RADIOGRAPHY TECHNOLOGY  

Accreditation:
The Radiologic Technology program is accredited by the
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT-http://www.jrcert.org).
JRCERT 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606-3182

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FAQ's

Clinical Settings

Admission Criteria

Radiography at AC

The radiography program accepted students in the summer of 1977 for the first time and has continued entering one class every year since that time. Program acceptance occurs at the end of Summer Session II each year for the fall semester. The Grade Point Average on [six] prerequisite courses determines the order of acceptance from the annual applicant pool.

Program faculty should be contacted as soon as an applicant decides to apply. The faculty advises applicants about the TASP/THEA test and the prerequisites required for selection into the program. The faculty will help each applicant establish a plan to complete admission requirements and enter the program at the student's own pace.

The program takes great pride in the accomplishments of its graduates. Over the last seven years, first attempt passage on the national certification examination has been at the 98%+ level with graduate scores averaging above the state and national averages. Graduate employment, continuation in higher education or both, within six months of graduation, has been at the 98% level. Some graduates have ascended to managerial positions in imaging departments in rural settings, regional medical centers and in departments between the extremes. Some graduates have even pursued careers in radiography education. Currently five program graduates have become faculty members and significantly contribute to the program's success.

Admission Criteria

1.  Application and acceptance to Angelina College.

2.  Must be Texas Success Initiative (TSI) complete. 

3.  Submit passing THEA scores, proof of THEA exemption, or Accuplacer results to health careers secretary in HC II, Room 128.

4.  Annually attend an information session to obtain a program application and/or information.

5.  Submit completed application for the radiography program, completed physical health form, receive appropriate immunizations as mandated by the Texas Department of State Health Services for health care workers, and provide proof of current 2 year American Heart Association CPR card no later than May 1st each year for August consideration.  All requested information must be received by the program in order for the application to be complete.  The hepatitis B series (3 shots in 6 months) must be completed by the first clinical day of the Fall  semester.

6.  Complete all prerequisite courses prior to the designated date:

                         BIOL 2404 – Human A & P (General)

                         ENGL 1301 – Composition

                         PSYC 2301 – General Psychology

                         MATH 1314 – College Algebra           

                         RADR 1202 – Radiographic Image Evaluation I

                         RADR 1203 – Patient Care

7.Submit official college transcript(s) indicating completion of prerequisite courses before the August decision date. 

8. Acceptance into the radiography program is limited.  Applicants will be ranked and selected based on the following criteria:

    a) Completion of all requirements by published deadlines    

    b) Cumulative GPA in BIOL 2404, ENGL 1301, PSYC 2301, MATH 1314, RADR 1202, RADR 1203.  Calculation of the GPA is accomplished after the end of the second Summer Session each year with students ranked in descending numerical order.  In case of GPA tie(s), the following items will be used for final selection:  (1) students with higher grades in MATH 1314, BIOL 2404, RADR 1202 AND RADR 1203 will receive greater consideration, and (2) a personal interview with Radiography faculty members.  Prerequisite courses may be taken only twice for selection consideration.  If a prerequisite course is taken more than twice, only the second grade will be calculated in the cumulative GPA for prerequisite courses.  Students who receive a grade of “D” or “F” in RADR 1202 or RADR 1203 will not be eligible for consideration.

      9.    Applicants will be notified of “conditional” admission decisions by letter prior to Fall  registration.

    10.    Upon “conditional” acceptance to the program, a random drug screen and background check will be done at the student’s expense (approximately $80.00).

     11.   The drug screen and background check must be negative to receive “full” acceptance into the program.  

Goals of the Radiography Program

To provide the highest quality instruction of the curriculum designed to prepare the graduate to demonstrate knowledge, comprehension, application of technical, affective, psycho-motor, and critical thinking skills, and competency in the role as an entry-level radiographer. 

To produce graduates who are eligible and competent to pass the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification examination upon completion of the program.

To seek new community partnerships for clinical practice as needs are identified according to student growth and the addition of advanced modality certificate programs.

To provide students with both academic and clinical instruction in the field of Radiologic Technology in order to meet the employment needs of the graduate and of the medical communities.

To foster and promote the pursuit of life-long learning and professional growth in each student.

Note - Bold/italics denote General Education Courses

Student Accidents:

As a student at Angelina College, you will encounter certain risks while you are enrolled in a classroom, or laboratory experience, or in a clinical or practicum setting. In the event that you sustain an injury and or require any medical testing or care, all resulting medical expenses (hospital, ambulance, or physician fees), are your responsibility and not the responsibility of Angelina College or the clinical/practicum site.

It is recommended that you purchase a student/personal health insurance plan (medical and hospitalization) if you are not covered by a group health insurance plan.

Clinical Facilities 

Lufkin:

Memorial Health System of East Texas

Frank & Franklin P.O. Box 1447

Lufkin, Texas 75901

(936) 634-8111

www.memorialhealth.org  

Woodland Heights Medical Center

500 Gaslight Blvd.

Lufkin, Texas 75901

(936) 634-8311

www.woodlandheights.net  

Texas Specialists Center

208 Gaslight Blvd.

Lufkin, Texas 75904

(936) 634-8800

Lufkin VA Outpatient Clinic

1301 W. Frank Ave.

Lufkin, TX 75901

(936) 637-1342

Temple Imaging Center
1105 Frank, Suite 100
Lufkin, TX 75904
(936) 631-3000

Gaslight Imaging Center
125 Gaslight Medical Parkway
Lufkin, TX 75904
(936) 637-8580

Nacogdoches:

Memorial Hospital
1204 Mound Street
Nacogdoches, Texas 75961
(936) 564-4611  
www.nacmem.org  

Nacogdoches Medical Center

4920 NE Stallings Drive

Nacogdoches, Texas 75961

(936) 569-9481  

www.nacmedicalcenter.com

Livingston:

Memorial Medical Center - Livingston
1717 HWY 59 Bypass

Livingston, Texas 77351

(936) 327-4381

www.memorialhealth.org

Crockett:

East Texas Medical Center - Crockett
1100 Loop 304 East
Crockett, Texas 75835
(936) 544-2002
http://hospital.etmc.org/crockett.shtml

FAQs

How do I transfer credits and who decides what will transfer?

Any student who requests transfer into the Radiography Program must have earned at least a "C" in all transfer courses. Scholastic requirements outlined in the Angelina College General Bulletin will also govern the eligibility of the applicant for admission. Further consideration is based on the student submitting: (1) a letter of status from the Program Coordinator of previous school, (2) a comprehensive description of Radiography courses completed, (3) evidence of maintaining an overall "C" (2.0) GPA at previous school, and (4) two references from former instructors regarding clinical performance. 

What are "prerequisites" and when do they have to be completed?

These are courses that must be completed before admission to the radiography program can be considered. If a student takes a prerequisite course more than two times, only the second grade will be considered for GPA calculation. Applicants who desire admission to the program for Fall Semester must have completed all prerequisites by the end of Summer Session II of the same year. 

How are candidates selected for admission to the radiography program?

Selection of the number of authorized students (between 20 to 28) is based upon the cumulative GPA of the prerequisite courses. Calculation of the GPA is accomplished after the end of the second Summer Session each year with students ranked in descending numerical order. In case of GPA tie(s), the following items will be used for final selection: (1) students with higher grades in MATH 1314, BIOL 2404, RADR 1202, and RADR 1203 will receive greater consideration, and (2) a personal interview with Radiography faculty members.

Angie Wilcox

Radiology Technology Program Coordinator

awilcoxangelina.edu

936-633-5413