Radiologic Technology, Certificate of Achievement

Upon successful completion of the Radiologic Technology program, the student demonstrates skills, knowledge, and training for eligibility to take the certification examinations given by the State of California and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. The student demonstrates his or her ability to practice in a variety of health care settings providing radiology services. NOTE: Please refer to catalog for program Special Admission Requirement information.

Minimum Units Required: 80.5

Recommended Sequence:

Prerequisites to the Program:

1. High school Graduate or G.E.D.
2. At least 18 years of age by July of the year of application.
3. A cumulative grade point average of no less than prerequisite courses of 2.5 or greater.
4. One year of High School or College Algebra, with a grade of "C" or better.
5. A score on the San Joaquin Delta College Academic Assessment of Level III in Composition or completion of English 079 with a grade of "C" or better.
6. Completion of the following prerequisite courses with a grade of "C" or better AND a cumulative prerequisite GPA of 2.5 or greater: BIOL 033 (Anatomy & Physiology)

   or

   BIOL 031 (Human Anatomy)

   and

   BIOL 032 (Human Physiology)

   HS 036 (Medical Terminology)

   Elementary Algebra (as stated above)

7. Hold a current, valid CPR card upon entry into the program.

Fall

Spring

Summer

Spring

Group I (Electives)

(The following electives are recommended, but they are not required.)

Students are encouraged to pursue an A.A. Degree, which may be granted concurrently with the Radiology Technology Certificate, provided all General Education requirements have been met.

Those students planning to apply to the program should consider taking general education classes while continuing entry into the program. Please consult a counselor for degree requirements.

NOTE:

Please refer to SECTION III, Academic Programs, Special Admission Programs, for admission requirements.

Minimum Units 80.5