The radiography program offers the student the knowledge and skills for utilizing radiation in the diagnosis of disease under the direction of a physician. Most radiographers work in hospitals, medical clinics, and private medical offices; while some are employed in industrial, sales, governmental, and educational institutions.
The 24-month program combines academic study with supervised clinical experience. Graduates of the program will receive the Associate of Applied Science degree and be eligible to take the national certifying examination of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Upon passing the examination, a student is certified as a registered radiologic technologist. The program begins a new class each fall.
The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606-3182, through its approval of the program in radiography at LCCC, has established a maximum number of students selected each year for the program based on limited hospital facilities.
A student interested in applying for the radiography program may contact the Radiography Program Director, Clinical Coordinator, or the Admissions Office for specific procedures, including placement tests, which must be completed in the early spring for admission to the program in the fall semester. Selection of new students will be completed by early April and is based on a student’s grade point average, prerequisites completed, the date of receipt of application, and other criteria as noted on program application materials.
Program Advantages
Full Programmatic Accreditation
The radiography program is fully accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850 Chicago, IL, 60606-3182, 312.704.5300. This guarantees that students enrolled in the program have instruction based on an up-to-date curriculum, the opportunity to train on state-of-the-art radiographic equipment, appropriate supervision levels, and that graduates have the ability to obtain a license in all U.S. states mandating this requirement.
National Certification Eligibility
Graduates of the program are eligible to take the national certifying examination of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). The program's pass rate for this examination is very high; LCCC graduates have posted a 100 percent pass rate on the first attempt for more than a decade.
Immediate Employment
The majority of students are able to find employment in the field prior to or soon after graduation. In addition, radiography is one of the fastest growing occupations in the country. Experts predict plentiful job opportunities for qualified radiographers through 2010, along with opportunities to advance in the field.
Program Mission
The primary mission of the radiography program at Laramie County Community College is to provide a high quality education in medical radiography in order to produce certified and competent practitioners in a field with a high potential for advancement and leadership.
Objectives/Outcomes
- Graduates of this program will pass the certifying examination of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, conferring upon them the title "Registered Technologist RT (R), ARRT."
- Graduates of this program will be technically proficient, being able to consistently produce radiographs of high diagnostic quality, on any given part of the human body. This includes proper positioning techniques and the proper setting of all exposure factors.
- Graduates of this program will demonstrate problem-solving skills, critical thinking and communication skills.
- Graduates of this program will consistently employ principles of radiation protection and safety and electrical safety, to avoid hazards to both patient and themselves.
- Graduates of this program will be successfully employed in an entry-level position, displaying the ability to adapt to new departments, equipment and clinical situations.
- Graduates of this program will consistently manifest a professional attitude and honor the ASRT Code of Ethics, thus positively influencing the public image of the profession.
Notes
Laramie County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, political affiliation, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities.
Applicants who have been convicted of a felony (or have pled guilty or nolo contendre to a felony) should request a copy of a letter concerning his/her eligibility status for licensure from the Wyoming State Board of Radiographic Examiners and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. The Wyoming State Board of Radiologic Examiners can deny licensure if the Board feels that such denial is in the public’s interest. The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists can also deny certification for the same reason.
Drug Screening and Criminal Background Checks
At their discretion, clinical sites may require a drug screening and/or a criminal background check prior to allowing students into the clinical setting. (If required, any associated fees will be the responsibility of the student.) Clinical sites may also require random drug testing and/or drug testing for reasonable cause. Testing positive on the drug screening or evidence of tampering with a specimen will disqualify a student from participation from clinical assignment.
In addition to drug screening, for the safety of patients and health care workers, child abuse clearance and criminal background checks are required by some agencies prior to a clinical assignment. Certain criminal activity, as evidenced by a criminal background check, may also disqualify a student from clinical participation.