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RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY
PROGRAM
PROGRAM ADMISSION
INFORMATION BOOKLET
2017 – 2019 Cohort
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Abbreviations .................................................................................................................................. 3
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 5
Contact Information ........................................................................................................................ 5
Radiologic Technology Program Faculty and Staff........................................................................ 5
Accreditation ................................................................................................................................... 7
Costs................................................................................................................................................ 7
Mission Statement........................................................................................................................... 7
Program Description ....................................................................................................................... 7
Goals & Learning Outcomes .......................................................................................................... 8
RDT Student Physical and Technical Job Requirements ............................................................... 9
Clinical and Academic Requirements ............................................................................................. 9
Admission Requirements .............................................................................................................. 10
General Requirements ....................................................................................................... 10
RDT Application Requirements: ...................................................................................... 10
ACT Admission .................................................................................................... 11
GPA Admission .................................................................................................... 11
Shadowing & Mandatory Prospective Student Meeting ............................................................... 12
RDT Selection Process ................................................................................................................. 12
Selection Priorities ........................................................................................................................ 13
Program Requirements.................................................................................................................. 13
Transfer Students .......................................................................................................................... 13
Healthcare Packet And Immunizations Records........................................................................... 13
ACT Track – First Year ................................................................................................................ 15
ACT Track – Second Year ............................................................................................................ 15
GPA Track – First Year ................................................................................................................ 17
GPA Track – Second Year ............................................................................................................ 17
Notes ............................................................................................................................................. 18
ABBREVIATIONS
ACT
ARRT
CT
GPA
JRCERT or JRC
RDT
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American College Testing Assessment (www.actstudent.org)
American Registry of Radiologic Technologist
Computed Tomography
Grade Point Average
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
Radiologic Technology
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for your interest in the Radiologic Technology Associate of Applied Science degree
program offered by Wor-Wic Community College. We have compiled this booklet to help you
understand the selection process and to guide you through the procedures you must follow to apply
to this limited admission program.
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE BOOKLET. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO MAKE
SURE YOU HAVE COMPLETED ALL STEPS OF THE ADMISSION PROCESS BY THE
STATED DEADLINES.
CONTACT INFORMATION
If you have any questions, please contact us at the following:
Admissions
Wor-Wic Community College
32000 Campus Drive
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 334-2895
Radiologic Technology Department
Wor-Wic Community College
32000 Campus Drive; AHB 307
Salisbury, MD 21804
(410) 572-8740
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM FACULTY AND STAFF
Karie Solembrino, MS, RT (R)(CT)(ARRT)
Department Head & Professor
Radiologic Technology Department
Wor-Wic Community College
(410) 572-8741
[email protected]
Cynthia Ross, BA, RT (R)(ARRT)
Clinical Coordinator & Assistant Professor
Radiologic Technology Department
Wor-Wic Community College
(410) 572-8743
[email protected]
Stacy Ennis
Administrative Associate I, Allied Health
Wor-Wic Community College
(410) 572-8740
[email protected]
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ACCREDITATION
Wor-Wic is a state-approved two-year college. It is accredited by the Middle States Commission
on Higher Education, 3624 Market St., Philadelphia, PA 19104, (267) 284-5000. The Middle
States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the
U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Our radiologic technology program is nationally accredited by the Joint Review Committee on
Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), 20 N Wacker Dr., Suite 2850, Chicago, IL,
60606-31802, (312) 704-5300. The JRCERT is the only agency recognized by the United States
Department of Education (USDE) and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA),
for the accreditation of traditional and distance delivery educational programs in radiography,
radiation therapy, magnetic resonance, and medical dosimetry.
COSTS
Prospective radiologic technology students should refer to the college catalog for current tuition
rates. In addition to tuition, other semester costs include registration fees, books, achievement tests,
laboratory fees, uniforms, and insurance. Prior to beginning clinical rotations, a background check,
drug screening, health inventory, and flu shot will be required. Additional information about these
requirements will be provided during the Summer II semester. For information about financial aid,
call our director of financial aid at (410) 334-2903.
