Curriculum
Program total: 71 credits.
Tuition
Johnson College publishes tuition as an annual rate rather than a per-program price: $19,700 per academic year full time (12–20 credits per term, 24–40 per year), $625 per credit part time, and $250 per credit for summer and intersession. Books for the fall and spring semesters are covered by tuition.
The figure shown for this program is computed from that rate over its 2 academic years plus 4 summer credits at $250 per credit — it is not a price the college publishes per program.
Accreditation
Johnson College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE); its status is Accreditation Granted.
The Radiologic Technology Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).