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The Radiologic Technology program at Mitchell Technical College is a 21-month Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree program. The program provides comprehensive training in radiologic technology. Radiologic technologists work in professional environments such as hospitals, medical clinics, and private medical offices.

The Radiologic Technology program utilizes didactic, laboratory, and clinical education to prepare students to work as radiologic technologists. The didactic, or classroom portion, teaches the student the fundamental principles of x-ray production, radiographic positioning skills, radiographic anatomy, imaging equipment, radiographic pathology, patient care, and radiation safety. The clinical portion allows the student to gain practical experience in real-life situations. Students will attend courses on MTC’s campus the first two semesters of the program. For the subsequent three semesters, the student will be assigned to clinical rotations, including evening and weekend rotations, in various locations in South Dakota. This requires students to relocate to the area of their clinical assignment at their own expense. Students will also complete online courses during their clinical semesters and will infrequently return to campus for various learning activities.

Graduates of the program will pursue employment opportunities in radiology or diagnostic imaging departments.

Curriculum

Award: AAS Degree

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First Semester
HS103 > Anatomy Physiology4 credits
RAD110 > Intro to Rad Tech & Ethics3 credits
RAD140 > Radiology Principles I4 credits
RAD150 > Radiographic Procedures I6 credits
SSS100 > Student Success1 credit
Total Semester Hours18 credits
Second Semester
RAD120 > Intro to Clinical Radiology3 credits
RAD142 > Radiology Principles II4 credits
RAD152 > Radiographic Procedures II6 credits
RAD160 > Radiographic Pathology3 credits
RAD170 > Radiation Biology & Protection3 credits
HS100 > Basic Life Support for Health Care0.5 credits
Total Semester Hours19.5 credits
Third Semester
RAD154 > Radiographic Procedures III2 credits
RAD156 > Intro to CT2 credits
RAD211 > Clinical Radiology I9 credits
RAD212 > Registry Review I1 credit
> Behavioral Science Elective3 credits
Total Semester Hours17 credits
Fourth Semester
RAD221 > Clinical Radiology II11 credits
RAD222 > Registry Review II1 credit
> Math 103 Mathematical Reasoning (Online)3 credits
> CMST 101 Fundamentals of Communication (online)3 credits
Total Semester Hours18 credits
Fifth Semester
RAD231 > Clinical Radiology III11 credits
RAD232 > Registry Review III1 credit
> Social Science Elective3 credits
> ENGL 101 English Composition (online)3 credits
Total Semester Hours18 credits

Requirements

Admission Requirements
  • Complete the Admissions application.
  • Send official high school and any post-secondary transcripts to Mitchell Tech. The applicant must be a high school graduate or have an equivalent certificate. Applicants will receive application points based on their cumulative GPA and any math and science classes they have taken. Math and science class GPAs are also considered.
  • Send ACT scores to Mitchell Tech. Although the scores are not required for your application, providing ACT scores may increase your chances of acceptance. Please contact the Admissions Office if you have questions about the ACT test.
  • Submit an essay, using the guidelines Admissions provides.

When all four items are complete and submitted to the Admissions Office, the applicant’s file will be reviewed and scored with an objective point system. The applicant must meet a target score to move on to the next part of the application. An Admissions Representative will reach out to all applicants after their file is reviewed.

The final part of the application process, after an applicant has met the target score, will be to schedule and complete the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) exam. Here are important things to know about this test:

  • A minimum score of 62% on the TEAS exam is needed to be accepted into the program.
  • Students are allowed three attempts to score a 62% but must wait for a minimum of 30 days in-between tests.
  • The cost of the TEAS is $65 plus tax and is paid by credit/debit card before taking the test.

We recommend that high school students apply after the completion of their junior year.

Next Steps for Accepted Students: Once you have been formally accepted into the Radiologic Technology program, you will be required to complete the following:

  • Submit your immunization record with documentation of all required immunizations (at your expense)
  • Complete a criminal background check (at your expense)
  • Undergo a student physical (at your expense)
  • Complete the required documents provided to you by the program director
Academic Requirements

Students must complete all technical courses with a minimum grade of C (2.0) in order to become registry-eligible. Students who do not achieve a C (2.0) grade will be prevented from enrolling in the subsequent semester due to prerequisite requirements.

Computer Requirements

This program allows you to bring your own laptop as long as it meets these minimum specifications:

Processor – Intel Core i Series (i3, i5, i7) or AMD Ryzen
Operating System – Windows 10
Webcam Recommended
Memory – 4 GB or more
Internal Storage – 64 GB or more
Microsoft Office is available at no charge as long as enrolled at Mitchell Tech
NO APPLE/MAC COMPUTERS

Licensure Disclosure

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be eligible to apply for the ARRT certification and registration in Radiography (R). This ARRT certification is recognized in 48 states and will allow graduates to pursue state licensure if required in their state.

Licensure is not required in the following states: Alabama, District of Columbia, Missouri, Nevada, North Carolina, South Dakota.

Mitchell Technical College has determined that our program’s curriculum meets the educational requirements for licensure in the following states: Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.

Mitchell Technical College has made no determination that our program’s curriculum meets the educational requirements for licensure in the following states: American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands.

Mitchell Tech encourages prospective students to visit the ARRT website (https://www.arrt.org/about-the-profession/state-licensing) for further information regarding state licensures. You may also contact the Vice President for Enrollment Services, Clayton Deuter, at 605.995.7132 for questions regarding licensure.

Outcomes

At the completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

Demonstrate Competency In The Clinical Setting
  • Accurately position the patient
  • Properly manipulate radiographic equipment
  • Apply principles of radiation protection
Communicate Effectively
  • Demonstrate effective communication skills with staff
  • Demonstrate effective communication skills with patients
  • Demonstrate effective written communication skills
  • Demonstrate effective oral communication skills
Think Critically
  • Perform non-routine examinations
  • Identify diagnostic quality images
  • Recognize emergency patient conditions and initiate appropriate procedures
Program Effectiveness Goals

Graduates will —

  • Pass the ARRT exam
  • Perform as entry-level technologists
  • Find employment within 12 months of graduation
  • Complete the program

Mission

It is the mission of the MTC Radiologic Technology Program to provide skills for success in the field of radiologic technology.

Assessment Plan

Program faculty annually assess student achievement data to assure student learning goals are met and to guide program improvements.

Accreditation

The Mitchell Technical College Radiologic Technology program, offered for the AAS degree, 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:  [email protected]

The program’s current accreditation award is 8 years. General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter can be found HERE.

Faculty

Instructor / Clinical Coordinator

Cost

Program Tuition & Fees ⓘ
$ 4000

Other Required Costs

Books / Tools (estimated) $533

Scholarships

Mitchell Tech offers a variety of scholarships to qualified applicants. The application period runs from October 1 through November 1 for current students and January 1 through March 31 for incoming students.

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Contact Admissions

For information about any of our programs, application, or any of our other student services please contact us:

Admissions Office
Mitchell Technical College
1800 E. Spruce St.
Mitchell, SD 57301

800.684.1969
605.995.3025
fax: 605.995.3067
[email protected]

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