There is a national demand for individuals trained in this allied health discipline. Positions are available in hospitals, industry, with private physicians and chiropractors, and clinics. Related jobs can be found in x-ray equipment, manufacturing firms and medical supply companies. Graduates qualify to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Board examination for National Registration as well as New Jersey State Licensure.
Clinical practical experience is provided by rotations at affiliated hospitals providing the “hands-on” experience necessary to perform the tasks of an entry-level radiographer.
Our Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, JRCERT, http://www.jrcert.org/and the Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners, New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of X-ray Compliance/Technologist Certification Section, http://www.state.nj.us/dep/rpp/tec/rtboard.htm.
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RAD 128, RAD 142, RAD 171 and RAD 190
RAD 128, RAD 141, RAD 171 and RAD 190
RAD 128. RAD 141, RAD 142 and RAD 190
RAD 128, RAD 141, RAD 142 and RAD 171
Prerequisite(s): CPR certification for health care professionals, criminal background check, five panel non-DOT drug screening and have completed the health physical and required immunizations.
One year of high school laboratory biology or BIO 010, and one year of high school laboratory chemistry or CHM 010, and appropriate score on the College placement test or MAT 013
Choose one course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Social Science (GE SS).
RAD 128, RAD 141, RAD 142, RAD 171 and RAD 190
RAD 143, RAD 144, RAD 172 and RAD 210
RAD 128, RAD 141, RAD 142, RAD 171 and RAD 190
RAD 139, RAD 144, RAD 172 and RAD 210
RAD 128, RAD 141, RAD 142, RAD 171 and RAD 190
RAD 139, RAD 143, RAD 172 and RAD 210
RAD 128, RAD 141, RAD 142, RAD 171 and RAD 190
RAD 139, RAD 143, RAD 144 and RAD 210
RAD 128, RAD 141, RAD 142, RAD 171 and RAD 190
RAD 139, RAD 143, RAD 144, RAD 172
BIO 111 with a minimum grade of “C”
A continuation of BIO 111. A study of the structure and function of the body is continued by examining the endocrine, reproductive, circulatory, digestive, respiratory and excretory systems.
RAD 139, RAD 143, RAD 144, RAD 172 and RAD 210
RAD 146
RAD 139, RAD 143, RAD 144, RAD 172 and RAD 210
RAD 145
RAD 145 and RAD 146
RAD 145, RAD 146 and RAD 220
RAD 230, RAD 248 and RAD 275
RAD 145, RAD 146 and RAD 220
RAD 230, RAD 247 and RAD 275
RAD 220
RAD 247, RAD 248 and RAD 275
A passing score on the College Placement Test; or a grade of "C" or better in ENG-010 and RDG-011 (RDG-011 can be a co-requisite; or a grade of "C" or better in ESL-097 or ESL-098.
RDG-011 may be taken as a co-requisite if not previously completed with a grade of "C" or better.
Choose one course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Humanities (GE HUM).
Choose one Mathematics course designated in the course descriptions as General Education Math, Science and Technology (GE MST).
RAD 230, RAD 247, RAD 248 and RAD 275
RAD 256 and RAD 285
RAD 230, RAD 247, RAD 248 and RAD 275
RAD 250 and RAD 285
RAD 230, RAD 247, RAD 248 and RAD 275
RAD 250 and RAD 256
A grade of “C” or better in ENG 121
Students may satisfy this requirement with any HED or PED course.
RAD 250, RAD 256 and RAD 285
RAD 256 and RAD 260
Why major in Radiography Education?
There is a national demand for individuals trained in this allied health discipline. Positions are available in hospitals, industry, with private physicians and chiropractors, and clinics. Related jobs can be found in x-ray equipment, manufacturing firms and medical supply companies. Graduates qualify to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Board examination for National Registration as well as New Jersey State Licensure.
What do students learn by studying Radiography Education?
Extensive study in radiographic principles provides students with comprehensive theoretical and practical knowledge and skills. Instruction takes place in well-equipped classrooms, small group study areas and a laboratory area containing three energized radiographic units with an associated film processing room. The laboratory is also equipped to provide experience in computed radiography, Direct Digital Radiography (DDR) and Patient Archive and Communication Systems (PACS). Clinical practical experience is provided by rotations at affiliated hospitals providing the “hands-on” experience necessary to perform the tasks of an entry-level radiographer. The curriculum also includes the general education and science courses required for the Associate in Applied Science degree.
Are there any requirements that must be satisfied before taking courses in the major?
Can a student transfer to a four-year college or university?
Articulation agreements with public and private institutions offer students who earn the A.A.S. degree the opportunity to transfer all of their coursework to the four-year institution. Students in specialized programs, or who earn an A.A.S. degree should discuss the transfer process with an advisor.
How long will it take to complete this degree?
In accordance with NJ State law, this program runs for a minimum of 24 consecutive months. Students must register for major coursework in the summer session of both years. Students can complete the degree in a two-year period.
Once the student is admitted to this major, are there any special requirements?
Students must meet the academic standards of progress outlined to progress through the curriculum. Students are also required to have completed CPR for health care providers, a criminal background check, a five panel non-DOT drug screening and complete the health physical and required immunizations prior to entering the clinical practice phase of the program.
Are there any other things I should consider before I apply?
Yes, there are practical considerations, health considerations and legal considerations that you should review before making the decision to choose radiography technology as a career:
Practical Considerations:
The following Practical Considerations are listed so the student may be better able to assess their career choice in terms of ability to succeed in the program and gain employment in the field:
Health Considerations:
Due to the nature of clinical experiences in the Radiography Education Program, students will be participating in a work environment that has the potential of exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious diseases. All students accepted into Radiography Education are provided with instruction on infection control protocols and Standard Precautions in order to reduce the risk of disease transmission.
Legal Considerations:
A student is required to have a criminal background check performed with satisfactory results acceptable by Middlesex County College and the Radiographic Education Department and/or participating clinical facilities as a consideration of admission, initial enrollment and/or continued enrollment. An offer of admission will not be final and enrollment not permitted until the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. Drug testing is a requirement for the program. Admission may be denied or rescinded or enrollment terminated based on the results of the criminal background check and the drug testing.
Contact Name: Associate Professor James Ferrell, department chair
Contact Phone: 732.906.2583
Contact Email: JFerrell@middlesexcc.edu
Department Web: https://www.middlesexcc.edu/radiography/
Our students transfer to 4-year colleges and universities around the globe. We’ve had students transfer to every state, including Alaska and Hawaii.
The Statewide Transfer Agreement for New Jersey ensures that students who earn an A.A. or A.S. degree at a community college will have those credits fully transferable to a New Jersey public four-year institution, will have completed half of the credits required for a basic four-year degree and will have completed all lower division general education requirements. In addition, articulation agreements are being worked out with institutions granting baccalaureate degrees to facilitate the transfer process. Students should discuss the transfer process with an advisor.
Are you interested in transferring to a school in New Jersey? You can use the tools at NJTransfer.org to see which of your MCC courses will transfer to a specific college.
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