Radiography (RADT-AS)

AREA OF CONCENTRATION: The purpose of this program is to prepare students to become registered Radiographers, following successful completion of the prescribed courses of study and clinical practice. Graduates who pass the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist’s examination will be eligible to work as Radiographers in various health care facilities such as hospitals, doctors’ offices and sports medicine clinics.

The duration of the program is approximately 24 months. Courses must be completed in the prescribed sequence. In addition to general education requirements, students will learn to safely perform diagnostic radiographic examinations.

The Radiography program is a limited access program. A selective admissions policy with specific selection criteria is utilized in order to select the most qualified applicants. The strength of the applicant pool varies year‐to‐year, with the best qualified applicants receiving first consideration. It is the applicant’s responsibility to inquire about these specific admission and selection criteria and to ensure that all required documents are received on campus prior to the deadline of May 15th.

To apply for this program of study, students should obtain a program packet from the Division of Health Sciences which contains a current listing of admission and course requirements.

Admission Requirements:

Application to Radiography Program which includes:

1. New students should apply for General Admission to Gulf Coast State College <click here>
2. New students must pay $20 college application fee online, at the Bookstore, or at the Business Office
3. Submit Radiography program application form including Duties and Responsibilities form <click here>
4. Submit official high school transcript or copy of GED with scores to the Admissions Office
5. Submit official transcripts from all colleges attended; have evaluation completed by the Admissions Office
6. Schedule a visit to the Radiography Dept. for an advising session with a faculty member

The program begins in the Fall semester each year. The deadline for submission of the completed application package is May 15th. The program employs a selective admission process whereby applicants are chosen based on a composite admissions score. Applicants who meet all minimum requirements for admission are evaluated for their preparedness to enter the program. The four areas below are considered.

1. Number of General Education courses successfully completed
2. Grade Point Average (GPA) in General Education courses
3. Computerized Placement Test scores (CPT)
4. Letters of Recommendation
   

Program policies regarding retention, dismissal, and readmission of students are found in the Radiography Handbook.

Requirements after Conditional Acceptance are:

1. Satisfactory criminal background check through Gulf Coast State College at the student's expense
2. Submit copy of current valid CPR card and maintain certification throughout the program.  Acceptable cards are the American Heart Association Healthcare Provider or the American Red Cross Professional Rescuer.
3. Submit original, current Physical Examination with satisfactory results signed by physician
4. Submit original, current Immunization records including Hep-B series or signed waiver, and TB skin test or TB blood test