Radiologic Sciences

Radiography

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DEGREE: Associate of Science in Radiography

ACADEMIC FEATURES:
Radiographers are essential members of the health care team. They are expert in the performance of examinations requiring the use of x-rays and skilled in the use of highly complex machinery. Their responsibility is to produce a quality x-ray image (radiographs) of the internal parts of the body for diagnostic interpretation by a physician (radiologist).

At Indiana University Northwest, a two-year (full-time only) associate degree in radiography is offered to individuals who meet the admission requirements. Enrollment is limited.

PROGRAM MISSION AND GOALS

RADIOGRAPHY COURSE SEQUENCE

Two-Year Sequence

*Core course: A grade of C (2.0) or higher is needed before enrolling in subsequent core courses and before graduation. A description of these courses can be found in the Indiana University Northwest Bulletin.

General education courses (those without the RADS designation) can be taken before being admitted to the program.

PROGRAM SPECIAL FEATURES:

The radiography curriculum consists of general education courses, technical courses in radiography, and clinical experience at local hospitals. Clinical experience occur in local hospitals, including the Community Hospitals in Munster, IU Health LaPorte Hospital in LaPorte, Methodist Hospital of Gary Inc., in Gary and Merrillville, Porter Hospital in Valparaiso, Franciscan Saint Anthony Health: Crown Point, Franciscan Saint Anthony Health: Michigan City, Franciscan Saint Margaret Health in Hammond, and St. Mary Medical Center in Hobart

Upon completion of the program, students become eligible to take the national certification exam offered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

FACULTY FEATURES:

Arlene Adler , M.Ed., RT(R), Professor and Program Director
  [[rjjones,Robin J. Jones]], M.S., R.T.(R), Clinical Coordinator
 [[vbelac,Vesna Balac]], B.S., R.T.(R), Lecturer  

ACCREDITATION:

The Radiography Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
(JRCERT)

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT:

Apply and be admitted to Indiana University Northwest.

After being admitted to the University, apply to the Radiography Program by completing an application online by January 15.

Phone: (219) 980-6540

Web: http://www.iun.edu/~nwacadem/radnw/rad

ADMISSION POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

CAREER OPTIONS:

Radiographers find employment in medical settings ranging from doctors' offices to large medical centers. Some radiographers seek employment in industry or in the marketing and sales of x-ray products. Radiographers can specialize in areas such as cardiovascular interventional technology, ultrasound, computerized tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, nuclear medicine, radiation therapy, education, and administration. For the most part, specialization requires additional course work.

The associate degree can also be used to transfer into a baccalaureate program in radiologic sciences. Alternatively, the student may choose to pursue a degree in health services administration or health occupations education. Baccalaureate programs require completion of at least two additional years of study.