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Radiologic Technology Program
THE SPRING 2013 APPLICATION PERIOD CLOSED ON MAY 3, 2013
The next APPLICATION PERIOD will be APRIL 2014
THE 2013 Applicants will be notified by email by the Program Director by
June 30, 2013 if they made the "top 35" or not (Please do not contact the other Rad Tech Faculty or Counselors - the notifications are made by the Program Director, Mrs. Charman
THERE WILL BE 2 MANDATORY ORIENTATIONS this Summer for the APPLICANTS who have been PROVISIONALLY ACCEPTED:
ALL TOP 35 applicants must attend the
1st ORIENTATION on JULY 29, 2013 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
in the RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY CLASSROOM :MBA 401
The TOP 24 provisionally accepted students will be required to attend the 2nd Orientation:
AUG 20, 2013 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
in the RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY CLASSROOM :MBA 401
For information about how to apply to the Radiologic Technology Program - please click on the Application Procedure link on the left side.
DIVISION OF HEALTH, SCIENCES & ATHLETICS
El Camino College - Radiologic Technology Program
Mission, Goals & Student Learning Outcome Assessment
RT Course Evaluation form - List of the courses needed to apply to the program
Please review ALL of the information on the left side links. If you have further questions you send an email to radtech@elcamino.edu
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Radiologic Technology (Medical X-ray)
This program is a diagnostic medical radiography program leading to an A.S. Degree and eligibility to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technology Registry Exam (ARRT) for an R.T. license.
Once the graduate obtains the ARRT (R) licensure and the CRT (RT) certification from the CDPH-RHB in California, the graduate can apply for employment as a fully licensed and certified Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist.
Once the student graduate receives the ARRT (R), and CRT(R) they may apply to take the Fluoroscopy Permit License exam. After successful completion of the fluoroscopy exam, the RT will received the CDPH-RHB CRT (R,F) certification.
Note: At this time, the El Camino College Radiologic Technology Program does not offer specialized courses in FLUOROSCOPY for a State License. The fluoroscopy courses are integrated within the Program Courses.
Note: This program does not offer separate courses in Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, MRI or CT. These are considered advance degree courses that can be taken after completion of the ECC RT Program
The Associate in Science (A.S.) Degree Radiologic Technology program is twenty-five months in length. The program consists of four regular semesters, two eight week summer sessions, and one eight week post session.The clinical (hospital) training portion of the program parallels the academic courses. Satisfactory completion of degree and certificate requirements qualifies students for State and National Certification examinations.
The Radiologic Technology Program is fully accredited, having met requirements of The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), and the Radiologic Health Branch of the California Department of Health Services.
Note: Radiologic Technology Program Courses must be taken in sequence, and each course must be completed with a minimum grade of "C". Applicants with prior training or experience in Radiologic Technology may petition for credit by examination for RT-A, RT#111, RT#106, and RT#107. Each applicant will be evaluated on an individual basis.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS - Please see link for Application Process on left side
GPA of 2.25+; (Post high school courses). See Course Evaluation Sheet for required courses
ADMISSION INTO THE PROGRAM
Students are admitted into the program by an application process. Effective 2011 the application process is by annual submission - the waiting list for applications has been eliminated.
A limited number of students are admitted into the program annually. Class size is determined by the availability of clinical space. Qualified applicants may submit their applications during the open application period during the Spring Semester. Clinical on the applicatin link on the left side for more information
Applicants must complete all General Education and Program Major courses to receive the maximum points available for their coursework on the application.
PROCEDURE FOR ADMISSION into the Program
Students must also pass a background check and physical exam before being placed at the Clinical Facilities.
TB testing and a current BLS-CPR certification is also required
Note: There is a mandatory orientation class in the summer prior to starting the program in the Fall – students accepted into the program will be notified of the time and day.
TRANSFER CREDIT
Students wishing to transfer from another Radiologic Technology program must contact the Program Director for assessment. Advanced standing will be determined following the submission and evaluation of course descriptions, official transcripts, and verification of clinical experience.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY DEGREE & CERTIFICATE CURRICULUM
Students must have been accepted into the Radiologic Technology Program prior to enrollment in Radiologic Technology courses (except RT A). The students are expected to complete the program in twenty five months from the time of starting.
