Radiologic Technology

Progression: To meet graduation requirements for this program, students must successfully complete the specified courses listed below with a “C” average (GPA of 2.00) or better. A grade of “C” or higher is required in each RGT course to progress in the program. All RGT coursework must be taken sequentially. In addition, students must establish clinical proficiency each semester.

Application: Application to the Radiologic Technology program is made by indicating Radiology as your program of study on your MCC Admissions Application. The deadline to apply to the Radiology program is June 1.

Minimum Admission Requirements (in addition to general admission requirements):

• Attain an 18 composite score on the ACT;
  and
• Complete Anatomy & Physiology I, with Lab, and College Algebra with a “C” or higher; and
  Have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.00 (“C” average) on all previous college coursework;
  and
• Be at least 18 years of age prior to clinical placement;
  and

• Participate in a mandatory RGT information session during the spring semester of application. The mandatory information session will be scheduled for the prospective student only after all other requirements have been met. Students will receive notice from the registrar’s office about scheduling their information session.

The RGT Admissions Committee will select each semester’s class from the pool of applicants who meet minimum admission requirements. Any application with incomplete records will not be considered for admission.

The admission process is competitive and completion of minimum requirements is not a guarantee of admission. 

Priority consideration for admission will be given as follows:

1. In-district students who complete program prerequisites and/or general education coursework at MCC;
2. Out-of-district students who complete program prerequisites and/or general education coursework at MCC;
3. Mississippi residents who complete program prerequisites and/or general education coursework elsewhere;
4. Out-of-state students. 

 

After program admission and prior to attending clinical rotations, students must provide proof of immunization for MMR. Additionally, students are required to obtain two year healthcare provider CPR training, TB skin test and submit to drug screening after enrollment. These services will be scheduled by MCC program faculty. The student is responsible for the costs of these services.

All students admitted into the Program are required to pay for fingerprinting and background checks, which are performed after admission and prior to clinical assignments.  These fees are attached as registration fees.  There are certain convictions that prevent an individual from being eligible to participate in clinical experiences.  If a student is unable to participate in clinical experiences, he/she is dismissed from the program.  For additional information, please contact the health education counselor or your advisor.

Students in the Radiologic Technology Program must attend MCC full-time (15 or more semester credit hours).

The Radiologic Technology (RGT) program is a nationally accredited program. General Education and Radiography courses comprise the program of study. Clinical experience and instruction is provided in local affiliated radiology centers.

In order to progress in the program, a grade of “75” or better is required in all radiology (RGT) courses. A passing grade must be earned in all other coursework with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.

The program is nationally accredited by the Joint Review Committee  on Education in Radiologic Technology.

The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850 Chicago, Illinois 606-3182
312.704.5300
mail@jrcert.org

Current 8 year accreditation award

The mission of the Meridian Community College Radiologic Technology Program is to serve patients and employers by graduating competent, entry-level radiographers able to function both independently and as team members within the healthcare community.

GOAL ONE

Produce clinically competent students/graduates.

OUTCOME OBJECTIVES:

• Students/Graduates will apply proper positioning skills.
• Students/Graduates will demonstrate an understanding of technical concepts.
• Students/Graduates will apply ALARA radiation safety principles on patients, self, and others.

GOAL TWO

Produce students/graduates who demonstrate proper communication skills.

OUTCOME OBJECTIVES:

• Students/Graduates will demonstrate effective communication with patients, staff and others.

GOAL THREE 

Produce students/graduates who apply critical thinking skills.

OUTCOME OBJECTIVES:

• Students will adapt standard procedures for non-routine patients.
• Students/graduates will critique images to determine diagnostic quality.

GOAL FOUR

Produce students who exhibit ethical principles.

OUTCOME OBJECTIVES:

• Students/graduates will demonstrate proper professional ethics.
• Students/graduates maintain HIPAA/patient confidentiality.

MCC’s Radiologic Technology program is a program that meets the education requirements for a Radiologic Technologist in MS and qualifies graduates to take the certifying examination of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

Determinations about whether the Radiologic Technology program at MCC meets the state education requirements for US States, Territories, and the District of Columbia can be found at Professional Licensure & State Authorization Program Determination Disclosure.