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Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology

Program Mission

The mission of the Radiologic Technology program at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University is to educate and form entry level Radiologic Technologists in a faith based academic community. Students are educated to become competent and compassionate technologists who serve their patients, profession and the community.

Program Goals

The goals of the radiology tech program include that students will learn to:

  1. Demonstrate the skills to competently and safely perform radiographic procedures.
  2. Demonstrate and use effective communication skills.
  3. Apply critical thinking skills.
  4. Model professionalism while promoting Franciscan values of Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University.

Program-Level Student Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

Upon completion of the program, the graduate will be able to:

  1. Apply radiation protection principles in radiolographic examinations;
  2. Students will competently perform positioning for radiographic examinations;
  3. Students will competently manipulate radiographic equipment;
  4. Students will demonstrate written communication skills;
  5. Students will provide patient specific verbal and nonverbal communication skills;
  6. Students will accurately adjust procedural factors for various examinations;
  7. Students will evaluate radiographic images for optimum quality;
  8. Students will demonstrate professional conduct consistent with Franciscan values.
  9. Students will display ethical behavior.

To be considered for admission to the associate’s degree in radiologic technology program, all applicants must meet the minimum admissions criteria listed below. Admission to the program is a selective process, and meeting the minimum requirements does not ensure admission to the program. Applicants who are not selected must re-apply the following year.

Documentation for your application to the radiologic technology program is due by May 1 to the Office of Admissions.

  1. Meet all University admission criteria at the time of application.
  2. Minimum grade of C in all prerequisite courses included in the Rad Tech Curriculum Plan:

    ACSM 1110 Introduction to College Education - 1 credit hour

    MATH 1315 College Algebra - 3 credit hours

    BIOL 1110 Introduction to Medical Terminology - 1 credit hour

    BIOL 2310 Human Anatomy & Physiology I - 3 credit hours; May have pre or corequisite course required for this class if taken at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University. Refer to the University Catalog for course requirements.

    BIOL 2311 Human Anatomy & Physiology II - 3 credit hours

    WRIT 1310 College Writing I - 3 credit hours

    WRIT 1311 College Writing II - 3 credit hours

    PSYC 1310 Introductory Psychology - 3 credit hours

    THEO 1310 Introduction to Theology - 3 credit hours

    RADT 1710 Introduction to Radiology - 1 credit hour

  3. All prerequisite courses must be completed or enrolled in by the application deadline of May 1. An applicant may still apply in May with courses remaining in the Summer semester preceding the clinical phase.
  4. Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 for all Rad Tech prerequisite courses.
  5. Minimum age of 18 at time of enrollment.
  6. Documented completion of 50 volunteer service hours in the Radiology department of a hospital and/or work experience in a Radiology department of a hospital. View a list of instructions, list of procedures and an evaluation that should be turned in with your verification of volunteer hours. Students are encouraged to start their volunteer service as soon as possible because the process to begin can be lengthy.
  7. Two letters of recommendation.
  8. Complete the online clinical application which includes a short narrative as to why you have chosen this career and program.

Applicants should be aware that admitted students are required to participate in certain clinical rotations that occur in the evenings.

Application Materials

  • Online clinical application with short narrative.
  • Documented 50 volunteer hours, procedures list and evaluation.
  • Two letters of recommendation.
  • Completion or enrollment in Rad Tech prerequisite courses.

Completed applications will be reviewed during the month of May. The selection committee may request an interview before final decisions are made. Applicants will be notified of their program admission status by late May. Accepted candidates will attend a mandatory Pre-Enrollment session.

Guaranteed Admissions

There are two ways in which a student can qualify for guaranteed admission into the Radiologic Technology program:

  1. A student who enters the University as a freshman is guaranteed admission to the desired program when:
    1. All prerequisite courses toward the desired degree are taken at FranU with at least a grade point average of 3.0 on all prerequisite coursework.
    2. All other minimum admission requirements are met.
  2. A transfer student is guaranteed admission to the desired program when:
    1. More than 30 hours of required coursework in the desired program (including courses that are in progress at the time of application to the University) are transferred in with at least a grade point average of 3.2 in these courses.
    2. A grade point average of at least 3.0 is maintained while completing remaining prerequisite courses at the University.
    3. All other minimum admission requirements are met.