FIRST YEAR
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1st Semester / Units |
2nd Semester / Units |
3rd Summer / Units |
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| Clinical |
R.T. 106 / 4 |
R.T. 107 / 7 |
R.T. 104/2 & R.T 109/2 |
| Hrs arranged |
(12 - 15 hrs/wk) |
(24 hrs/wk) |
(32 hrs/wk) |
| Academic |
R.T. 111 / 4 |
R.T. 124 / 4 |
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R.T. 123 / 4 |
Note: RT 122 has been replaced with RT 123 and RT 124
SECOND YEAR
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4th Semester / Units |
5th Semester / Units |
6th Summer / Units |
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| Clinical |
R.T. 217 / 7 |
R.T. 218 / 7 |
R.T. 216 / 2 & R.T.220 /3 |
| Hrs arranged |
(24 hrs/wk) |
(24 hrs/wk) |
(36 hrs/wk) |
| Academic |
R.T. 233 / 3 |
R.T. 255 / 4 |
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R.T. 244 / 4 |
R.T. 91 / 2 |
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R.T. 93 / 1 |
POST SESSION
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7th Semester / Units |
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| Clinical |
R.T. 328 / 4.5 |
| Hrs arranged |
(24 hrs wk for 8 weeks + |
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3 hrs wk on campus review |
Note: 7th Semester is first 8 weeks of Fall Semester.
REQUIREMENTS FOR R.T. & A.S. DEGREE COMPLETION
In addition to the pre-requisite classes, it is expected that the courses below be completed before beginning the Radiologic Technology Program. (see current ECC college catalog)
New AS Degree Changes as of Fall 2009
| MAJOR (minimum grade of "C" | GENERAL EDUCATION |
| CIS 13 | ENGLISH 1A |
| PSYCHOLOGY 5 | MATH 70,73 or 80(or higher) |
| Medical Terminology 1 | HUMANITIES (1 course) |
| CONT. HEALTH #1, P.E. (3 units) | |
* SPECIAL NOTE *
REGARDING A.R.R.T. CERTIFICATION ELIGIBILITY
Students must comply with the “Rules of Ethics” contained in the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists' (ARRT) Standard of Ethics.
The “Rules of Ethics” are minimally acceptable standards of professional conduct for all presently Registered Technologists and Applicants.
The “Rules of Ethics” are intended to promote the protection, safety and comfort of patients.
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.
Applicants having questions regarding limitations related to licensure should contact:
THE AMERICAN REGISTRY OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGISTS 1255 NORTHLAND DRIVE ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA 55120-1155 TEL: (651) 687-0048 Web Site: www.arrt.org For a Pre-Application Packet
RE: Requests for Criminal Background Checks as of January 2004, the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Hospitals Organizations (JCAHO) added a new standard for its accreditations involving personal background checks on all persons involved in direct patient care, which can include employees, volunteers and students. HR 1.20 & Title 5, section 58106 allows districts to establish limitations on enrollment for various reasons including to protect health and safety.
Effective Fall 2005 semester, CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS for all newly admitted students will be implemented. Successful completion of a criminal background check is required for admission and continuation in all Health Sciences Programs. JCAHO requires verification of competency of all individuals who have direct contact with patients or employees; this includes students doing clinical rotations in the facility. Competency extends beyond technical skills to an individual's criminal history. The criminal background check policy and procedure for meeting this mandated prerequisite is available from the Program Director. The student shall be responsible paying any associated costs of a criminal background check. The Radiologic Technology Program background checks are arranged through the Program Director.
Congratulations to the Class of 2012
& 100% pass rate on their registry exams!
Allied Health and Nursing Pass Rates
Estimated Average Annual Earnings in California: $50,000 - $65,000
More questions? Email us at RadTech@elcamino.edu
Graduate Examination Statistics:
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YEAR of COMPLETION |
# Students taking ARRT EXAM (1st attempt) |
ECC Students AVE SCORE |
NATIONAL AVERAGE SCORE |
ECC Students PASS RATE % |
NATIONAL AVERAGE PASS RATE |
STATE FLUORO EXAM PASS RATE (1st attempt) |
% SEEKING & FOUND EMPLOYMENT WITHIN 6 MONTHS |
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2000 |
13 |
82.4% |
83.1 |
85% |
88.7 |
100 % |
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2001 |
18 |
85.4% |
83.3 |
95% |
88.3 |
100 % |
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2002 |
13 |
84.2% |
83.0 |
93% |
88.4 |
100 % |
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2003 |
11 |
82.5% |
83.1 |
91% |
88.6 |
91% |
100 % |
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2004 |
17 |
83.4% |
83.9 |
95% |
88.8 |
100% |
100 % |
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2005 |
16 |
85.9% |
84.8 |
100% |
89.4 |
100% |
100 % |
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2006 |
17 |
88.3% |
84.8 |
100% |
90.5 |
100% * |
100 % |
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2007 |
21 |
90.2% |
84.7 |
100% |
90.8 |
100% |
100 % |
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2008 |
18 |
87.3 % |
84.6 |
100% |
91.0 |
100% |
90% |
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2009 |
15 |
91.1 % |
84.8 |
100% |
91.4 |
97% |
80% |
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2010 |
18 |
90.2% |
84.9 |
100% |
92.4 |
100% |
80% |
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2011 |
13 |
89.1% |
85% |
100% |
94% |
100% |
80% |
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2012 |
15 |
90.5% |
85% |
100% |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
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RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY FACULTY & GENERAL INFORMATION:
Please review ALL of the information on the left side links. If you have further questions you send an email to radtech@elcamino.edu
The Radiologic Technology Classroom has moved to the new building- MBA 401
All RT Faculty Spring 2013 Office hours
Program Faculty :
Director: Dawn N. Charman, M.Ed., R.T
Office: MBA 417D
Faculty Web Page : www.elcamino.edu/faculty/dcharman
Email: RadTechDirector@elcamino.edu (for student emails)
Phone: (310) 660-3593 ext 3247
Interim Clinical Coordinator: Mina Colunga , B.S.R.T.
