2008-2009 Florida Community College at Jacksonville Catalog
Radiography (Florida Community College Option) (A.S. or A.A.S.) (2154)
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Associate in Science or Associate in Applied Science
Mission Statement
Creating competent, ethical, confident, entry–level health care practitioners committed to professional development through life–long learning in a positive, non–discriminatory and supportive learning environment.
The Career
Radiographers, under the supervision of a radiologist, play an important role in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and trauma. Radiographers perform x–ray examinations of systems of the body, including the skeletal, respiratory, circulatory, nervous and digestive systems. Graduates of the Florida Community College Radiography program are eligible to take the nationally recognized American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) examination immediately after graduation. This credential offers the radiographer excellent employment opportunities as well as a competitive salary.
The Program
This program is designed for individuals who wish to become certified in radiography. Graduates of the program are eligible to sit for the ARRT examination and work as entry–level radiographers. You are strongly advised to complete as many of the general education courses as possible before applying to the program. A minimum grade of “C” must be maintained in all radiography courses in order to continue in the program. A brochure outlining costs, requirements, deadlines and procedures is from the radiography/allied health department on North Campus.
A brochure outlining costs, requirements, deadlines and procedures is available from the radiography/allied health department on North Campus.
Certification and Licensing
Graduates of the Radiography program are eligible to take the nationally recognized American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) examination immediately after graduation. This credential offers the radiographer excellent employment opportunities as well as a competitive salary.
Application Procedure
To meet the minimum requirements for consideration for acceptance to the Radiography program, students must:
- Complete an application to the Radiography program.
- Have completed the prerequisite courses with a “C” or better.
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Curriculum
Total Credit Hours: 77 |