MISSION STATEMENT
The radiologic technology program at Wor-Wic Community College provides students with a
comprehensive didactic, laboratory, and clinical education that prepares graduates with the
technical expertise for employment in the profession. Graduates from the radiologic technology
program will exhibit the professional and personal attributes contributing to the delivery of quality
care to patients in our community. The program supports the college’s vision by developing an
exceptional workforce through excellence in education.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Wor-Wic’s radiologic technology program is nationally accredited by the Joint Review Committee
on Education in Radiologic Technology. This associate of applied science degree program is
designed to prepare graduates for jobs as radiologic technologists. Radiologic technologists use
radiation to provide detailed images of the tissues, organs, bones and vessels of the human body,
producing quality diagnostic examinations while providing essential patient care services.
Radiologic technologists are employed in hospitals, clinics, private offices, industry, civil service,
public health facilities and educational institutions. They can pursue careers in computed
tomography, angiography, ultrasonography, nuclear medicine, radiation therapy, magnetic
resonance imaging, mammography, cardiac catheterization, management or education.
The radiologic technology program requires a minimum of two years of study. Students obtain
clinical experiences at Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Peninsula Imaging in Salisbury,
Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin, and McCready Health in Crisfield. Clinical experiences are
generally scheduled Monday through Friday; however, scheduled clinical hours may occur during
the day, evening, and weekends according to patient volume and as determined by each clinical
site. Rotations are posted at the beginning of each semester.
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In order to graduate with an associate of applied science degree, students must obtain a grade of
“C” or better in all radiologic technology, biology and mathematics courses. Students must also
meet all clinical objectives and maintain current cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification while
enrolled in the program.
Individuals who successfully complete the program can take a certification and licensure
examination in radiography administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
(ARRT). After passing the examination, you will be licensed to work as a Radiologic Technologist.
State certification as a medical radiation technologist is required for employment in Maryland.
Graduates of this program should be able to:
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Accurately position patients to produce diagnostic images;
Select accurate exposure factors for imaging exams;
Demonstrate proficiency during the performance of imaging exams;
Modify the exam procedures for the trauma patient;
Adapt the exam procedures for the pediatric patient;
Modify imaging parameters during a multiple radiographic exam series;
Critique the diagnostic quality of radiographs;
Demonstrate radiation protection for the patient;
Demonstrate radiation protection for themselves in the clinical environment;
Demonstrate effective written communication skills; and
Demonstrate effective oral communication skills.
Wor-Wic also offers an opportunity for a hospital-trained registered radiologic technologist to
obtain an associate of applied science degree by successfully completing 35 credit hours of course
work and a simulated ARRT examination.
GOALS & LEARNING OUTCOMES
Goal Statement
Student Learning Outcomes
1. Students will be clinically competent. 1. Students will accurately position patients to produce
diagnostic images.
2. Students will select appropriate exposure technical factors for
imaging exams.
3. Students will demonstrate proficiency during performance of
imaging exams.
4. Students will practice radiation safety and apply radiation
protection principles
2. Students will demonstrate critical
thinking and problem solving skill
proficiency in a variety of patient
care contexts.
1. Students will modify the imaging procedures according to the
diverse patient population and presented medical condition.
2. Students will modify imaging procedures during a multiple
radiographic exam series.
3. Students will critique the diagnostic quality of radiographs.
3. Students will demonstrate adherence 1. Students will demonstrate effective written communication
to the standards of written and
verbal English communication skills.
4. Students will demonstrate
professionalism and ethical behavior.
skills.
2. Students will demonstrate effective oral communication skills.
1. Students demonstrate professional growth and development
during the Radiologic Technology program.
2. Students will demonstrate an understanding of professional
ethics.
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RDT STUDENT PHYSICAL AND TECHNICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS
The radiologic technology profession requires a variety of physical job requirements to function
in the clinical environment. In addition to the physical requirements, students are expected to hear
and respond to communicated commands, visually evaluate radiographic images, and stand for
extended hours while performing radiographic exams. The following encompasses the physical
and technical requirements of a RDT Student:
1.
RDT students are expected to lift, push, move and/or roll patients to position for
radiographic exams. This requires the student to kneel, bend, and lift while caring for
patients. In addition, students are expected to move radiology equipment necessary to
obtain the radiographic image. During clinical rotations, students push stretchers and
wheelchairs, assisting with patient transport throughout the healthcare facility. Student
should be capable of lifting a minimum of 50 pounds to assist in safe patient transfers.
2.
Students are expected to stand for extended hours during clinical rotations while
performing radiographic exams. Sitting in patient care areas is prohibited.
3.
Students are required to wear lead protective aprons and thyroid shields for extended
periods of time during the performance of specific radiographic examinations.
