Radiologic Technology

The Associate in Applied Science in Radiologic Technology program prepares students for entry-level positions as radiologic technologists producing radiographic images in accordance with standardized practices and procedures. The program integrates didactic, laboratory and clinical experiential learning. The program’s graduates are eligible to take the national certification examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and are eligible to be licensed by the State of South Carolina to practice Radiologic Technology. An Associate in Applied Science degree will be awarded upon successful completion. Outside work required.

This program is designed to provide instruction to prepare students in the routine, general and fluoroscopic procedures, special procedures, and use of specialized equipment and techniques. Graduates will be able to:

• Communicate within a healthcare setting. Student learning outcomes: Students will communicate with patients; Students will demonstrate entry-level communication readiness; Students will communicate with members of the healthcare team
• Apply critical thinking skills. Student learning outcomes: Students will perform non-routine procedures; Students will competently perform image evaluation and analysis; Students will demonstrate radiation safety considerations
• Demonstrate professional and ethical behavior. Student learning outcomes: Students will abide by professional policies; Students will exhibit ethical behavior
• Demonstrate clinical competency. Student learning outcomes: Students will demonstrate readiness for clinical practice; Students will achieve appropriate clinical competency level

The Radiologic Technology program includes clinical rotation experiences for the students. The student may be assigned day, evening, or weekend shifts. These clinical rotation experiences provide students with an opportunity to apply theory learned in the classroom to a health care setting through practical hands-on experience. Students will have the opportunity to integrate clinical competence, radiation safety, professional and ethical behavior and communication skills in keeping with the radiologic technologist’s scope of practice.

Upon completion of the program, students will have obtained the necessary knowledge and skills to demonstrate the proper techniques required for employment in the field of radiologic technology.

All applicants will be required to do a pre-enrollment interview with an Admissions Coordinator to determine the necessary requirements for entrance into the program. To be considered for enrollment, applicants must supply verification of standard high school graduation, GED completion, or proof of graduation from a foreign institution comparable to a United States secondary school; home-schooled applicants are considered upon receipt of the proper state credential.

Prerequisites.

• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Pass the entrance exam
• Background check and drug screening, as applicable
• Successful completion of Natural Sciences, Mathematics, English and two additional pre-requisite general education courses with a minimum grade of “C” or higher
• Cumulative grade average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for all completed general education courses prior to entering the core portion of the program (RAD101)
• A maximum of 12.0 General Education transfer credits may be accepted dependent on program enrollment availability

Distance education. Students enrolling in distance education programs or courses must complete an Online Assessment Survey before beginning; the minimum score required is 30.

Program length. This program can be completed in 24 months for full-time students.

The Radiologic Technology program includes clinical rotation experiences; the student may be assigned day, evening, or weekend shifts.

Campus hours. Classes are in session year-round, except for the holidays and vacations listed in the Academic Calendar. The Columbia and North Charleston campuses are open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 am to 11:00 pm, Fridays from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and Saturdays from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.

Start dates. The catalog publishes term dates (each term begins on a Monday; for example, the Winter 2027 semester begins January 11, 2027) but no program-specific start dates; contact the campus for the next start.

Tuition and fees (South Carolina). At Southeastern College, tuition and fees are charged to the student by the semester/pay period. Each semester is 16-weeks in duration for credit hour programs. Each pay period is 450 hours (900 clock hour program), 370 hours (740 clock hour program) and 500 hours (1500 clock hour program) in duration for clock hour programs. Southeastern College students are not charged by the course or by credit hours.

The catalog lists 6 semesters for this program. The following fees are charged each semester/pay period in addition to tuition, and the one-time fees are charged at enrollment:

• Tuition per 16-week semester (full-time): $12,756.00
• Technology fee (per semester/pay period): $400.00
• Student services fee (per semester/pay period): $300.00
• Program fee (per semester/pay period): $300.00
• Lab fee (per semester/pay period): $300.00
• Application fee (one-time): $50.00
• Registration fee (one-time): $50.00
• Transcript fee: $5.00
• Diploma shipping and handling fee: $100.00

Tuition for students less than full time is charged based on a pro-rata calculation at the beginning of the semester/pay period. Programs that require a student kit will be assessed a fee accordingly. Textbook prices are available on the student portal by course. If applicable, students taking online courses who have the textbooks shipped will have shipping charges assessed for them.

Financial aid. Southeastern College is approved by the U.S. Department of Education for Title IV Federal Aid Programs. Prospective students who seek financial assistance must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and make an appointment with a Financial Aid Officer. The college's aid programs include the Federal Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG), Federal Direct Stafford Student Loans, Federal Direct PLUS Loans, Federal Work Study and Southeastern College and private scholarships. Federal School Code (FAFSA) for this campus: 035554.

Military and veterans. Southeastern College is approved by the Florida and North Carolina state approving agencies for veterans training, and its VA Pending Payment Policy protects students using Post-9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33) or VR&E (Chapter 31) benefits. Tuition Assistance funds are available to eligible Service members; Active Duty students must meet with their branch of service before enrolling.

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Career focus. Communicate within a healthcare setting. Student learning outcomes: Students will communicate with patients; Students will demonstrate entry-level communication readiness; Students will communicate with members of the healthcare team

Credentialing.

The program’s graduates are eligible to take the national certification examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and are eligible to be licensed by the State of South Carolina to practice Radiologic Technology.

Graduation and employment rates (ACCSC 2025 annual report, as of 10/10/2025). Full-time cohort starting April 2021 – March 2022: 35% graduation rate (of 48) and 88% employment rate (of 17).

Programmatic outcomes. JRCERT Program Effectiveness Data (N. Charleston): 5-year average credentialing examination pass rate 77.3% (51 of 66); 5-year average job placement 100.0% (43 of 43); 2024 annual completion rate 77.8% (14 of 18).

Professional licensure disclosure: AS-AAS-Radiologic-Technology-Disclosure-Form-2026.pdf