Graduates of the Radiologic Technology Program at Shawnee State University earn an Associate of Applied Sciences degree. The program covers six academic semesters that combine classroom instruction and clinical experience. All classroom instruction is held at the University while clinical experience is gained at one or more of the nine medical centers located throughout the Southern Ohio and Northern Kentucky area.

The program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, Il 60606-3182, 312.704.5300. Graduates are eligible take the national certifying examination given by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

Mission of The Radiologic Technology Program

In keeping with the mission of the University and the Department of Health Sciences, the Radiologic Technology Program seeks to educate applicants to become competent and responsible radiologic technologists, who deliver the highest quality patient care. In addition, the program fosters professionalism, personal growth, and self-actualization.

Program Goals

The goals of the Radiologic Technology Program are to have our graduates:

1. Perform any routine radiological exam incorporating their technical skills, patient care abilities, and radiation protection knowledge yielding a high quality image for physician interpretation.
2. Practice the profession of Radiologic Technology within the scope of practice of their field incorporating the professional code of ethics into their day to day work environment and to perform their routine duties demonstrating the use of good judgment, discretion, confidence, and adaptability as situations within their work environment change.
3. Seek additional education to stay abreast of the continuing changes in the health field so their performance, as a Radiographer will be enhanced.