EL CAMINO COLLEGE RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM APPLICATION AND PROGRAM INFORMATION AWARDED THE JRCERT MAXIMUM ACCREDIATION OF 8 YEARS !

This Presentation… Is intended to provide information Application process for the Radiologic Technology Program at ECC You can view this entire presentation at

Key Points Program Information How to Apply and who can apply? What classes are needed Is there a waiting list? What does it take to become an R.T.?

RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY A “HIGH TECH” – “HIGH TOUCH” PROFESSION Caring for others Helping others

Radiography of the past and present Film Imaging to DIGITAL IMAGING THE PROFESSION & SKILL LEVELS ARE CHANGING!

Digital Imaging is here at ECC 1 st College to get digital

Different Types of RT Programs University-based College-based Hospital-based Military Commercial Schools

EL CAMINO COLLEGE IS SIMILAR TO THIS MODEL RT Programs Didactic and Clinical Education DIDACTIC CLASSES CLINICAL LABS Some Programs SIMILAR TO THIS MODEL

To get the List of RADIOGRAPHY SCHOOLS (in California)

Questions to ask programs… What is your accreditation & how long? What is your pass rate for ARRT? How many students find jobs after graduation? How many students start and finish? What are your costs to attend? How many faculty & clinical sites? Do you have a website?

RAD TECH PROGRAM ORGANIZATIONAL CHART (2007)

EL CAMINO COLLEGE RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM 2 years of Radiologic Technology Program courses –INCLUDES CLASSES ON CAMPUS –WORKING/ TRAINING UNDER SUPERVISION AT THE CLINICAL SITES (HOSPITALS) WITH PATIENTS FULL TIME / DAYTIME* PROGRAM – Monday TO Friday *7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (approximate) –DEPENDING ON THE SEMESTER OF ATTENDANCE

ECC GRADUATE WITH A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree Radiologic Technology Certificate –Eligible to take national certification –Eligible to get state license

The Program is JRCERT accredited Step 1: ARRT: National Certification –Graduates are eligible to apply for certification exam for ARRT (R.T.) Step 2: California Licensure –California Department of Public Health: Radiologic Health Branch (C.R.T.) & (R) (F) Passing the ARRT exam and licensure is necessary for employment.

Supervision of Students Clinical Instructors Direct supervision –Until students demonstrate competency Indirect Supervision –Once competency is demonstrated

LAB PRACTICE

Student Mentors: LAB

Image Review and Critique

What can you do NOW to prepare for a career in the Health Sciences? COURSE REQUIREMENTS

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE? IN ABOUT 3 – 4 YEARS –1-2 years general education courses 2 years in the RT program –MUST BE 24 MONTHS FOR FULL ACCREDIATION

HOW MUCH $$$$$$ To attend ECC $26/unit End of program = 91 units + ( $ ) APPROXIMATE PROGRAM TOTAL = $3,000 High School (210 units) = free University $110/unit to $1000/unit Private RT Schools ~ $15,000 to - $30,000

Application Prerequisites Anatomy 32 - Principles of Human Anatomy (4 units) Physiology 31 - Human Physiology (4units) –OR Anatomy 34A & 34B RTEC A - Introduction to Radiologic Technology (3 units) Psychology 5 - General Psychology (3 units) Computer Information Systems13 – Intro to Computers (3 units) Math 70,73 or 80 –Intermediate Algebra (4 units) (as of 8/2009) English 1A – Reading and Composition (4 units) Medical Terminology (3 units) Humanities Course (3 units) Contemporary Health, PE (3 units) Total Units 40 **Equivalent Courses may be taken at other colleges : Meet with a Counselor for Articulation with ECC

Anatomy & Physiology MUST BE A TOTAL OF 8 UNITS Combo classes of 4, 5 or 6* units WILL NOT meet the requirement (ex. Anatomy 30) With a 6 unit you may be able to get a credit for Physiology –But will still have to take a 4 unit Anatomy class