4.
Students should possess fine motor abilities to accurately draw up specific measurements
of medication into syringes, safely handle needles, and establish sterile fields. In addition,
students must be capable of using small, computerized equipment for patient monitoring.
5.
Students are required to respond to the verbal instructions of physicians, staff, and clinical
instructors. Students should possess the auditory ability to hear patient requests and
respond to patient needs. In addition, students must be able to hear and respond in
accordance to monitoring instrument sounds and directives from intercom devices (such as
a code blue).
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Students are required to visually evaluate radiographic images according to shades of gray
and varying degree of blackness displayed upon the imaging monitor. Students should
possess the visual acuity to distinguish small details on a radiographic image. Students
should possess peripheral vision and depth perception abilities to recognize objects, people,
and equipment especially within sterile environments and trauma settings.
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Clinical affiliate policies dictate students are not permitted to complete clinical rotations
with any of the following orthopedic devices: boot, cane, walker, cast etc. as these
limitations would potentially compromise the safe transfer of patients and prevent the
student from safely moving x-ray equipment.
CLINICAL AND ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
A radiologic technologist must possess the ability, knowledge, and skill to function in a variety of
clinical situations and to provide a broad spectrum of patient care. All applicants for admission
must be able to perform the essential clinical skills as well as the academic requirements of the
RDT Program.
The clinical and academic requirements of the RDT Program require the student to have the
capacity to observe and communicate sufficient motor ability to perform radiographic
examinations, emotional stability to exercise good judgment, ability to work effectively in stressful
situations, safely lift, move, and transfer patients the and intellectual ability to synthesize data and
solve problems.
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Due to the limited number of spaces available in radiologic technology, selection is on
a competitive basis. Satisfactory completion of the following admission requirements
does not guarantee you will be admitted into the program.
In order to be considered for admission into the program in July, you must complete and
we must receive all of your documentation for ALL of the general, RDT application, and
GPA or ACT admission requirements by the second Friday in May by 4:00 p.m.:
General Requirements
1.
Complete the Wor-Wic Community College application process, list RDT as your major,
and meet with RDT program staff.
2.
Submit an official high school and college transcripts to the director of admissions. You
can submit your application when you are a high school senior, but you must complete
high school and submit your final transcript by June 15th of the year in which you are
applying to the program.
3.
Foreign students who want to be admitted as high school graduates or who want to
transfer college credits into Wor-Wic must have their high school and college transcripts
evaluated by an acceptable academic credential evaluation service, at their own expense.
The registrar maintains a list of acceptable academic credential evaluation services.
RDT Application Requirements:
1.
Attend a mandatory prospective student meeting with RDT program faculty and current
radiologic technology students. During the meeting, RDT applicants will review RDT
policies and procedures and have the opportunity to ask questions and talk to current
students.
2.
Student applicants must indicate their preferred track as method for program acceptance –
ACT track or GPA track. Your admission will be based on your ACT or GPA by filling
out the RDT selection preference form.
a.
Students are encouraged to meet with a radiologic technology program advisor or
staff to discuss which admission track (ACT or GPA) is appropriate according to
an individual’s academic history and personal needs.
b.
The preference form may be filled out at the mandatory prospective student
meeting or at any time prior to the deadline date.
c.
Prospective students may change their preference form by going to the radiologic
technology department and filling out a new form – forms will not be accepted if
they are faxed or emailed.
3.
Satisfactorily complete a mandatory, four-hour clinical observation in a hospital
radiologic technology setting.
4.
Prospective students are notified by mail of their acceptance or alternate status by the
Director of Admissions.
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5.
Prospective students must accept or reject their position in the RDT program by the
designated deadline listed on the acceptance letter.
6.
Students on academic probation are not eligible for program acceptance.
7.
Prospective students who receive alternate status must re-apply to the program if
they want to be considered for the following year.
ACT Admission
1.
This track may be for you if you are highly motivated and self-disciplined, if you have
previous college credits or if you have only a few outside responsibilities. If you select this
track, your admission is based on your ACT.
2.
If you want your admission to be based on your ACT, you must obtain an ACT registration
packet from our student services office (or register online), take the ACT before the end of
March in the year of application, and have your score forwarded to our student services
office. The minimum ACT score that will be accepted is 18.
3.
