Great Falls College MSU

Associate of Applied Science Degree

NOTE: This program is in moratorium and will not be accepting new students.

Radiologic Technologists, also referred to as Radiographers, work in a professional environment at a hospital, private office, or clinic. Radiologic Technologists are trained to perform radiologic examinations in accordance with radiation safety standards for themselves, clinical staff, and their patients. Skill sets include: patient care, positioning, operating X-ray equipment, image quality assessment, exposure parameters, and interacting with the general public, ancillary workers, healthcare workers, and physicians.

The Radiologic Technology student learns how to accurately demonstrate body structures by determining proper exposure factors, manipulating medical imaging equipment, evaluating the radiographic image quality, and providing for patient protection, safety, and comfort during radiographic procedures. Some technologists choose to specialize in computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, mammography, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, positron emission tomography, or radiation therapy. Some of these modalities require additional certification. The student will be introduced to these specialty areas. Radiologic Technology is an expanding field in the area of medical diagnosis and treatment. Imaging methods and procedures are updated and implemented on a regular basis.

The Radiologic Technology Program is a two-year program designed to prepare individuals with the knowledge, skills, and professional attitude necessary for successful employment as a Radiologic Technologist.

Accreditation for the Radiologic Technology Program is through Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities coursework. This regional accrediting agency is the organization that accredits Great Falls College MSU. After completion of the program, the graduate is eligible to take a nationally recognized certification examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

The Great Falls College MSU Radiologic Technology Program is a limited enrollment program, accepting a restricted number of students each year. Interested students are urged to contact the Admissions Office, Program Director, or the Advising & Career Center Advisors for student advising specific to program admission requirements and criteria for program acceptance.

Graduates are prepared to:

• Employ professional judgment, problem solving, and critical thinking to identify, assess, and analyze the situation, providing quality patient care in a safe and ethical manner.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills through verbal and written communication.
• Practice within the standards established by the profession.
• Demonstrate appropriate cultural, legal, ethical, and professional values.
• Practice as a qualified registered technologist in any type of patient care facility.