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Radiologic technology is a health care profession whose practictioners work in hospitals, clinics, and free standing imaging centers. The Radiographer is a member of the health care team who works directly with the patient and the physician in performing a wide variety of diagnostic and interventional therapy procedures. The radiographer must be proficient in the knowledge of radiographic exposure, anatomy,patient positioning the operation of specialized equipment and the care and management of the patient. The rapid expansion of medical diagnostic imaging has greatly increased the diversity and utility of medical diagnosis. A career in radiologic technology offers vast opportunities for advancement.
The radiologic technology curriculum is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) and the State of California, Department of Health Services. The clinical training educational centers are accredited by the Joint Commission for the Accreditation of Health Care Organizations (JCAHO). Los Angeles City College is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).
Students who complete the curriculum including the clinical education requirements will be eligible to take the certification examinations prepared by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and the Department of Health Services, Radiologic Health Branch.
Admission to the program is highly selective and the number of students accepted will depend on the number of clinical education posts available. If there are more applicatios than available positions, a simple lottery will be used for the student selection.
The following courses must be completed prior to acceptance to the radiologic technology program with a grade of "C".
1. Human Anatomy with laboratory (Anatomy I)
2. Human Physiology with laboratory (Physiology I)
Combined Anatomy and Physiology classes must total 8 semester units of credit.
1. English 101 or English 28
1. Mathematics 115 or higher
1. Radiologic Technology 100 (Introduction to Radiologic Technology)
2. Radiologic Technology 101 (Medical Terminology)
3. Radiologic Technology 102 (Introduction to Radiographic Film Processing)*
*(To enroll in RT102 the student must have completed Eng28 or 101, Math115 or higher, and have completed RT100 and FT101 or have concurrent enrollments.)
Upon acceptance into the radiologic technology program the student must have a physical examination performed by a licensed physician at the student's expense. Documentation must be submitted to prove the student is free from communicable diseases, psychological disorders or other conditions that prevent successful performance of the responsibilities and tasks required in the Program.
Radiography requires proficiency in the application of technical knowledge, operation of specialized equipment in a competent and safe manner. In addition, the technologist must be able to provide physical care and emotional support to patients during the radiographic procedures. (1) Visual acuity: needed for accurate preparation of medications and observation and assessment of patient care and management. (2) Auditory perception: needed to receive verbal communication from the patient and other members of the health care team. (3) Communication skill: speech, reading and writing to interact effectively with the patient, fellow students, faculty, and hospital staff. (4) Gross and fine motor coordination to carry out diagnostic procedures including: reaching, lifting, and moving radiographic equipment. (5) Intellectual ability to measure, calculate, reason, analyze, and evaluate as required for direct patient care. The applicant must be able to comprehend three-dimensional and spacial relationships. (6) Emotional stability to enable the use of intellectual abilities, excercise good judgment, promptly complete all responsibilities attendant to care of the patients. (7) Social attributes to allow the development of mature, sensitive, and effective relationships with patients, faculty, co-workers and administrators.
The "Technical Standards for Admission" have been established as a guidance tool for use in realistically informing the student of minimum standards needed to satisfactorily function in the program and ultimately in the profession.
The assessment of an applicant's compliance to these standards will be accomplished in the following manner: 1. Faculty counseling to determine the applicant's goals and expectations. 2. A physical examination performed by a licensed physician. 3. Program admissions committee meeting to identify deficiencies that may become barriers to the professional success of the student.
Applicants who may be deficient in one or more areas mentioned abovue should contact the program director. The program admissions will seriously consider applicants who are deficient in any of these categories, providing the deficiency can be remedied with reasonable accommodation.
The program requires a full time, two year committment. Classroom and laboratory courses are held at the College and are scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.. A late afternoon, early evening, or an occasional Saturday class may be necessary.
Clinical education is offered at the following medical facilities: 1. Good Samaritan Hospital 2. Kaiser Permanente Medical Center - Sunset 3. Kaiser Permanente Medical Center - West Los Angeles 4. Saint Vincent Medical Center
The clinical education schedule is a full time, 36 hours per week for twelve months. During the clinical training the students meet regularly with the program director at Los Angeles City College at prearranged times.
The following courses are taken after the student has been formally accepted into the radiologic technology program.
Radiologic Technology 103 Radiographic Anatomy and Positioning of the Skeletal 4 Units System.
Legal residents of the State of California are required to pay a nominal enrollment fee. Non-resident students are required by state law to pay non-resident tuition fees. Consult the Los Angeles City College Admissions and Records page for current fee schedules. Fees are subject to change per the state legislature. In addition, students may expect fees and expenses during the length of the program:
Financial aid is monies made available by federal and state governments and private sources in the form of grants, scholarships, loans, and employment. These monies are available to make it possible for students to continue their education beyond high school even if they and their family cannot meet the full cost of the post secondary school they choose to attend. The basis for such programs is the belief that parents have the primary responsibility of assisting their dependents to meet educational cost and that financial aid is available only to fill the gap between a family's contribution and the student's yearly academic expenses. Data and regulations governing student financial aid may be subject to change. For further information, refer to the Los Angeles City College Catalog.
Los Angeles City College does not provide housing facilities. However, there are many apartment houses available for rent/lease in the immediate vicinity. The Student Assistance Center on campus provides active files of available housing.
Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from the campus and the clinical education centers.
Radiologic Technology Department
Los Angeles City College
855 North Vermont Avenue
Los Angeles CA 90029
All students begin at the same level. There are no provisions for advanced placement in the Radiologic Technology Program. The Program does not accept transfer students from other radiologic technology programs.
All programs and activities of the Los Angeles Community College District are operated in a manner which is free of discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disabled, or veteran's status. For detailed information, consult the Los Angeles City College Catalog.
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