While ACT Track students do not have to complete the pre-radiologic technology courses
prior to entering the program, prospective students must be eligible to enroll in ENG 101
and MTH 152.
4.
Take our diagnostic assessments if you have not successfully completed college-level
English and/or mathematics courses.
a.
b.
c.
If the assessment indicates you need “Basic Reading” (ENG 084), and/or
“Introduction to Writing” (ENG 086), you must complete these courses through the
continuing education and workforce development division. You must complete
these courses with a grade of “C” or better. Students requiring ENG 086 must pass
this course before taking any credit courses.
If the assessment indicates you need “College Reading and Study Skills” (ENG
095), “Basic Writing (ENG 096), “Introduction to Computation” (MTH 091), and
“Elementary Algebra” (MTH 092), you must complete these courses with a grade
of “C” or better.
All Developmental courses (courses below the 100 level as described above) must
be completed with a “C” by the second Friday in May of the year in which you are
applying to the program
GPA Admission
1.
This track may be for you if you have been out of school for a long time, if you have family
responsibilities or work obligations, or if you prefer to concentrate on only a few courses at
a time. If you select this track, your admission is based on your GPA in the pre-radiologic
technology courses.
2.
If you want your admission to be based on your GPA, you must complete the preradiologic technology courses with a GPA of at least 2.00 and a grade of “C” or better in
the biology and mathematics courses. The GPA that is used for admissions purposes is
based only on the grades earned in the pre-radiologic technology courses, regardless of
whether they were completed at Wor-Wic or at another regionally accredited college or
university. The GPA calculation excludes SDV 100.
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a.
Pre-Radiologic Technology Courses (All pre-radiologic technology courses must
be completed before seeking program acceptance for students choosing the GPA
track).
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BIO
BIO
ENG
MTH
PSY
SDV
202
203
101
152
101
100
Anatomy and Physiology I
Anatomy and Physiology II
Fundamentals of English I
Elementary Statistics
Introduction to Psychology
Fundamentals of College Study
4
4
3
3
3
1
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*This course has a prerequisite.
b. SDV 100 Fundamentals of College Study is not counted in the GPA but must be
passed, completed with a “C” or higher, or have been waived by the registrar.
Shadowing & Mandatory Prospective Student Meeting
As part of the RDT admission process, prospective students are required to complete four hours of
shadowing and attend a prospective student meeting. Shadowing must be done at PRMC and be
completed satisfactorily. In order to satisfactorily complete shadowing, students must arrive
promptly at their scheduled time; dress appropriately for the facility; communicate with the
technologists, facility staff, other RDT students, and patients appropriately; and demonstrate an
interest in the observation experience.
Students attending the student meeting must also be present and engaged during the entire
presentation. There will be a sign-in sheet where students will need to legibly print their name and
write their signature as proof of attendance.
If it has been more than five years since a student has completed shadowing and/or attended a
prospective student meeting, he/she will be required to attend a new prospective student meeting
and complete four hours of shadowing again. Admission requirements, program changes, and/or
shadowing experiences may have changed since the student last attended a prospective student
meeting.
RDT SELECTION PROCESS
Due to the limited number of spaces available in radiologic technology, satisfactory
completion of the admission requirements does not guarantee that you will be admitted into
the program since final selection is on a competitive basis.
Prospective students are ranked by GPA or ACT scores according to their track preference
identified in the student preference form. GPA and ACT scores are separately ranked from highest
to lowest. In the event of ties, GPA or ACT scores are ranked by lottery. The top 12 students on
the GPA list and top 12 students on the ACT list become the prospective students to be accepted
into the radiologic technology program. The other ranked students on the lists are numbered
consecutively as alternates.
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SELECTION PRIORITIES
Preference is given to residents of Worcester, Wicomico and Somerset Counties. Secondary
preference is given to other Maryland residents with third selection priority to out-of-state
residents. If a higher level mathematics course has been completed, no higher priority will be
assigned to the grade, which still much be a “C” or higher.
Applications that are received late may or may not be accepted. Preference will be given to
applications received prior to the deadline.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
If you are selected for admission, you must submit an acceptance form by the date that is stated on
your acceptance letter. The radiologic technology department will then register you for your
courses. You will also be given a deadline to complete a physical examination, background check,
and drug screening, and provide proof of: immunizations (MMR, varicella, tetanus, varicella,
PPD), cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification for health care providers, and flu shot. Proof of
Hepatitis B shot series or denial is also required. Failure to provide this information may disqualify
you from the program.
