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Hazard Community & Technical College

Office of Admissions

One Community College Drive

Hazard, KY 41701

(606) 436 - 5721or (800) 246 - 7521, ext. 73389

www.hazard.kctcs.edu

Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College

Office of Admissions

700 College Road

Cumberland, KY 40823

(606) 589 - 2145 or (888) 274 - 7322, ext. 13310

www.southeast.kctcs.edu

KCTCS does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin,sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. The following person hasbeen designated to handle inquiries regarding non - discrimination policies:Director of Employment, Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity KentuckyCommunity and Technical College System, 300 North Main Street, Versailles,KY 40383, (859) 256 - 3264.

Students may be required to have a criminal background check and/or drugscreening done in order to enter the health care facilities for radiographyclinicals. Students are responsible for the cost. Based on the results, the facilityhas the right to deny students admission to their facility.

The Radiography Program curriculum and Admission rules are currentlyundergoing revision. The curriculum will be revised in order to meet the newASRT curriculum standards. When the curriculum is revised and approved,applicants will be instructed in these changes during normal semester advisement. You may also attend any of the scheduled Pre - AdmissionConferences for more details about the proposed changes. It is the studentsresponsibility to remain updated on all program changes by contacting programofficials.

Revised: 8/2011

HCTC/SKCTC, part of KCTCS, are equal opportunity employer and educational institutions.

Contact Information

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Radiography Program

Associate in Applied Science

Regional Program



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The mission of the Radiography Program is to prepare the graduates tobecome radiographers who are highly competent and qualified to administer ionizing radiation for medical and diagnostic imaging purposes.

The program sets the standards for radiography education in SoutheasternKentucky with emphasis upon radiation protection, quality patient care andprofessional development.

Graduates of the program are eligible to write the examination for registrationas a radiographer by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

1. To provide a quality education in radiography that promotes clinicalperformance and competency

2. To prepare and develop the students communication skills, critical thinkingand problem solving abilities

3. To promote professional growth and life long learning

4. To ensure overall program effectiveness

Hazard Community & Technical College/


Regional Radiography Program

Associate in Applied Science Degree

The Radiography Program is a regional program sponsored by HazardCommunity & Technical College (HCTC) and Southeast Kentucky Community &Technical College (SKCTC) through a consortium agreement between the twoinstitutions. The Regional Radiography Program is a two - year program leading

to the Associate in Applied Science Degree in Radiography. This programprepares the individual to become a radiographer who is capable of safelyadministering ionizing radiation for medical diagnostic imaging purposes. Thecurriculum is comprised of specialized courses in radiography along withconcentrated study in the basic sciences, mathematics, and general education.Upon completion of the Radiography Program, graduates are eligible to writethe examination for registration as a radiographer by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologies.

Interactive television (ITV) classrooms will be used to deliver classroominstruction on select campuses of HCTC and SKCTC. This arrangement willenable students to take course work at the campus closest to their homes. Thelaboratory portions of the Regional Radiography Program will be offered on theWhitesburg Campus of SKCTC and the Allied Health Center of HCTC. Clinicallearning experiences are held at modern health care delivery facilities locatedthroughout Eastern Kentucky and Southwest Virginia.

Mission Statement

Program Goals

General Information

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3. Sufficient gross and fine motor coordination to respond promptly and toimplement the skills, including the manipulation of equipment, positioningand lifting patients required in meeting health needs related to radiologictechnology;

4. Sufficient communication skills (speech, reading, writing) to interact withindividuals and to communicate their needs promptly and effectively, asmay be necessary in the patient’s/client’s interest; and

5. Sufficient intellectual and emotional functions to plan and implement carefor individuals.

ADMISSIONS CHECKLIST

When applying to the Regional Radiography Program at HCTC/SKCTC, severalrequirements are necessary in order to be considered as an applicant. Allapplicants must:

1. Complete and return an admission application to HCTC or SKCTC.

2. Send high school transcripts or GED scores.

3. Send all post - secondary education and/or vocational school transcripts.

4. Attend a pre - admission conference, complete a pre - admissionconference form and return it to the radiography faculty at that time.

