SCC RADIOGRAPHY PROGRAM PRE-ADMISSION CONFERENCE Radiography Take A Look Inside
Thank you for your interest in the SCC Radiography Program. This online pre-admission conference is designed to provide information about the program, program requirements, and application instructions.
Pre-Admission Conference: Non-Discrimination Statement Admission to the program is open to all qualified students and is based on a point system. Refer to slides 33 & 34 for the current points system. The minimum cumulative GPA for program admission is 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Neither Somerset Community College nor the radiography program discriminates on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, martial status, sex, [sexual orientation], or handicap, in employment, educational programs or activities as set forth in Title IX of the Educational Amendment of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Pre-Admission Conference: Non-Discrimination Statement Radiography at the technical level involves the provision of direct care for individuals and is characterized by the application of verified knowledge in the skillful performance of radiologic functions. Therefore, in order to be considered for admission or to be retained in the program after admission, all applicants should possess the following technical standards: (please see next slide)
Pre-Admission Conference: Technical Standards Radiography involves the provision of direct care for individuals and is characterized by the application of verified knowledge in the skillful performance of radiological technical functions. Therefore, all applicants should possess: Sufficient visual acuity, such as is needed in the accurate preparation and administration of contrast media and for the observation necessary for patient assessment and nursing care; Sufficient auditory perception to receive verbal communication from patients and members of the health team and to assess health needs of people through the use of monitoring devices such as cardiac monitors, stethoscopes, intravenous infusion pumps, fire alarms, etc.;
Pre-Admission Conference: Technical Standards (cont.) Sufficient gross and fine motor coordination to respond promptly and to implement the skills including the manipulation of equipment, positioning and lifting patients required in meeting health needs related to radiologic technology; Sufficient communication skills (speech, reading, writing) to interact with individuals and to communicate their needs promptly and effectively, as may be necessary in the patient s/client s interest, and; Sufficient intellectual and emotional functions to plan and implement care for individuals.
INSTRUCTIONS Read all material in this online Radiography Pre-Admission Conference Obtain a Program Application and Statement of Understanding from Tanya Cowan, Alton Blakley Building, Room 301 (Somerset Campus North) or Kathy Howard, Building 3, Room 214 (Laurel Campus North). Along with the Application and Statement of Understanding, submit all required documents, as outlined in the pre-admission conference, by the deadline.
Pre-Admission Conference A radiographer is a health professional who uses radiation to produce medical images of internal human anatomy. In some cases, the radiographer performs medical procedures that evaluate physiological functions. Medical radiographs and other medical imaging procedures are used by the physician to diagnose and treat human disease. The Radiography Program at SCC is a five semester Associate Degree Program, which combines academic and laboratory courses with high technology clinical instruction. After graduation, a qualified student is eligible for national (ARRT) certification and KY state licensure. A prospective radiography student is advised that the ARRT examination board may not accept a student s application if he/she has been convicted of a felony or major misdemeanor.
Pre-Admission Conference The application deadline for the program is April 28, 2017. Courses in progress during the spring semester will be used in the admission process. Submit the Statement of Understanding, Program Application, and other needed documents as outlined in the conference in order to be eligible for the selective admission application process. The applicant should receive notification of either acceptance, nonacceptance, or alternate status by June 1 st.
Pre-Admission Conference Prior to beginning the radiography program the student must have satisfactorily completed the first Anatomy & Physiology course (BIO 137) and College Algebra (MAT 150). The more general education classes completed the better the chances of being accepted. It is particularly beneficial to have completed the four math and science courses, since grades of an A or B are awarded additional points. An ACT score is needed for the radiography application process. We do not accept COMPASS scores. A minimum composite score of 20 on the ACT or residual ACT is required to receive points on the point system for admission into the radiography program.
Pre-Admission Conference Applications do not carry over from one admission cycle to the next. If you are not accepted and wish to apply for the next year s class, you must complete the application process again.
Pre-Admission Conference: Program Mission The mission of the SCC Radiography Program is to provide a quality affordable education in the field of radiologic technology. Using theory and performance-based instruction, the program s faculty strives to provide an educational environment which equips the student with entry level radiography skills, as well as strengthening critical thinking, problem solving, and communication skills.
