Radiologic Technology Certificate
Division: Health Science
PROGRAM CODE: 1C21114
Financial Aid Eligible
Program Mission Statement: The Cypress College Department of Radiologic Technology provides a high quality education to prepare a diverse population of students with entry level skills needed to become competent and confident, fully-licensed radiographers. To earn a certificate students must already have an Associate’s degree or higher and complete the required courses as listed with a grade of C or better. At least 50% of all program coursework must be completed at Cypress College. This certificate requires a total of 66.5 units.
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY CURRICULUM: Radiologic Technology courses must be taken in a specific sequence. Students must obtain a grade of C or better in all required courses to continue in the program. The three (3) semester internships will begin during the summer session following semester 2 of the curriculum and continue until June of the following year.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses are listed in suggested sequence: | ||
| SEMESTER 1 (15 Units) | ||
| RADT 148 C | Radiology Imaging Techniques (formerly Radiologic Technology) | 4 |
| RADT 150 C | Radiographic Positioning I (formerly Radiologic Positioning) | 5 |
| RADT 153 C | Radiography Patient Care 1 | 3 |
| HS 147 C | Survey of Disease | 3 |
| or RADT 147 C | Medical Imaging Pathology | |
| Total Units | 15 | |
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| SEMESTER 2 (18 Units) | ||
| RADT 247 C | Radiographic Positioning II | 5 |
| RADT 251 C | Radiology Externship | 7 |
| RADT 162 C | Radiology Special Procedures | 3 |
| RADT 252 C | Radiobiology | 1.5 |
| RADT 253 C | Radiation Laws and Ethics | 1.5 |
| Total Units | 18 | |
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| SUMMER INTERSESSION (7.5 units) | ||
| RADT 254 C | Clinical Internship I | 6.5 |
| RADT 196 C | Selected Topics I | 1 |
| Total Units | 7.5 | |
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| SEMESTER 3 (13 units) | ||
| RADT 255 C | Clinical Internship II | 12 |
| RADT 197 C | Selected Topics II | 1 |
| Total Units | 13 | |
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| SEMESTER 4 (13 units) | ||
| RADT 256 C | Clinical Internship III | 12 |
| RADT 198 C | Selected Topics III | 1 |
| Total Units | 13 | |
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| TOTAL UNITS (Complete Program): 2 | 66.5 | |
- 1
May be taken prior to enrollment in the program.
- 2
The Total Units sum for the complete program does not include Program Prerequisite units
Note: Non-refundable supplemental materials charges will apply to some of the above courses in this program.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Outcome 1: Have the knowledge and skills to competently and safely perform radiographic procedures.
Outcome 2: Have the skills necessary to communicate effectively.
Outcome 3: Apply critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Outcome 4: Evaluate the importance of professional development and growth.
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