Radiography Program

A radiographer is a person who uses x-radiation, a knowledge of anatomy, and imaging principles to aid physicians in the diagnosis of disease, in monitoring patient progress, in controlled screenings for early detection, or in research. This is a twenty-four month day program that begins in June. It includes six semesters of classroom instruction and clinical practice at the College and affiliated hospitals.

The Radiography program seeks to prepare students as radiographers who can competently and safely perform radiologic procedures; who display the personal qualities of integrity, responsibility, and reliability; and who function as active members of the healthcare team. Program offered at the Flanagan Campus Only.

**IMPORTANT MESSAGE from the CCRI Radiography Program

If you are planning to apply during the February 2022 application period, a completed COVID series and current Influenza vaccination is required for all health science students.

Frequently Asked Questions Admission Guidelines

Learning Outcomes

Students graduating from the Radiography Program will:

1. be skilled in current practice as entry-level diagnostic radiographers.
   • Students will use knowledge of anatomy and positioning to produce diagnostic radiographs.
   • Students will skillfully operate radiographic equipment.
   • Students will protect themselves, staff, patients, and visitors from excess radiation exposure in the clinical setting.
2. demonstrate the ability to communicate orally and in writing.
   • Students will communicate orally with patients and staff in an effective manner.
   • Students will communicate clearly and accurately in writing in the clinical and academic settings.
3. demonstrate the ability to think critically and solve problems in a clinical setting.
   1. Students will evaluate images for radiographic quality.
   2. Students will adapt imaging procedures and equipment in non-routine situations and for special populations.
4. act as ethical and responsible members of the healthcare team.
   • Students will respect patient confidentiality.
   • Students will demonstrate attitudes and behavior consistent with professional standards.

Technical Standards

These standards are capabilities associated with the successful practice of radiography. Under no circumstances are they considered conditions for admission to the Radiography Program.

In order to perform the tasks required of radiographers, certain physical capabilities are required. Students must demonstrate the ability to perform required functions as a routine part of either classroom, laboratory or clinical education. Students should be aware that successful completion of the Radiography Program will depend upon the ability to meet the following technical standards:

1. A reasonable amount of strength and mobility are required for the following reasons:
   • Radiographers must be able to lift, move or push heavy equipment, imaging plates, mobile x-ray equipment, stretchers and/or wheelchairs with patients in them.
   • Radiographers must be able to help in lifting patients who may be paralyzed, comatose or otherwise incapacitated, from stretchers or wheelchairs to x-ray tables and back.
   • Radiographers must be able to provide physical assistance and care for patients in a timely manner in all circumstances.
   • Radiographers must be able to reach overhead in order to manipulate an x-ray tube that hangs from the ceiling.
2. Manual dexterity, good motor skills and eye-hand coordination are necessary in order to:
   • Manipulate locks on equipment
     Don surgical gloves
   • Fill syringes
   • Align patient, imaging plate and x-ray tube
3. Sensory function in at least one upper limb is necessary in order to palpate bony prominences.
4. The ability to hear faint or muffled sounds is necessary in order to:
   • Respond to patient needs since operator control areas are separated from the x-ray tube and table where patients are placed.
   • Monitor equipment operation or dysfunction which may be indicated by low-sounding bells or buzzers.
   • Function when the use of surgical masks are required for protection of the patient or hospital personnel.
   • Respond to pages from the hospital public address system.
5. Visual acuity (the ability to see fine lines) and intensity discrimination (the ability to distinguish gradual changes in blacks, grays and whites) are necessary in order to evaluate radiographs for technical quality.
6. The ability to communicate orally and in writing is a requirement for radiographers in order to:
   • Ascertain and record patient histories.
   • Explain and complete patient consent forms.
   • Provide clear and audible directions to patients face-to-face and from the radiography control area, which may be 15 feet away from the patient.

Accreditation

JRCERT
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology 20 North Wacker Drive - Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606
Tel: (312) 704-5300
Length of Accreditation Award 5 years
Next scheduled review 01/01/2022

Related Links

• Occupational Outlook
• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• ASRT - American Society of Radiologic Technologists
• Academic Calendar
• Policies and Procedures
• Student Handbook
• Program Effectiveness Data

From the Catalog

• General Policies for Health Sciences
• Program of Study Information
• Course Descriptions - for online versions, see Available Courses
• Admissions
• Tuition and Fees