5. Submit scoring results of the ACT and/or COMPASS to HCTC or SKCTC.

6. Complete Regional Radiography Program observation requirementsand submit appropriate forms to the HCTC or SKCTC Office of Admissions. NOTE: These observations hours must be completed in ahospital setting only, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.(Monday through Friday)

7. Contact the HCTC or SKCTC Office of Admissions prior to March 1 tocheck if your file is complete.

NOTE: The above information is to be forwarded to the HCTC or SKCTC Officeof Admissions.

The application deadline for the HCTC/SKCTC Regional Radiography

Program is March 1 . The student is responsible for assuring their file iscomplete prior to the admissions deadline. If your file is not complete by thedesignated deadline of March 1 you are unable to be considered as anapplicant for the Regional Radiography Program.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Homer Terry, Program Coordinator at (606) 436 - 5721, extension 73389; Astor Halcomb, Clinical Coordinator, SKCTC Whitesburg Campus at (606) 633 - 0279,extension 13310; or the Program Assistant at (606) 436 - 5721, extension 73394or toll - free (800) 246 - 7521.



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Further Considerations

1. If more than one year has elapsed since the end of enrollment in theRadiography Program, an applicant must repeat all Radiography coursesunless the student has demonstrated current competency by passingexams equivalent to comprehensive course final examinations (bothwritten and clinical skills) if available at the college to which the student isapplying for admission;

2. Students may be readmitted to the Radiography Program one time. TheRadiography Admission Committee may recommend readmission asecond time, if a student submits sufficient evidence of remedial study,additional preparations, or resolution of factors contributing tounsuccessful course completion;

3. Application is not a guarantee of readmission to the program; and

4. If an individual fails the American Registry of Radiologic TechnologistsARRT Certification Exam four (4) times, he or she must repeat theRadiography courses of the curriculum.

TRANSFERRING

1. Applicants who wish to transfer from one Radiography Program toanother must:

a. meet all admission requirements of the receiving institution;

b. apply at least three months prior to the expected date of enrollment;

c. notify the Coordinator of the Radiography Program in writing, statinganticipated entry date and reason for transfer;

d. provide a letter of recommendation to the receiving institution from theprogram coordinator of the previous institution; and

e. submit an official transcript for evaluation by the AdmissionsCommittee.

2. If more than one year has elapsed since enrollment in a RadiographyProgram, the entire sequence of Radiography courses must be repeated.

3. Acceptance of any transfer student will be dependent upon availableresources.

4. The Radiography Admission Committee of the receiving institution willreview all documentation and may recommend admission as a transfer student.

TECHNICAL STANDARDS

Radiography involves the provision of direct care for individuals and ischaracterized by the application of verified knowledge in the skillful performanceof radiological technical functions. Therefore, all applicants should posses:

1. Sufficient visual acuity is needed in the accurate preparation andadministration of contrast media and for the observation necessary for patient assessment and nursing care;

2. Sufficient auditory perception to receive verbal communication frompatients and members of the healthcare team and to assess health needsof people through the use of monitoring devices such as cardiac monitors,stethoscopes, intravenous infusion pumps, fire alarms, etc.;

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EXPENSES AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

In addition to tuition, students are responsible for transportation to thevarious clinical sites, purchase of professional liability insurance, books anduniforms. Any student seeking financial aid should contact the Financial AidOffice.

COURSE CURRICULUM

Hazard Community & Technical College/


Associate in Applied Science Degree

Regional Radiography Program Curriculum

*PRE - REQUISITE FOR ENTRY INTO PROGRAM

(Must be completed prior to taking RADl (IMG) 100)

*BSL 110/111 Human Anatomy & Physiology I & II OR .................................. 8

*BIO 137/139 Human Anatomy & Physiology I & II ........................................ 8

General Education Requirements

(General education courses can be completed while active in the Regional

Radiography Program)

MA 109 College Algebra OR ........................................................................... 3

MT 150/MAT 150 College Algebra ............................................................. (3)

ENG 101 Writing I ............................................................................................. 3

PHY 171 Applied Physics OR ........................................................................... 4

PHY 172 Physics for Health Sciences OR ..................................................... (2)

PHY 152 Introduction to Physics .................................................................... (3)

COM 181 Oral Communications OR ................................................................. 3

COM 252 Introduction to Interpersonal Communications .............................. (3)

CLA 131 Medical Terminology from Greek and Latin OR ................................ 3

AHS 115 Medical Terminology ....................................................................... (3)