Community College Program note new req for AS of Fall 2009 Complete GENERAL EDUCATION CLASSES: English 1A Math 40 (beginning Algebra) As of FALL 2009 – Intermediate Algebra (70) now: 73 or 80) (Social Science) History or Poli Sci * As if FALL 2009 removed the social and behavioral science course only 1 course is required and it would be satisfied by taking Psychology 5. Humanities (? now Hum 1 ok) P. E or Health Class (SEE WORKSHEET ON WEBSITE or back of handout)

Suggested Ed Plan: Complete prerequisites Meet with counselor for course completion and GPA Complete application –Page 1-2 you fill out –Pages 3-4 counselor fills out –Pages 5-6 filled out by application committee –With all supporting documents 3 letters of recommendation Copy of DL and school ID 2 self addressed stamped envelopes

Courses taken at other colleges? Download Application and take pages 3-4 to counselors – Chris Jefferies, Janice Ishikawa, Rene Lozano or Kelsy Ilino Continuous vs. New Student requirements

FAQ’S: WAITING LIST? NO – the process has changed this year Application are accepted during early Spring Applicants are notified in June –Summer orientation (MANDATORY) New class begins in Fall Semester

Recommendations Anatomy should be taken within 5 years from start of Program Refresher course in Anatomy or RTEC A Take courses to transfer to BS program

Extra Points How do I increase my possibility of getting into the program?

GPA points points points points points STUDY! STUDY! STUDY!

Previous academic degrees or diplomas, or completion of additional courses for personal enrichment –BS/ BA ( 5 points) –AS/AA ( 3 points) –PE 201: Adaptive PE ( 3 points) –ESL 51 B or C (2 points) –Public Speaking course : Communication 1 or equivalent ( 1 point) Maximum total: 10 points

Relevant health care certificates held by an applicant, or volunteer or observation hours credits LVN RN, or other health care professions (5 points) Limited XT ( 5 points) –Work experience above 1000 hours + 10 points Observation hours (up to 3 points) Volunteer (heath care related) (2 points) Maximum total: 10 points

Relevant Life experiences or special circumstances of an applicant A need to work (3 points) Proficiency in a language other than English (2 points) Veteran Status ( 5 points) Maximum points : 5 points

CLINICAL AFFILIATES Little Company of Mary – Torrance Little Company of Mary – San Pedro Santa Monica Medical Center Centinela – Freeman & Marina Campus Torrance Memorial Medical Center California Hospital Medical Center Kaiser Permanente Harbor City

Who Can Apply Those who meet application requirements Prior to ACCEPTANCE to the Program: –Health Check –Background Check – for Clinical (JCAHO) –“Pre- application” is possible

SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING A.R.R.T. CERTIFICATION ELIGIBILITY Students must comply with the “Rules of Ethics” contained ARRT Standard of Ethics. The A.R.R.T. may deny applications for certification if the applicant has been found guilty of dishonesty, fraud, deceit, acts which deceive the public, felony, child abuse, sex offender crimes; acts involving narcotics, dangerous drugs or devices, assault and/or battery and other crimes.

SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING A.R.R.T. CERTIFICATION ELIGIBILITY Applicants having questions regarding limitations related to licensure should contact: THE AMERICAN REGISTRY OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGISTS 1255 NORTHLAND DRIVE ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA TEL: (651) Web Site: For a Pre-Application Packet $75.00

Acceptance into the program… Mandatory Orientation Summer before program starts

HEALTH FORMS Background check– Criminal history Health/ Physical TB Test (annually) Hepatitis B Vaccine or waiver Influenza Vaccine or waiver Physical Fitness Up to date immunizations –MMR, varicella etc.