Students transferring in less than 30 hours of coursework may be considered for guaranteed admission. Students falling into this category should call the Admissions office.

* The Radiologic Technology program has a maximum capacity of 28 students in a cohort each year.

Semester 1

ACSM 1110Academic Seminar

1
BIOL 2310Human Anatomy and Physiology I

3
MATH 1315College Algebra

3
WRIT 1310College Writing I

3
PSYC 1310Introductory to Psychology

3
Total Credit Hours:13

Semester 2

BIOL 1110Introduction to Medical Terminology

1
BIOL 2311Human Anatomy and Physiology II

3
RADT 1710Introduction to Radiography

1
THEO 1310Intro to Theology

3
WRIT 1311College Writing II

3
Total Credit Hours:11

Semester 3

RADT 1711Patient Care

3
RADT 1720Image Production I

3
RADT 1740Radiographic Practicum I

2
RADT 1750Radiographic Anatomy and Procedures I

3
RADT 1750LRadiographic Anatomy & Procedures Lab I

1
Total Credit Hours:12

Semester 4

RADT 1725Image Production II

3
RADT 1741Radiographic Practicum II

5
RADT 1751Radiographic Anatomy & Procedures II

3
RADT 1751LRadiographic Anatomy & Procedures Lab II

1
Total Credit Hours:12

Semester 5

RADT 1742Radiographic Practicum III

3
RADT 1752Radiographic Anatomy & Procedures III

2
Total Credit Hours:5

Semester 6

RADT 2720Advanced Radiographic Imaging

3
RADT 2721SLRadiation Protection & Radiobiology

3
RADT 2740Radiographic Practicum IV

6
Total Credit Hours:12

Semester 7

RADT 2730Senior Seminar

3
RADT 2725Radiographic Pathology

2
RADT 2741 Radiographic Practicum V

7
Total Credit Hours:12

Total Credit Hours for Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology = 77

Note: Students must complete all pre-radiologic technology (RADT) course requirements listed in the curriculum plan prior to admission to the radiologic technology program. Some of the general education, arts and sciences courses have prerequisite or co-requisite requirements. Therefore, additional courses not listed in the curriculum plan may be needed. Students interested in enrolled in the general education courses are advised to have a strong background in English, Algebra, Biology, Chemistry and Physics. It is strongly recommended that interested students see advisors for assistance in developing a degree plan that will enable them to complete the general education course requirements in at timely manner in preparation for admission to the RADT program. Enrollment in RADT courses is restricted to students admitted to the RADT program. Program enrollment requires two consecutive years and the specific RADT course requirements for level I must be completed prior to advancing to level II (admitted students only). Time limits may apply to some courses.

  1. An overall GPA of 2.0 (out of 4.0) on all college work, completion of all radiologic technology courses with a grade of C or better, satisfactory completion of all competencies (didactic, clinical and laboratory)
  2. All students must meet residency requirement by completing a minimum of 24 credit hours at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University, including one service-learning project
  3. Completion of 77 credit hours of courses within the degree: completion of the radiologic technology courses within three years
  4. Clearance of all indebtedness to the University including the return of all materials borrowed from the University library

Certification & Licensure

The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is the only examining and certifying body for radiographers in the United States. To become a Registered Technologist in Radiography, RT(R)(ARRT), you will have to successfully complete the ARRT examination. 

Requirements for professional licensure can vary by state and can change without notice. All students should consult the state licensing body in the state in which they reside or seek to be licensed to ensure that the degree they earn will meet requirements for licensure in that state.

https://franu.edu/offices-services/distance-education/licensure-disclosures

Accreditation

The Radiologic Technology Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850 Chicago, IL 60606-3182, www.jrcert.org, (312) 704-5300, mail@jrcert.org), and holds full approval from the Louisiana State Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners.