515 - Radiologic Technology (AAS)
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Program Description
The Radiologic Technology Program at Alfred State includes didactic, lab skills preparation and 7 clinical experiences (one 1st semester (observation), one 2nd semester, one over summer, two 3rd semester, and two 4th semester). Clinical experiences in this program include eight clinical hours per week during the first and second semester of study, 24 clinical hours per week in the third and fourth semesters, and a summer clinical that is a 12 week rotation, 8 hours per day/40 hours per week. Clinical placements are in hospitals near Alfred State during the semester. Typically, summer placements are near the students’ home. In some cases, they are near Alfred and summer housing can be coordinated if needed. NOTE: Students are required to provide their own vehicle for transportation for all clinical experiences.
The program currently admits 35 students each year, with a fall semester start date only. Four student placements are reserved for an on-campus curriculum change, with the remaining 31 placements being filled by Admissions.
Program Goals
PROGRAM MISSION STATEMENT
The radiologic technology program embraces the mission and vision statements of Alfred State. It enables students to become competent, efficient, and caring radiographers. The program also has the primary responsibility to ensure that the student has acquired the positive characteristics of dedication to duty, quality care, teamwork, and high ethical standards as they relate to the patient, their families, physicians, and other health care providers. The program embraces the mission and core values of Alfred State in its education of students enrolled in the program.
PROGRAM GOALS (JRCERT)
To develop competent practitioners capable of functioning in the highly technical and dynamic field of radiologic technology.
To develop competent practitioners who demonstrate proficiency in communication skills.
To develop competent practitioners who demonstrate proficiency in critical thinking skills and problem-solving skills.
To develop practitioners who model professionalism.
Program Advantages
Prepares the student for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists’ certification examination and New York State licensure.
Energized laboratory on campus.
Low student-to-faculty ratio.
Major emphasis in the required courses is gaining proficiency in the technical skills necessary for radiologic technology.
Extensive clinical experience in area hospitals.
Professional Outlook
OCCUPATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Hospital Radiology Department staff technologist
Advanced imaging modalities - CT, cardiovascular intervention, mammography
Radiology education
Radiology Department management
Industry
Private physician offices
Continuing Education Opportunities
Alfred State radiologic technology graduates who pass their ARRT exam may enter directly into the imaging sciences BTech with the option of either computed tomography, MRI, or healthcare management concentration. As well, graduates may enter directly into the healthcare management BTech, interdisciplinary studies BTech, or the technology management BBA program.
The program allows graduates to transfer to a two-year program in radiologic science such as ultrasound, advanced radiologic imaging, nuclear medicine, and radiation therapy.
Accreditation Information
ACCREDITATION/CERTIFICATION
The Alfred State College Radiologic Technology (AAS) program is accredited by the
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
(312) 704-5300
Email: mail@jrcert.org
Current length of accreditation award: 8 years. General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter can be found here
Click here to go directly to Alfred State College's program page on the JRCERT webpage.
Certification and Licensure
PROGRAM EFFECTIVNESS DATA
ARRT Examination Pass Rate | |||
Year | Number of Students | Number of Students Passing Exam on the First Attempt | Average 1st time Pass Rate |
Attempting Exam | |||
2021 | 17 | 14 | 82% |
2022 | 14 | 8 | 57% |
2023 | 12 | 7 | 58% |
2024 | 18 | 15 | 83% |
2025 | 26 | 20 | 77% |
5-Yr Avg | 87 | 64 | 73.60% |
Program Completion Data | |||
Year | Number of Students Beginning the | Number of Students Graduating from the Program | Percent Completion |
Program | |||
2021 | 18 | 19 | 95% |
2022 | 14 | 17 | 82% |
2023 | 11 | 12 | 92% |
2024 | 18 | 24 | 75% |
2025 | 24 | 25 | 96% |
5-Yr Avg | 85 | 97 | 88% |
Job Placement Rate | |||
Year | Number of Students Actively Seeking | Number of Students Employed Within 12 Months | Percentage |
Employment | |||
2021 | 16 | 16 | 100% |
2022 | 14 | 14 | 100% |
2023 | 11 | 11 | 100% |
2024 | 17 | 17 | 100% |
2025 | 26 | 25* | 96% |
5-Yr Avg | 84 | 83 | 98.80% |
Alfred State College Employment/Continuing Education (ASC Career Development Office)
% Employed | % Cont Ed | % Comb E&CE | % Knowledge Rate |
88.24% | 11.76% | 100% | 65.38% |
Upon completion of the program, students will earn an AAS and will be eligible to sit for the ARRT Examination in Radiologic Technology.
Licensure and Disclosure Statements
Students must be able to demonstrate technical standards and pass clinical competencies as described by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), recognized by the United States Department of Education as the national accreditation agency of programs for radiographers. Upon graduation, students are prepared to take the American Registry Certification Exam administered by ARRT and be granted New York State licensure through the New York State Department of Health.
Office of Accessibility Services
Students who believe they need a reasonable accommodation to properly participate in this program may contact the Office of Accessibility Services by email at oas@alfredstate.edu or by phone at 607-587-4506. Please keep in mind that some accommodations may take time to implement, so students seeking accommodations are encouraged to contact OAS as early as possible.