Approximate Costs to Start the Program ~$ Textbooks Total: ~ $ st yr 1 st semester ~ $ nd year Uniforms ~ $ 200 Health Physical & Tests ~ $ 200 CPR card ~ $ 50 Background Check ~ $ 50 Other Supplies ~ $ 50 Tuition, etc (20/unit x 12 units) ~300

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN TO DO: Communicate Deliver Exceptional Patient Care Perform Radiographic Exams Challenge Yourself Make New Friends Learn Lots Of Information! – Develop Yourself More Than You Could Ever Realize!

RAD TECH PROGRAM COURSES ANATOMY POSITIONING RADIATION PHYSICS RADIATION PROTECTION RADIATION PRINCIPLES PATIENT CARE IMAGE PRODUCTION FILM CRITIQUE ETHICS PATHOLOGY SPECIAL PROCEDURES VENIPUNCTURE CLINICAL HOURS

RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM COURSES FIRST YEAR 1st Semester/ Units 2nd Semester/ Units 3rd Summer / Units Clinical R.T R.T R.T hrs arranged : ( hrs/wk) (24 hrs/week) (35 hrs/week) Academic R.T R.T R.T SECOND YEAR 4th Semester /Units 5th Semester/ Units 6th Summer / Units Clinical R.T R.T R.T hrs arranged : (24hrs/wk) (24 hrs/week) (40 hrs/week) Academic R.T R.T R.T R.T R.T POST SESSION 7th. Semester Units (First 8 weeks of Fall Semester) Clinical & Review Class R.T hrs arranged : (24hrs/wk for 8 weeks + 3 hrs/ wk on campus review)

Want to be successful? Outside Job –LESS THAN 16 hrs per week Healthy –Rest, exercise and eat well –Helps you COMBAT ILLNESS Support system Back up Plan –CHILDCARE –CAR PROBLEMS

What can you do while waiting to start the program?

Recommendations for preparation while waiting  THEATER ARTS – ACTING CLASS  BEGINNING SPEECH CLASS  ADAPATIVE PE ASSISSTANT CLASS (PE 201) ESL – Language & Communication classes VOLUNTEER (Observation) HOURS IN A RADIOLOGY DEPARTMENT

More Suggestions While waiting to start the program: WORK & SAVE YOUR $$$$$$$ –Recommended not to work more than 16 – 20 hours per week outside of program FULL TIME – DAY TIME PROGRAM Monday – Friday ( No weekends) 7:00 AM – 7:00PM Optional 1 -2 weeks of evening shift last summer semester in the program

Early years in Radiologic Technology Nurses or nurses aides taught how to “take an x-ray” NO special education Only “ON THE JOB” training Experience the best teacher

What is a RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST? An important member of the HEALTH CARE TEAM Uses RADIATION to create IMAGES of the human body for medical diagnosis and treatment of disease or illness

Radiologic Technologists are the largest group of allied health professionals in the country Did You Know...?

What does an RT do? Performs radiographic exams to help in diagnosis and treatment of diseases, injury and illnesses

How RADIOGRAPHS (X-RAYS) ARE MADE X-rays created in an x-ray tube –controlled by the technologist Patient is placed into a position to see the anatomy best Radiation passes through and leaves an impression on the film inside of the x-ray cassette

X-rays can provide information about: Obstructions (blockage) Tumors Fractures Other diseases & illnesses

The Radiologic Technologist Role Preserve life Avoiding further harm Obtaining further medical assistance Knowing when assistance is warranted (most important)

DIVERSITY EXAMS & PEOPLE PATIENTS ARE: INFANTS ELDERLY ALL CLASSES ALL ETHICITY ALL BACKGROUND HEAD TO TOES TRAUMA SPECIAL PROCEDURES CRITICAL PATIENTS WALK INS SURGERY

ALL PATIENTS

HEAD INJURIES It is not the radiologic technologist responsibility to diagnose, but it is useful to have basic knowledge for assessment purposes

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Have more Questions?? Mina Colunga Program Website: sciences/radiologictech/ Thank you!