Program Description

The Radiologic Technology program provides the general education core, program specific courses, and the clinical practicum to prepare students for a career as a Radiologic Technologist (Radiographer). Radiographers work in a variety of Medical Imaging settings, including hospitals, clinics, and physician’s offices. Medical Imaging represents the second-largest Health Science profession in the nation.

Application Procedure

A student desiring to pursue the Applied Associate of Science degree program in Radiologic Technology must:
1. Submit the Northeast State Application for Admission to the Office of Admissions and Records.
2. Indicate Radiologic Technology as the desired program on the Northeast State application form.*
3. See a faculty advisor representing the Health Professions area prior to registering for classes and obtain faculty approval to register.

*As this program is a selective-admissions program, students will be initially enrolled in the Associate of Science in Pre-Allied Health degree program.  Once a student makes application and is accepted into a selective-admissions program, they will be enrolled into that specific program.

Typical Job Opportunities

Certified Radiologic Technologists may be employed in hospitals, medical and diagnostic laboratories, outpatient care center, and physician offices. Radiologic Technologists are trained in the use of different types of medical diagnostic equipment. They may choose to specialize, such as in x-ray, mammography, or computed tomography (CT) imaging.

Admission Requirements

The Radiologic Technology program has specific admission criteria, and admission to Northeast State does not guarantee admission to this program. A student desiring admission into the Radiologic Technology program must complete all required general education courses listed in the typical program of study with a grade of “C” or higher. A student must have attained an overall 2.0 grade point average. Biological science courses previously taken must have been completed within the last 10 years. A student desiring admission to the Radiologic Technology program should contact the Health Professions Division office at 423.323.0238.

Program Outcomes

• Upon completion of the program, all students will demonstrate the ability to comprehend, apply, analyze, and evaluate information relevant to their roles as entry level Radiologic Technologists.
• Upon completion of the program, all students will demonstrate technical proficiency in all skills necessary to fulfill the role of entry level Radiologic Technologists.
• Upon completion of the program, all students will demonstrate personal behavior consistent with professional and employer expectations for the entry level Radiologic Technologists.
• Upon completion of the program, all students will demonstrate critical thinking skills for inquiry and analysis, assimilation of facts and knowledge, and problem solving.

Contact Information

David Bryant, M.S.A.H., Associate Professor

Dean, Health Professions
Program Director, Paramedic Education
Telephone: 423.323.0238
E-mail: DLBryant@NortheastState.edu