Director of Radiography
& Medical Imaging
Shelli Weddum, MHA, RT (R)(ARRT)
PH 402.552.6204
[email protected]
Program Specific Competency Goals
Upon completion of the Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging degree, graduates will:
- Have entry-level post-primary modality skills. (Technology)**
- Communicate effectively. (Communication)**
- Use critical thinking skills. (Critical Thinking)**
- Demonstrate professionalism. (Professionalism)**
- Care for patients in a manner that show respect for cultural differences. (Diversity)**
**Categories denoted in the parentheses represent relationship to the Clarkson College student success skills, which are our institutional student learning outcomes, and include Communication, Technology, Critical Thinking, Diversity and Professionalism.
Curriculum Requirements
Admission to the Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging program option is limited to ARRT Registered Technologists (Radiography), board-eligible graduates of a JRCERT Accredited Program in Radiologic Technology, and/or current matriculating Clarkson College Radiography students. Board-eligible students must provide proof of certification from the ARRT within one year to remain in the program.
In order to complete the Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging degree at Clarkson College, students must successfully complete a total of 125 semester hours. The hours must be distributed as follows:
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General Courses = 28 semester hours (The following courses compose 9 hours: English Composition I & II, and College Algebra. All remaining hours are electives. All courses must be completed with a “C” or higher)
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Core Courses = 9 semester hours (Core curriculum courses, must be taken at Clarkson College. All courses must be completed with a “C” or higher.)
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Previous RT Coursework = 58 semester hours
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Major Courses = 30 semester hours (All courses must be completed with a “C” or higher)
Advanced Standing Credit
Credit hours may be warranted for post-primary certification and/or current clinical experience.
Admission Policies
Enrollment in Clarkson College degree programs is limited through a selective admissions process. Admission policies and procedures are available from: the Enrollment and Advising office, College website or the Academic Policies & Procedures section (AD-1).
Multiple Degree Options
The multiple degree option is for students completing multiple degrees at Clarkson College. This option allows credits earned while completing a degree to be used directly toward an Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging. Students must apply and be properly admitted to multiple degrees. Admission into one major does not guarantee later admission into a second major. The options include but are not limited to:
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Multiple degree: Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Imaging/Associate of Science degree in Radiography
Service Requirements
Service reflects a holistic view that focuses on how individuals provide high quality, ethical and compassionate service in the field of health care and the community at large. Students will become familiar with service agencies, connect learning with practice and engage in civic service activities to live and demonstrate the Clarkson College Values of Learning, Caring, Commitment, Integrity and Excellence.
All students are required to complete designated service courses as a component of their program of study. Successful completion of service experiences is required to pass the designated service courses. Designated service courses are identified using the following symbol: ◊
Required Courses for Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging
Major Courses
31 semester hours
| Courses | Semester Hours |
|---|---|
| DMI 330 - Pathophysiology | 3 |
| ◊ DMI 414 - Introduction to Healthcare Delivery Systems | 3 |
| DMI 410 - Cross-Sectional Anatomy I | 3 |
| DMI 411 - Cross-Sectional Anatomy II | 3 |
| IPE 301 - Interprofessional Education | 0 |
| Electives | 19 |
| Total Semester Hours | 31 |
Elective Courses
All students, with the approval of their advisor, must choose 18 semester hours of Medical Imaging major elective courses. The students will choose from the following electives: