Program Handbook
The Radiologic Technology program strives to educate and prepare students for entry-level Radiologic Technology positions. The program sets realistic and achievable goals/objectives for each student based on professional guidelines and accreditation standards. The goal is to prepare a competent and compassionate imaging professional who can function in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Education is a continual process through which learners develop knowledge and transferable skills that result in personal and professional growth. The faculty facilitates the learning process through the sequential presentation of concepts, theories, and experiential activities within an environment that promotes mutual trust, critical thinking, and self-development.
Mission Statement
To educate and prepare students for entry-level Radiologic Technology positions as compassionate, competent healthcare professionals.
Program Information
Radiologic Technology students are admitted to the program in the spring/summer with courses beginning in the fall semester (once a year). The number of students selected for admission each year is determined by the availability of space in the clinical facilities affiliated with the program.
The Radiologic Technology program follows the recommendations of the National Council on Radiation Protection, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, and the laws of the State of Ohio. A copy of the Pregnancy Policy and other pertinent policies are available in the Program Handbook.
General College Admission Requirements
The following are Mercy College of Ohio admissions requirements. Admission to the College does not guarantee admission to a program. Admission requirements are subject to change. Students should contact the Office of Admissions or consult mercycollege.edu for the most up-to-date information.
One of the following are required for admission to Mercy College of Ohio:
- An earned diploma from an accredited high school or a home-schooled program in a college preparatory course of study with a cumulative high school grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or higher, OR
- A general equivalence diploma (GED) recipient with a score of 500 (score of 53 prior to 2002).
- Additional documentation may be required for College Credit Plus or Non-degree Seeking Students.
Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology Admission Requirements
In addition to meeting college admission requirements above, the following Radiologic Technology Program admission requirements must be met:
- Applicants must be high school graduates with a GPA of at least 2.7 or GED recipients with a score of 570 (score of 57 prior to 2002).
- Applicants must have completed and passed these high school courses or their college equivalents with a grade of “C” or better within the past seven years:
- Algebra – one year
- Biology – one year
- Chemistry with a lab – one year
To earn the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Radiologic Technology students must complete all college requirements for an Associate of Applied Science Degree including:
General Education Requirements
Complete All of the Following Courses:
Oral and Written Communication (GCOM) - 3 minimum
Math, Statistics, and Logic (GMSL) - 3 minimum
| MTH 104 | Mathematical Formulas, Models, and Probability | 3 |
| or | |
| MTH 140 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
Arts, Humanities, Culture, and Diversity (including Religious Studies) (GAHD/GAHR) - 3 minimum
Natural Sciences, Technology, and Innovation (GNST) - 6 minimum
BIO 220 and BIO 221: Two semester hours of coursework from BIO 220 and BIO 221 are being used to meet this requirement.
Additional hours from one or more of the above categories; Oral and Written Communication (GCOM), Social and Behavioral Sciences (GSBS); Arts, Humanities, Culture, and Diversity, and/or Applied General Education (GAPL) courses - 15 minimum
| ENG 102 | English Composition II | 3 |
| HIT 105 | Medical Terminology | 3 |
| RAD 128 | Radiologic Science I | 2 |
| RAD 215 | Radiation Biology and Protection | 2 |
| General Education Social and Behavioral Sciences Course (GSBS) | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 30 |
Required Radiologic Technology Program Course Requirements
Complete the Following Program/Major Course:
| RAD 105 | Radiography Fundamentals and Patient Care | 3 |
| RAD 110 | Radiography Pre-Practicum | 1 |
| RAD 111 | Radiography Practicum I | 1 |
| RAD 116 | Introduction to Radiographic Procedures | 2 |
| RAD 117 | Radiographic Procedures I | 2 |
| RAD 121 | Radiography Practicum II | 2 |
| RAD 125 | Radiographic Procedures II | 3 |
| RAD 128 | Radiologic Science I | 2 |
| RAD 131 | Radiography Practicum III | 3 |
| RAD 148 | Radiologic Science II | 2 |
| RAD 215 | Radiation Biology and Protection | 2 |
| RAD 225 | Radiographic Procedures III | 3 |
| RAD 228 | Radiologic Science III | 2 |
| RAD 235 | Radiographic Procedures IV | 2 |
| RAD 241 | Radiography Practicum IV | 3 |
| RAD 251 | Radiography Practicum V | 3 |
| RAD 280 | Radiography Capstone | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 35 |
Credit Hour Requirements
| Total Required Associate of Applied Science General Education Credit Hours |
30 |
| Total Required Radiologic Technology Program/Major Credit Hours |
35 |
| Free Elective Credit Hours |
0 |
| Total Credit Hours for Graduation |
65 |
Students may be required to take additional free elective credits to reach the 60 credit hours required for graduation. Free elective credit may be satisfied through prior coursework and transfer credit. See academic advisor for more details.