TRANSFER STUDENTS
The radiologic technology program at Wor-Wic Community College will not accept transfer
RDT course credits from another RDT program. Students who have previously obtained
ARRT certification and who wish to obtain an associate degree in radiologic technology from
Wor-Wic must meet with the RDT department head for evaluation, obtain permission from WorWic’s administration, and complete all of Wor-Wic Community College’s associate degree
graduation requirements.
HEALTHCARE PACKET AND IMMUNIZATIONS RECORDS
After 30 days when a student leaves the program (for any reason), the student’s healthcare packet
and all immunization records, including flu shots and PPD results, will be destroyed. If you would
like your healthcare packet and/or immunization records, you must contact the department and
personally pick up the records within 30 days of leaving the program. Records will not be scanned,
faxed, emailed, or snail mailed, nor will records be forwarded/given to another facility or program.
The student should be prepared to produce a valid picture ID (driver’s license or student ID) and
must sign a release of medical records form.
It is the policy of Wor-Wic Community College not to discriminate on the basis of age, gender, race, color, religion,
national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or disability in the admission and treatment
of students, access to educational programs and activities, and terms and conditions of employment. Student-related
inquiries should be directed to the dean of student development at 410-334-2893, Wor-Wic Community College, 32000
Campus Drive, Salisbury, MD, 21804.
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ACT TRACK – FIRST YEAR
Summer Session II
* RDT 101 Introduction to Radiology Technology
* RDT 105 Introduction to Radiographic Positioning
 SDV 100
Fundamentals of College Study
Fall Semester
* RDT 104
* RDT 109
* RDT 155
* ENG 101
* MTH 152
Principles of Exposure I
Radiologic Nursing Procedures
Radiographic Positioning & Clinical Practicum I
Fundamentals of English I
Elementary Statistics
Spring Semester
* RDT 154 Principles of Exposure II
* RDT 205 Radiographic Positioning & Clinical Practicum II
* RDT 210 Radiographic Pathology
* BIO 202
Anatomy and Physiology I
* ENG 151
Fundamentals of English II
Summer Sessions
* RDT 215 Clinical Practicum III
(40 hr/wk for entire summer)
Credit Hours
2
3
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6
3
4
4
3
3
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2
4
2
4
3
15
4
4
ACT TRACK – SECOND YEAR
Fall Semester
* RDT 201
* RDT 204
* RDT 255
* BIO 203
Radiation Protection and Radiobiology
Principles of Exposure III
Radiographic Positioning & Clinical Practicum IV
Anatomy and Physiology II
Spring Semester
* RDT 256 Imaging Equipment & Operation
* RDT 257 Introduction to Sectional Anatomy and Computed
Tomography
* RDT 275 Seminar in Radiography & Clinical Practicum V
 PSY 101
Introduction to Psychology
Credit Hours
2
2
4
4
12
2
2
5
3
12
*This course has a prerequisite.
This course has a corequisite.
This course can be taken before being accepted into the program.
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GPA TRACK – FIRST YEAR
Summer Session II
* RDT 101 Introduction to Radiology Technology
* RDT 105 Introduction to Radiographic Positioning
Fall Semester
* RDT 104 Principles of Exposure I
* RDT 109 Radiologic Nursing Procedures
* RDT 155 Radiographic Positioning & Clinical Practicum I
Spring Semester
* RDT 154 Principles of Exposure II
* RDT 205 Radiographic Positioning & Clinical Practicum II
* RDT 210 Radiographic Pathology
* ENG 151
Fundamentals of English II
Summer Sessions
* RDT 215 Clinical Practicum III
(40 hr/wk for entire summer)
Credit Hours
2
3
5
3
4
4
11
2
4
2
3
11
4
4
GPA TRACK – SECOND YEAR
Fall Semester
Credit Hours
* RDT 201 Radiation Protection and Radiobiology
2
* RDT 204 Principles of Exposure III
2
* RDT 255 Radiographic Positioning & Clinical Practicum IV
4
8
Spring Semester
* RDT 256 Imaging Equipment & Operation
* RDT 257 Introduction to Sectional Anatomy and Computed
Tomography
* RDT 275 Seminar in Radiography & Clinical Practicum V
2
2
5
9
*This course has a prerequisite.
This course has a corequisite.
This course can be taken before being accepted into the program.
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