Pre-Admission Conference: Program Goals Goal 1: The student will demonstrate expansion of knowledge acquired prior to the program in general education courses. Goal 2: The student will exhibit critical thinking and problem solving skills. Goal 3: The student will utilize oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. Goal 4: The student will demonstrate professional growth and development. Goal 5: The student will develop clinical performance skills and competencies of an entry level radiographer.
Pre-Admission Conference: Testing Requirements All first-time students with no previous college and those students who have not completed freshman English or college algebra, MUST take the college assessment test prior to advising and registration. The only exception to this policy is those students who scored a 20 or higher in reading and math, and 18 or higher in English on the National ACT. The ACT (or ACT Residual) is used as one of the program s admission assessment tools; a COMPASS score cannot be used as a substitute. Please call the Testing Center at (606) 451-6850, for information on placement testing.
Pre-Admission Conference: Application Procedure Students are admitted to the Radiography Program every fall semester. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all required procedures are completed and the required documents are submitted to the college prior to the specified deadline. A list of these procedures and documents are as follows (1-6):
Pre-Admission Conference: Application Procedure (cont.) (1) Complete an official application to Somerset Community College online at http://somerset.kctcs.edu/admissions/apply_now.aspx. If you need Admissions assistance, please contact the GO! KCTCS STUDENT SERVICES CENTER at (855) 664-6722 or Email: scccontactcenter@kctcs.edu *Note: This application form is for admission to the College only; it is not an application to the Radiography Program.
Pre-Admission Conference: Application Procedure (cont.) (2) Complete the American College Test (ACT) exam and have results sent to the admissions office by the application deadline. Allow 4-6 weeks from the test date for the ACT results to be returned to Somerset Community College. Students who have not completed their ACT prior to enrolling at Somerset Community College will be required to take the COMPASS exam, for placement purposes, while their ACT results are pending. COMPASS testing is available at the Testing Center, located in the Strunk Learning Resource Center on the Somerset North Campus. Please call the Testing Center at (606) 451-6850 for testing dates and times.
Pre-Admission Conference: Application Procedure (cont.) (3) First-time College students must request and submit an official high school transcript or GED certificate as part of the application process for the college.
Pre-Admission Conference: Application Procedure (cont.) (4) Request that the registrar of each institution previously attended forward to the SCC Admissions Office an official transcript of all college work completed or work in progress. The transcript must be forwarded to: Admissions Office, Somerset Community College, 808 Monticello Street, Somerset, KY 42501 *Note: A sealed transcript issued to a student or submitted by a student will NOT be accepted by the Somerset Community College s Admissions Office.
Pre-Admission Conference: Application Procedure (cont.) (5) Read all material presented in the online pre-admission conference
Pre-Admission Conference: Application Procedure (cont.) (6) At the end of this online Pre-Admission Conference, the student must obtain the Program Application and Statement of Understanding from Tanya Cowan, room 301 of the Alton Blakley Building on the Somerset Campus or Kathy Howard, Room 214 of Building 3 on the Laurel Campus North. The signed Program Application, Statement of Understanding and required supporting documents must be hand delivered to Ms. Cowan or Ms. Howard by 4:30 p.m. on April 28, 2017.
Pre-Admission Conference: Program Admission Admission to the radiography program is competitive. The number of students accepted into the program is limited because a portion of the teaching is done in hospitals that cannot accommodate large numbers of students. Additionally, enrollment in the radiography program may be restricted due to limited laboratory facilities or faculty and program resources. Candidate selection is based on a points system (see points system information on slides 33 & 34). The program admissions committee will select the candidates receiving the highest points total from the applicant pool for that semester. All candidates will receive one of three notifications; a letter of acceptance, a letter of non-acceptance, or a letter of alternate status. All candidates accepted into the program are expected to attend an orientation session scheduled during the week prior to the beginning of the semester of admission.
