School of radiology

Skill Standards

There are a number of physical, mental, aptitude and emotional skills, which are essential in the duties and responsibilities of a medical radiographer as well as a student in the School of Radiologic Technology program. Applicants must meet the following requirements.

• The ability to manipulate portable imaging equipment and other medical/technical equipment.
• The ability to physically operate all technical imaging equipment.
• The ability to physically assist in lifting patients from a cart, bed, or wheelchair to the radiographic table.
• The ability to lift, bend and stoop.
• The ability to visually observe the patient at a minimum of 20 feet.
• The ability to read the requisition in the execution of a radiographic procedure.
• The visual acuity to see the x-ray control panel.
• Auditory perception is required in the care and management of the patient. The student must be able to respond to the auditory needs of the patient and also respond to the auditory communication of the physician(s), nurse(s) and co-worker(s) without visual contact.
• The ability to orally communicate in English.
• The ability to maintain an emotional state to function in times of stress and in emergency situations.
• Possess the physical stamina (endurance) to maintain the 40 hours per week commitment to the program.
• Possess the aptitude for reading comprehension and have basic knowledge of algebra.
• The ability to perform CPR and emergency patient evacuation procedures.

The general health of the student should be sufficient for them to carry out all of the duties and responsibilities of a student radiographer.

• 23 month certificate program
• Full-time, @ 40 hours/week
• Typical hours of attendance: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm
• Fully accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
  20 N. Wacker Dr, Ste 2850
  Chicago, IL 60606-3182
  (312) 704-5300
  JRCERT website
• Small class size
• Over 2,700 hours of hands-on clinical education
• Competency-based curriculum
• Housing and financial aid available
• Begins in July each year
• Students completing the program are eligible to sit for the national board examination (ARRT) to become a Registered Radiologic Technologist, R.T.(R)
• Application deadline is December 1st for the following July program

Mission Statement

The mission of Research Medical Center School of Radiologic Technology is to provide a quality educational program that promotes excellence in Radiologic Technology and produces competent, professional, and compassionate radiographers for the healthcare community. Graduates will obtain the knowledge required of an entry-level radiographer and be prepared to successfully sit for the ARRT examination.

PE. Students graduate with the skills necessary to be entry-level technologists.

• Students will complete the program within 23 months.
• Graduates will indicate that they are satisfied with their educational program.
• Employers will indicate that they are satisfied with the graduate's performance.
• Graduates will pass the ARRT certification exam on the first attempt.
• Graduates seeking employment will be employed within 6 months of graduation.

1. Students graduating from the program are clinically competent.

• Students will successfully perform routine radiographic exams.
• Students will practice radiation protection and safety for the patient, self, and others
• Students will appropriately assess and meet patient needs.

2. Students graduate with problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

• Students will evaluate and critique radiographs for anatomy, positioning, and pathology.
• Students will demonstrate the ability to adapt to non-routine imaging exams
• Students will apply critical thinking skills to solve imaging problems.

3. Students graduate with effective communication skills in a health care setting.

• Students will demonstrate effective knowledge of verbal medical communication.
• Students will demonstrate effective knowledge of written medical communication.

4. Students graduating from the program will demonstrate commitments to high ethical standards and professional growth.

• Students will understand the ARRT Code of Ethics in a comprehensive manner
• Students will demonstrate professional work ethics
• Eligible Students will join the Radiologic Technology Honor Society, Lambda Nu.

The following is the most current program effectiveness data. Our programmatic accreditation agency, the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), defines and publishes this information. Click here to go directly to the JRCERT webpage.

Credentialing Examination: The number of students who pass, on the first attempt, the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification examination, or an unrestricted state licensing examination, compared with the number of graduates who take the examination within six months of graduation. The five-year average benchmark established by the JRCERT is 75%.

Job Placement: The number of graduates employed in the radiologic sciences compared to the number of graduates actively seeking employment in the radiologic sciences within twelve months of graduating. The five-year average benchmark established by the JRCERT is 75%.

Program Completion: The number of students who complete the program within the stated program length. The annual benchmark established by the program is 80%.

• A minimum of an Associate's Degree or proof of enrollment in a 2 plus 2 Bachelor's Degree Program with a school articulated with RMC School of Radiologic Technology (see 'Program Affiliations' below).
• Candidates for the Program that are currently enrolled in an Associate Degree program must complete the program and receive their degree prior to the start of the Radiology Program.
  • As of January 2015, the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) requires that a graduate of a radiologic technology program have a minimum of an Associate's Degree in any area of study to be eligible to take the National Registry exam.
• A minimum GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
• The following courses are prerequisites for entrance into the Program and must be completed with a grade of 'C' or better:
  • College Algebra (Completed within the last five years)
  • Anatomy and Physiology with a lab (Completed within the last five years)
  • Medical Terminology
  • English Composition and Speech
  • Introduction to Physics
• Transfer Policy
  • The program does not accept transfers from other radiologic technology programs. Students must complete 100% of the program at Research Medical Center to receive a Certificate of Completion.
• A 4 Hour job observation at Research Medical Center (See job observation form on application).
  • HCA requires all job shadow participants to meet the following requirements:
    • Proof of negative TB test – within last 15 months

• Tuition - $6,600 for the two-year certificate excluding the completion of the prerequisites. The tuition fee includes the costs of books for the Program.
• Activity fee - $750 for the program
• Uniforms - approximately $400
• Application fee - $40
• Upon completion of the program, an examination fee of $200 will be required to take the ARRT certification exam

Refund Policy

Should a student withdraw or be dismissed from the program during the fist week of the first quarter the total amount of the program fees and tuition paid by the student will be refunded except for the $750.00 deposit. This deposit will be refunded if the student cancels the agreement/enrollment from within 3 working days of receipt of the $750.00 deposit by the school. Should a student withdraw or be dismissed from program, the institutional refund policy outlined below will be applied. Books and uniforms purchased for the School of Radiologic Technology program are considered a non-refundable expense.

• Research Medical Center
• Research Medical Center Brookside Campus
• Cass Regional Medical Center
• VA Medical Center
• Menorah Medical Center
• Children's Mercy Hospital
• Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute
• Centerpoint Medical Center
• Lee's Summit Medical Center
• Overland Park Regional Medical Center

The program has articulation agreements with the following educational institutions:

University of Central Missouri
Contact: Dr. Justin Chapman (Email Dr. Justin Chapman)
Completion of BS Degree

Northwest Missouri State University
Contact: Sierra Rains (Email Sierra Rains)
Completion of BS Degree

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• American Society of Radiologic Technologists
• Bureau of Labor Statistics
• Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
• Missouri Society of Radiologic Technologists
• University of Central Missouri
• North West Missouri State University