Heritage/Humanities/Foreign Language Course ............................................... 3

Social Interaction ............................................................................................... 3

CIS 100 Computer Literacy OR ........................................................................ 3

(Computer Based Exam) ............................................................................. (0 - 3)

Subtotal 28 - 33

Additional General Education: (Highly Recommended)

PSY 223 Developmental Psychology

ENG 102 Writing II



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Radiography Program Requirements

First Year

FIRST SEMESTER

RADI (IMG) 100 Radiography I ........................................................................ 7

RADI (IMG) 101 Radiography I Clinical ............................................................ 4

SECOND SEMESTER

RADI (IMG) 110 Radiography II ....................................................................... 7

RADI (IMG) 111 Radiography II Clinical ........................................................... 4

Second Year

SUMMER SESSION

RADI (IMG) 201 Radiography III Clinical .......................................................... 3

FIRST SEMESTER

RADI (IMG) 210 Radiography IV ...................................................................... 4

RADI (IMG) 211 Radiography IV Clinical ......................................................... 6

SECOND SEMESTER

RADI (IMG) 220 Radiography V ....................................................................... 4

RADI (IMG) 221 Radiography V Clinical .......................................................... 6

Subtotal 45

Total Credit Hours 73 - 78

*A CPR certificate must be obtained prior to the beginning of RADl (IMG) 100and certification must be kept current throughout the program.

*Evidence of receiving the Hepatitis B vaccine series or a vaccine declinationform must be submitted to the Program Faculty prior to beginning RADI (IMG)100.

The curriculum requires course attendance in the summer, fall and springsemesters.

APPLICATION PROCESS

In order to be considered for admission to the Radiography Program, thefollowing credentials must be on file in the Admissions Office prior to March 1 .

1. Application for Admission to HCTC or SKCTC. This must be updated onan annual basis per HCTC/SKCTC policy.

2. High School transcript or GED scores.

3. Transcripts of all post - secondary education or training.

4. Results of the ACT exam and/or COMPASS exam.

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5. Radiography observation form; documenting completed observationhours in a hospital setting only , between t

he hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30p.m., Monday through Friday. Applicants must attend a pre - admissionconference prior to observation.

6. Pre - admission conference with the Coordinator or designee is requiredprior to the applicants consideration by the Radiography AdmissionsCommittee. This must be completed on an annual basis per HCTC/

SKCTC policy. Information concerning conferences may be obtained bycontacting the Radiography Program Office, counselor’s offices or the

Admissions Offices at HCTC or SKCTC.

All students are responsible for verifying the availability and accuracy of submitted data for their files.

CRITERIA FOR ADMISSION

Admission to the Radiography Program is open to all qualified studentsregardless of economic or social status, and without discrimination on the basisof race, color, religion, sex, marital status, age, national origin, or handicap.Admission is granted to applicants with the highest index points. Index pointsare achieved in the following manner:

1. Preference will be given to applicants with an ACT composite score of 19

or higher; or COMPASS scores in Algebra (55), Reading (84), and Writing(70) or higher.

2. Preference will be given to applicants who have a cumulative GPA of 2.5or better (4 point scale) in 10 hours of college credits applicable to theradiography program. Maximum index points are awarded to applicantswith a GPA of 3.75 or above, and more than 72 hours of college credit.

3. Preference will be given to applicants who have completed the biologicaland physical sciences and mathematics courses listed in the radiographycurriculum with a grade of “C” or better. Maximum points are awardedwith a grade of “A” or “B” in BSL 110, BSL 111, BIO 137, BIO 139, PHY152, PHY 171, PHY 172, MA 109, MT 150 or MAT 150.

4. A minimum of 4 hours of documented observation in a radiography

department in a hospital is required. Maximum points are awarded toapplicants with more than 10 hours of documented observation betweenthe hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. (Monday through Friday).

See insert for complete index point analysis.

CRITERIA FOR RE - ADMISSION

1. Readmission to the Radiography Program will be dependent uponavailable resources;

2. In order to be considered for readmission by the Radiography AdmissionsCommittee, the applicant must submit a written request to theRadiography Program Coordinator and meet current admissionguidelines; and

3. Students who wish to apply for readmission to the program must do sothree (3) months prior to the expected date of enrollment.

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