Pre-Admission Conference: Admission Committee Members Membership on the Radiography Program Admissions Committee may include any or all of the following persons: Program Coordinator Program Clinical Coordinator Faculty Member Associate Dean of Health Sciences Admissions Officer
Pre-Admission Conference: Selection Process Selection of students for the program will be made by the President or the president s designee, after considering the recommendation of the Admissions Committee. An applicant is considered a strong candidate if the following qualifications are met: Applicants with an ACT composite score of 20 or above. Applicants with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better (on a 4.0 scale) in the required general education courses completed (minimum of 21 hours), or the student s overall GPA, which ever is greater. Applicants who have completed the biological sciences (BIO 137 and BIO 139), the physical science (PHY 152 or PHY 171) and the Algebra (MAT 150) courses listed in the radiography curriculum, with a grade of B or A. Applicants that have completed all, or nearly all of the 9 required general education courses for the program.
Pre-Admission Conference: Post Admission Requirements Students will be notified of CPR, immunizations, Hepatitis B, liability insurance, background check and drug screening and any additional immunization requirements after being accepted into the program. All requirements outlined in the acceptance packets must be met in order to remain enrolled in the radiography program. Documents of fulfilling requirements must be provided. Failure to comply with these requirements will result in dismissal from the program.
Pre-Admission Conference: Accreditation Somerset Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of College and Schools (SACS). The Radiography Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) www.jrcert.org.
After completing the competency based education curriculum, a qualified student is eligible to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification examination. A prospective radiography student is advised that the ARRT examination board may not accept a student s application if there has been a conviction of a felony or major misdemeanor, including drug possession, assault, DUIs and/or public intoxication. Students who have been convicted of, or pled guilty to, or plead no lo contendere to a crime, may request a pre-application review of the violation in order to obtain a ruling on the impact of their eligibility for examination. A special preapplication review form may be requested from the ARRT office. For more information, please contact: The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, 1255 Northland Dr., St. Paul, Minnesota 55120-1155 Phone (651) 687-0048 https://www.arrt.org RADIOGRAPHY Pre-Admission Conference: ARRT Certification
Pre-Admission Conference: Program Contact Information Mr. Doyle Decker, Program Coordinator Harold Rogers Student Commons, Office 216 (606) 451-6774 doyle.decker@kctcs.edu Ms. Shanda Catron, Clinical Coordinator Harold Rogers Student Commons, Office 220 (606) 451-6755 shanda.catron@kctcs.edu Ms. Tanya Cowan, Health Division Staff Associate Blakley Academic and Technical Building, Office 301 (606) 451-6764 tanya.cowan@kctcs.edu
Pre-Admission Conference: Financial Information The fee schedule may be found in the KCTCS Catalog and the SCC course schedule. In addition to the tuition, radiography students are responsible for transportation to the various health agencies, purchase of liability insurance, books, uniforms, CPR certification fees, cost of immunizations, and cost of background checks and drug screens. The tuition for the radiography program is the prevailing SCC tuition for each semester. Tuition is payable at the beginning of each semester. A full-time student at SCC is enrolled for a minimum of 12 credit hours. The summer sessions are considered one semester. Financial aid is available in the form of scholarships, grants, and loans through the Financial Aid Office. Any student seeking financial aid should contact the Financial Aid Office in the Harold Rogers Student Commons on Somerset North Campus.
Pre-Admission Conference: Financial Information The following is a list of approximate costs for the program: Books and Supplies.. $1200.00 (entire professional program) Uniforms....... $75.00 per set (3 sets min suggested) White Shoes.. $50.00 Liability Insurance... $20.00 per year (nonrefundable) Vaccinations... $200.00 (including Hep B vac. or signed waiver) Possible travel/lodging... $2,000.00 (possible distance clinical rotation) Students are also financially responsible for drug screening and background checks prior to entering clinical sites (must be repeated annually). *Tuition and fees are subject to change at any time without prior notification. Notes: Students should not rent textbooks since they are needed throughout the entire program. Also, students should not purchase uniforms or shoes without faculty approval.
