Radiologic Technology Program Information

• The application deadline is February 1 of each admission cycle.
• Classes for the program begin in September and are offered during the day only.
• All required items must be submitted together to the Admissions Office with the Application Checklist.
  Radiologic Technology Checklist
• New Students to Massasoit should submit a fillable pdf paper application. Massasoit students currently enrolled in a degree program should submit the application for selective admissions. (Even if you have submitted them in the past.)
• Submit documentation of high school graduation, GED/HiSET, or other state approved equivalency credential (transcript or diploma). All foreign high school transcripts must be evaluated. (Even if you have submitted them in the past.)
  List of International Evaluation Companies
• Submit all official college transcripts from other institutions attended. International college or university transcripts must be evaluated by a certified evaluation company and submitted along with an original college or university transcript from your home University.
• Attend the REQUIRED Information Session (The time limit for attending an Info Session is one year). You may submit an application AFTER attending an Information Session.
• Meet the Biological Principles prerequisite. Note that there is no time limit for science courses for this program.
• Submit ATI TEAS test results. All TEAS tests must be the current version and must be taken in-person. (Please register for the test at www.atitesting.com)
  TEAS Test Dates (PDF)
• Work Experience Letter (Optional)
• Complete application packages must be received by the deadline date. Application packages received after the deadline date will not be reviewed and will be returned.
• All applicants will be scored using the rubric.
  Radiologic Technology Rubric
• Priority consideration will be given to students who have successfully completed Anatomy and Physiology I, Anatomy and Physiology II, College Algebra or higher and the Liberal Arts courses. There is no time limit for science courses for this program.
  Note: In the event of a tie score, points will be weighted in the following order: those from the Science/Math block first; those from the Social Science/English block next; and then those from the Healthcare Experience Letter.

Again, you must submit all of your admissions application materials together. The admission committee will review only files of candidates for admission that are complete.

Students wishing to transfer from an accredited 2-year Radiography Program may make an application to the College using standard procedure.

Massasoit Community College Transfer Credit Policy

• In addition to regular tuition and fees, students are responsible for the purchase of uniforms, books, health insurance, protective eye-wear and other associated costs.
• Students must also possess reliable transportation to and from clinical assignments.
• Cost information will be found in PAYING for COLLEGE for each semester. Financial Aid/Refund Policies/Withdrawal and other policies the Rad program obeys by the college policies and procedures.

In addition to the college tuition and fees cost, the Radiologic Technology Program requirements additional costs a student must bear while in the program. They are the following:

• Prior to start of Program
  • CPR: $20.00 to $40.00 or Free.
  • Immunizations: Fees vary depending on the immunization needed and the student’s insurance coverage
• During Program
  • Health Insurance: Cost vary depending on the insurance company and coverage selected
  • Malpractice Insurance: $14.00/academic year
  • Books/e-books: approximately $1500.00 –
  • Uniforms + Accessories: approximately $250.00/academic year
  • Clinical Record-Keeping – TRAJECSYS: $150.00
  • Health Record-Keeping: $50.00
  • Society Dues/Conference: $150.00
• After Graduation
  • National/State Examination Fees: ARRT: $220.00
  • State License application and State Licensing Fee: $75.00 + $150.00 for total of $225.00

The 4 credit “Biological Principles” course is a prerequisite for Anatomy and Physiology I and II. For additional information see information on “How to Apply” in the General Program Information page

*Classes may be completed prior to applying for the Radiologic Technology Program. It is strongly urged that students complete these prerequisite classes which are used prior to applying in the Rubric that you will find under the Radiologic Technology Link. If a student wishes to take prerequisite courses first, applying into a Liberal Arts Associate Degree Program to do so is a good option.

Priority consideration is given to students who apply with Anatomy and Physiology I&II, English I&II, General Psychology or Principles of Sociology and College Algebra or higher with a grade of “B” or better.

Students contemplating a career in Radiology must be aware that if they have ever been convicted by a court of law, their records will be subject to review by the ARRT examination board. The Radiologic Technology program awards the A.S. Degree upon completion of 26 courses and a minimum of 74 credits.

Passing grades for all Radiologic Technology courses is 78%. A student earning a grade less than 78% will receive a grade of “F”. Failure of a Radiologic Technology course necessitates reversion to non-matriculating status since courses are sequential and are offered once per year. Students may reapply to the program, and repeat a failed course, once, on a space-available basis.

