Description Perform diagnostic imaging procedures in hospital and clinics Provide patient care while utilizing radiation safety protocols Explore CT, MRI, and other imaging modalities For more information about the program academic calendar, clinical obligations, grading system or graduation requirements, click the link Radiologic Handbook on this Fact Sheet. Program Mission, Goals, & Student Learning Outcomes Program Effectiveness Data 2017-2018 Radiologic Handbook Printable Version evised 06/15/2017 Credentials/Industry Certifications Program graduates who pass the national certification exam given by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) will be certified as a Registered Technologist in Radiography. {ARRT (R)} Prior to applying to the program, please contact the ARRT to determine eligibility if: you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor, felony, or a similar offense in a military court martial; you have had any professional license, permit, registration or certification denied, revoked, suspended, placed on probation, under consent agreement or consent order, voluntarily surrendered or subjected to any conditions or disciplinary actions by a regulatory authority or certification board other than ARRT; you have ever been suspended, dismissed or expelled from an educational program that you attended in order to meet ARRT certification requirements The ARRT may be reached at 1255 Northland Drive, St. Paul, MN 55120; or Phone: (651) 687-0048 Website: https://www.arrt.org/ College Credit
All Tulsa Tech students (high school and adult) may have the opportunity to receive college credit upon completion of their program. Our College Relations office will work with students regarding the benefits of Prior Learning Assessments (PLA) toward an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree or a technical college certificate at area colleges. For more details call the College Relations office at 918.828.5000. Entrance Requirements Adult students only (age 18 or older) High school diploma or G.E.D. Basic computer literacy Certification in Radiologic Technology requires a college degree. This specification was put into place by the ARRT in 2015. Students who want to apply for and take the Radiography program at Tulsa Tech should: 1. Hold an associate degree or higher from an institution recognized by ARRT, or 2. Be close to earning a degree from an institution recognized by ARRT (degree audit required prior to admission) Click here to see the list of ARRT recognized accreditation bodies. Contact the admissions department for more details. Application Process Apply online at tulsatech.edu. Applications can also be obtained in the counseling offices on any of the campuses; at the Career Services Center located on the Memorial Complex; or by calling 918.828.5000. Who Can Attend? Adult Students Scheduling Information
Adults / 22 months (all day) Adult sessions: Mon-Fri: 7:45 A.M. - 2:30 P.M. A new class begins each July and lasts for approximately 22 months. Classroom days are 7:45 am -2:30 pm. Most clinical rotations are scheduled for the daytime hours of 7:30 am to 2:30 pm, three (3) days per week; however, some clinical rotations are scheduled during evening and weekend hours. The program s curriculum is based on two years of full-time study of 2196 hours of contact. Class Starts: July 9, 2018 Contact Info Center at 918.828.5000 for start dates. Employment Opportunities Tulsa Tech builds partnerships with business and industry in the Tulsa area to find opportunities for work-based experiences and student placement. For more information, contact our Career Placement Services at 918.828.5000 Email: hiretulsatechgrads@tulsatech.edu or visit tulsatech.edu. Campus Locations Health Sciences Center 3350 S Memorial Dr Tulsa, OK 74145-1322 918.828.1200 FAX: 918.828.1209 Estimated Tuition, Fees and Books Estimated Tuition Fees: $8,784.00 Additional Required Costs: $2042.01**
**There may be additional required cost as defined in the program handbook. Tuition, fees, career majors, course and hours are subject to change without notice. *There may be additional required costs as defined in the program handbook. Tuition, fees, career majors, courses and hours are ubject to change without notice. Financial Aid Financial assistance is available through several options at Tulsa Tech. For the most up-to-date and complete information on scholarships and grants please visit tulsatech.edu or call 918.828.5000. For federal financial assistance go to: www.fafsa.ed.gov. Area Salary For information concerning working conditions, physical requirements, employment and job outlook please refer to the Occupational Outlook Handbook (OOH) at http://www.bls.gov/ooh/. Salary information can be found at The Occupational Information Network (O*NET) Resource Center at http://www.onetonline.org/. Gainful Employment O*NET_SOC Code: 29-2034.00 Plan of Study Plan of Study Additional Requirements
Prior to the start of the program, students must: Undergo a criminal background check including sex offender registration as required by the Oklahoma Child Care Facilities Licensing Act that requires individuals providing care to children under the age of 18 to be free of any criminal history that would indicate a potential for violent abuse against another person. Information provided on the criminal background check may impact student clinical eligibility. Provide verification of immunizations through vaccination records, titer (blood test) results, or declination statements. A list of specific immunizations may be obtained through the Health Sciences Center by calling 918.828.1216. Have a current American Heart Association CPR for the Healthcare Provider card. Provide transportation to clinical sites. Adult students must pay a liability insurance fee for clinicals. This fee is charged for each Tulsa Tech fiscal year (July 1st to June 30th). Adult students must pay a drug screening fee for clinicals. The drug screening is required for all students and will be completed sometime before clinicals. Adult students must pay a fee to participate in the online immunization tracking system. NOTE: Fees associated with the requirements above are included in tuition/fees/books section Accrediting Agency The Radiologic Technology program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). JRCERT contact information: The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850; Chicago, Illinois 60606-3182; or Phone: (312) 704-5300 Website: http://www.jrcert.org/ Email: mail@jrcert.org Career Majors Radiologic Technologist ourses Patient Care in the Radiologic Sciences Introduction to Radiologic Science & Health Care
Radiographic Procedures I Image Analysis I Human Anatomy and Physiology for Radiography I Clinical Practice IA Ethics & Law in the Radiologic Sciences Core Medical Terminology Radiographic Pathology Radiographic Procedures II Image Analysis II Human Anatomy and Physiology for Radiography II Clinical Practice IB Clinical Practice IIA Imaging Equipment Pharmacology and Venipuncture Radiation Biology Radiation Production & Characteristics Career Prep for Radiography Principles Exposure & Image Clinical Practice IIB Radiation Protection Advanced Imaging Digital Image Acquisition & Display Comprehensive Program Review