General Education: Social Interaction 3 Heritage or Humanities 3 Oral Communication 3 ENG 101 Writing I 3 MAT 150 College Algebra OR 3 Higher Level Mathematics Course (3) BIO 137 Human Anatomy & Physiology I 4 BIO 139 Human Anatomy & Physiology II 4 PHY 152 Introduction to Physics OR 3 Higher Level Physics Course AHS 115 Medical Terminology OR 3 CLA 131 Medical Terminology from Greek & Latin (3) Computer Literacy RADIOGRAPHY Pre-Admission Conference: Program Curriculum
Technical Courses: IMG 104 Introduction to Radiography 2 IMG 106 Patient Care in Radiography 2 IMG 108 Radiographic Procedures I 4 IMG 114 Image Production and Acquisition 2 IMG 109 Clinical Practice I 1 IMG 116 Advanced Patient Care in Radiography 2 IMG 118 Radiographic Procedures II 4 IMG 119 Clinical Practice II 3 IMG 209 Clinical Practice III 3 IMG 214 Imaging Equipment 2 IMG 216 Basic Computed Tomography 1 IMG 219 Clinical Practice IV 6 IMG 224 Radiation Protection & Biology 2 IMG 226 Radiographic Pathology 1 IMG 228 Radiography Seminar 2 IMG 229 Clinical Practice V 6 *NAA 100 may be substituted for IMG 106 RADIOGRAPHY Pre-Admission Conference: Program Curriculum 43
Pre-Admission Conference: Admissions Points System ACT Score Points Pts for College Credit Earned Gen Ed Courses taken at SCC 20, 21, 22 10 <40 hrs. 1 pt If a student has taken a minimum of 23, 24 15 41 60 2 pts 5 of the required general education 25, 26 20 61 80 3 pts courses at SCC (including district 27 + 25 81 100 4 pts campuses) 2 pts are awarded. College GPA Points >101 5 pts 3.00 3.24 10 Gen Ed Courses Completed Work Experience (paid direct patient care) 3.25 3.49 12 There are 9 general education 6 mos. 1 yr. 3 pts 3.50 3.74 14 courses required. You receive 1 pt 2 yrs. 3 yrs. 5 pts 3.75 4.00 16 for each course completed. If all 4 yrs. Plus 7 pts 9 gen ed classes are completed, A/B Grade in: Points 3 additional point will be given. Total (68 points possible) BIO 137 2 Maximum of 12 points. BIO 139 2 MAT 150 2 Revised: PHY 152 2 June 4, 2010 Sept. 30, 2015
Pre-Admission Conference: Admissions Points System for Current High School Students ACT Comp. Score Points To be considered for admission; 20, 21, 22 10 ACT math score must be > 20 23, 24 15 ACT reading score must be > 18 25, 26 20 ACT writing score must be > 18 27 + 25 ACT Math Score of > 25 3 College Credit There are 9 general education ACT Science Score of courses required. Applicants > 25 3 receive 1 point for each course completed either via dual credit, College GPA SEEK, or AP testing. If all 3.60 3.70 5 9 gen ed classes are completed, Total 3.71 3.80 10 3 additional point will be given. (68 points possible) 3.81 3.90 15 Maximum of 12 points. 3.91 4.00 20 Approved/revised: 4.10 and greater 25 December 2014 June 4, 2010
Clinical Obligations of the Student The clinical component of the Somerset Community College Radiography Program is a total of 19 credit hours. The contact/clock hour to credit hour ratio is 4:1. The total number of contact/clock hours in the program is 1,140. The clinical education courses are as follows: IMG 109 Clinical Practice I 1 credit hour 60 clock hours IMG 119 Clinical Practice II 3 credit hours 180 clock hours IMG 209 Clinical Practice III 3 credit hours 180 clock hours IMG 219 Clinical Practice IV 6 credit hours 360 clock hours IMG 229 Clinical Practice V 6 credit hours 360 clock hours
Clinical Obligations of the Student (cont.) Students are responsible for their own transportation to clinic. Clinical times are generally 8:00am - 4:30pm or 8:00am 6:30pm. All students are required to rotate through more than one site (typically 2-4 sites). The student will not be assigned to a clinical site that is greater than the distance from their home to Somerset, or 60 miles, whichever is greater. Current clinical affiliates are located here: https://portal.jrcertaccreditation.org/accredited-educationalprograms/details/2207b765-672e-4953-93a5-71984bb3cb57
Prior to clinical rotations students are required to successfully complete and/or document the following: - CPR certification - TB testing - Document immunizations including Hep-B or signed Hep-B declination form - Proof of liability insurance - Background check - Drug screening test - Clinical Site s orientation session RADIOGRAPHY Clinical Obligations of the Student (cont.) - Any additional immunizations as required by individual clinical affiliates Note: some of the above items will be required on the first day during program orientation, but further information will be provided to students accepted into the program
Articulation Agreement with Morehead State University Somerset Community College has an articulation agreement with Morehead State University to accept the radiography program s graduates with senior academic status if the following have been met by the graduate: Graduate of the radiography program with an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. Completion of the KCTCS Associate in Arts/Block transfer (seven additional classes beyond the AAS degree). Must pass the ARRT registry examination prior to enrollment.