Office: MBA 431Faculty Web Page : www.elcamino.edu/faculty/mcolunga
Email: mcolunga@elcamino.edu
Phone: (310) 660-3593 ext 3030
Temporary Full Time Instructor: Colleen McFaul,B.S.R.T.
Office : MBA 433
Faculty Web Page : www.elcamino.edu/faculty/cmcfaul
Email: cmcfaul@elcamino.edu
Phone: (310) 660-3593 ext 5901
Clinical Educators & Part time Faculty:
Sivi Carson, B.S., R.T. Arshad Fazalbhoy, B.S., R.T.
Naveed Hussain, B.S.,R.T. Valentino Lopez, A.S., RT
Derek Troung, B.S., R.T. Kelly Holt, MSRT
Matt Trites, R.T.
Please refer to the facutly web pages for current office hours and course information
The Radiologic Technology Program at El Camino College is a diagnostic medical radiography program leading to an A.S. Degree and eligibility to take licensing examinations for the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) R.T. (R), and certification by the State of California, Radiologic Health Branch for Radiography (C.R.T) and Fluoroscopy (F).
This program does not offer separate courses in only fluoroscopy for state certification. The fluoroscopy courses are integrated within the Program Courses. This program does not offer courses for certification in Mammography, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, MRI or Computed Tomography (CT).
The Associate in Science (A.S.) Degree Radiologic Technology program is a minimum of twenty-five months in length. The Program begins a new class of students each FALL semester. The program consists of four regular semesters (Fall and Spring), two eight week Summer sessions, and one Fall semester post session.
The clinical (hospital) internship parallels the academic courses. Satisfactory completion of all academic and clinical competencies for the degree and certification requirements qualifies students for State and National Certification examinations.
The Radiologic Technology Program is fully accredited, having met requirements of The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), and the California Department of Public Health, Radiologic Health Branch (CDPH-RHB).
Radiologic Technology Program Courses must be taken in sequence, and each course must be completed with a minimum grade of "C" to continue into the next semester and remain in the program.
For more information - click on the link on the left "About the Program"
Guidelines on How to get started:
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Enroll in RTEC-A Introduction to Radiologic Technology at El Camino College.
This course provides a basic introduction to Radiologic Technology as a profession and the foundation skills necessary to prepare students who are planning to enter the A.S. Degree Program. Course subject material includes: Careers in Radiologic Technology and Advanced Modalities, Film/Screen and Digital Imaging Principles, Radiation Protection, Radiographic Quality, Radiation Exposure and Safety, Patient Care, Medical Malpractice, Professional Ethics, and Introduction to Radiographic Examinations.
This course is a required pre-requisite course. This course is offered in the Spring and Fall semesters only. It meets for 3.4 hours, one day per week, for 16 weeks. There are usually 2 or 3 sections offered per semester. Check the ECC Schedule of classes for specific course days and times.
Regarding Transfer courses: RTEC-A course is a pre-requisite for the RT Program - and must be completed at El Camino College - Introductory courses taken at other institutions will not be considered for transfer, but may be considered towards additional points on the application - see application instructions for details.
Note: If you have taken and passed previous Radiology Courses, then you may be able to enroll in the RTEC A course during the spring semester that you file the application, but this must be approved by the Program Director prior to the Spring Semester. You must have an in-progress form completed by the instructor, and must be passing the class with a grade of "B" or better at the time the RT application is filed. You must include the "in-progress" report form with your RT application.
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Download the Application Information packet on the left -
This form can be used as your academic plan to enter the radiology program and evaluate any college courses you may have already completed towards an A.S or higher degree.
You will need the new application form and your OFFICIAL transcripts on file in the RECORDS office, when you meet with one of the counselors listed below to have your coursework and GPA evaluated for the application .
Counselors for Rad Tech evaluations Spring 2012-2013 are:
Janice Ishikawa, Kelsey Iino or Chris Jeffries
Drop In Counseling Appointments
(April 15 - May 3,2013)
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Take the R.T. course evaluation form and application form along with your transcripts with you to the appointment with the counselor.
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The ECC counselors can check your previous course work for articulation with the ECC A.S. degree requirements.
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If courses the general education courses were taken at another college, the counselor can evaluate for articulation
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Read the other links on the left side for additional information.
For more information about the program - click on the link on the left side "About the program" rev. 7/2011