Students who fail the same Radiologic Technology course twice, or who fail two Radiologic Technology courses, will not be readmitted to the Radiologic Technology Program.

Students who fail the National Registry Exam (ARRT) ‘the number of retakes (3) that the ARRT is declaring’ and have completed the Radiologic Technology Program and have been awarded a degree, cannot repeat the program again at the same college.

Freshman Year – Semester I Monday / Wednesday (4.5 hours) Day Shifts – 8:00am to 12:30pm
Freshman Year – Semester II Monday / Wednesday (4.5 hours) Day Shifts – 8:00am to 12:30pm
Summer No Classes Only Clinical

Sophomore Year – Semester I Tuesday / Thursday (4.5 hours) Day Shifts – 8:00am to 12:30pm
Sophomore Year – Semester II Tuesday / Thursday (4.5 hours) Day Shifts – 8:00am to 12:30pm

Clinical Experience courses are sequential and graded on a Pass/Fail basis. A “Pass” grade must be received in each clinical course prior to advancement to the next level. A “Pass” grade is achieved by 100% completion of assigned clinical objectives/competencies as documented by the Clinical Coordinator and Instructor.

Incomplete Grades: Earned Incompletes (I) which are not made up prior to the beginning of the next course level will necessitate reversion to non-matriculating status. Students must complete the incomplete work and then apply for re-admission to the program on a space-available basis.

Students are assigned to Clinical Affiliations for two days a week during the Freshman academic year and three days a week during the Sophomore Year. A 10-week five day a week summer clinical experience is also required. Sophomore students must complete Clinical Experience III, two alternate shifts and up to five alternate shifts during Clinical Experience IV. An alternate shift is described as an evening/and or weekend clinical practicum and one that provides the students with unique learning experiences.

Freshman Year – Semester I Tuesday / Thursday (15 hours) Day Shifts – 8:00am to 3:30pm
Freshman Year – Semester II Tuesday / Thursday (15 hours) Day Shifts –8:00am to 3:30pm
Summer Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday/Friday (37.5 Hours) Day Shifts – 8:00am to 3:30pm
Sophomore Year – Semester I Monday / Wednesday / Friday (22.5 Hours) Day Shifts 8:00am to 3:30pm
Sophomore Year – Semester II Monday / Wednesday / Friday (22.5 Hours) Day Shifts with evening and weekend shifts –8:00am to 3:30pm or evening from 3:30pm to 10:30pm

NOTE: SOME OF OR CLINICAL SITES MAY START AT 7:30am TO 3:00pm AND SOME WILL START AT 8:00am TO 3:30pm

If college is closed: No classes No Clinical.

Yes, you can! There are many ways that students can look more impressive on paper.

On Paper: Your letter of intent should include some of the previously suggestions. It should also demonstrate good writing skills. It should be typed and after you have typed it have someone look it over for correct spelling and punctuation.

While you are waiting to be accepted into a class for the next September semester, take all of the prerequisites needed for Radiology. If you have completed all prerequisites, take more Liberal Arts classes that may be beneficial to your application. For example (language, sciences).

If you have done poorly in a math or any of the science courses, you might want to consider retaking the course. A poor grade (C or lower) may not be your academic norm and personal reasons could have played havoc on your grade. Math and the science courses are areas in which applicants must be strong to be considered for the program.

Take a look at the Rubric the Admissions is using to accept.

You are welcome to reapply to the program the following year. Get in touch with one of the Admissions Counselor.

Health

Students are required to complete a health evaluation, including the Hepatitis B immunization series and all immunizations. MUST provide proof. Students are responsible for the cost of the physical exam and the Hepatitis immunization series.

Students accepted into the program will receive a packet from the program director that contains material that must be completed and /or returned by July 1st for the September date of the beginning of classes:

• CPR certification
• Physical examination by their physician
• The Health Sciences Division’s Health Form
• Verification of ALL Immunization series or positive testing required to attend the clinical site.

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;
• Sufficient gross and fine motor coordination to respond promptly and to implement the skills, including the manipulation of heavy motorized 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;
• Sufficient intellectual and emotional functions to plan and implement care for individuals

CPR

Students are required to be CPR Certified at the Health Care Provider/ Professional Rescuer level prior to the start of clinical courses.

CORI/SORI

Students interested in participation in this academic program may be required to undergo a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) check and is performed through the Criminal Systems History Board according to EEOH guidelines. With some sites may implementing drug screening.