Articulation Agreement with Morehead State University Morehead State University offers the transfer student the following options regarding completion of a bachelors degree: Computed Tomography & Magnetic Resonance (selective admission) Diagnostic Medical Sonography (selective admission) On-line Bachelor s degree in Medical Imaging Sciences-Leadership
Transfer of Credit The transfer of general education courses from other higher-education institutions to Somerset Community College is handled by the college s Registrar. Post registry radiographers seeking completion of an AAS degree receive 43 credit hours for being ARRT registered; needing only to complete the general education requirement as well as the college s requirements for graduation. Currently enrolled radiography students at other intuitions requesting to transfer to Somerset Community College s Radiography Program will be judged on an individual basis. Please contact the program director for more information.
Pre-Admission Conference: Frequently Asked Questions Do I need to submit my high school transcript? No, we do not need a copy of your high school transcript for application to the program unless that is your only source for your ACT scores. Do I need to submit official transcripts or official ACT scores with my application to the program? No, we do not need official transcripts submitted with program applications. Students may print a copy of their transcripts themselves through their PeopleSoft account when applying to the program. If students are not able to selfprint a copy of their transcript for some reason, submit a request to Admissions for an advising transcript. Advising transcripts are not official and do not require payment. Submitted ACT scores for program application may be copied from PeopleSoft by students as well. How many students are selected for the program? Nine to sixteen students will be selected to begin classes in the fall of each year.
Pre-Admission Conference: Frequently Asked Questions (cont.) Are there any second shift clinical rotations? No, currently there are no assigned second shift clinical rotations. Students are typically in clinicals from 8:00-4:30 or 8:00-6:30. How many clinical sites will I attend? A student will attend 2-4 different clinical sites throughout the program according to assigned schedules. Students are not guaranteed clinical assignments closest to their home. Some sites can only accommodate one student at a time. Clinical schedules are non-negotiable. Will I have a dress code in clinicals? Yes, there is a dress code for clinical rotations. Also, visible tattoos must be covered while students are in clinical sites. Do I have to complete all the General Education courses before I apply to the program? No, the only two classes which must be complete before entering into the program are College Algebra (MAT 150 or MT 150) and Anatomy & Physiology I (BIO 137). However, more points are earned for each completed general education course. This is outlined on the Admission Points System slides. When will I know if I am selected for the program? Typically by June 1 st applicants will receive one of three letters: a letter of acceptance, non-acceptance, or alternate status.
Go to the SCC webpage at http://somerset.kctcs.edu/ Click <Current Students> at the top of the page Click <Log in to Peoplesoft> Sign in Go to self service Find the Academics tab at the top, click on My Academics Click the link that says View My Unofficial Transcript RADIOGRAPHY Pre-Admission Conference: Printing Transcripts from PeopleSoft Students should choose the student self-service view and print the following: Test scores Transfer credit (if you have transfer credit from another college, university, etc.) All grades Grades from Legacy (if SCC grades are several years old, they will be on the Legacy system)
Pre-Admission Conference: What Must Be Submitted to Apply The following must be submitted in order to apply to the program: Program Application (obtained from Tanya Cowan or Kathy Howard) Statement of Understanding (obtained from Tanya Cowan or Kathy Howard) ACT scores (may be printed from student PeopleSoft accounts) Transcripts from all colleges, universities, technical colleges attended (may be unofficial or advising transcripts printed from student PeopleSoft accounts) Copy of high school transcript ONLY if applying directly out of high school (can be unofficial copy) Do not have official copies of transcripts or ACT scores sent to program faculty. All items must be hand delivered together to Tanya Cowan, Alton Blakley Building, Room 301 on the Somerset Campus or Kathy Howard, Building 3, Room 214 on the Laurel Campus North. The deadline to apply is before 4:30 p.m. on April 28, 2017.