Director of Radiography
& Medical Imaging
Shelli Weddum, MHA, RT (R)(ARRT)
PH 402.552.6204 TF 800.647.5500
weddum@clarksoncollege.edu
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 Education Courses = 19 semester hours
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Support Courses = 9 semester hours (The following courses compose the 9 hours: English Composition I & II, and College Algebra. All courses must be completed with a “C” or higher)
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Clarkson College Healthcare 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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Medical Imaging Major Courses = 12 semester hours (All courses must be completed with a “C” or higher)
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Medical Imaging Major Elective Courses = 18 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).
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
12 semester hours
| Courses | Semester Hours |
|---|---|
| MI 330 - Pathophysiology | 3 |
| ◊ MI 414 - Introduction to Healthcare Delivery Systems | 3 |
| MI 410 - Cross-Sectional Anatomy I | 3 |
| MI 411 - Cross-Sectional Anatomy II | 3 |
| IPE 301 - Interprofessional Education | 0 |
| Total Semester Hours | 12 |
Major 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:
Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging Course Offerings/Semester
Fall Courses
Spring Courses
Summer Courses
MI 384-449 Externships & MI 459 and MI 450-481 Advanced Externship are offered during the fall, spring and summer semesters.
Summary
Students must complete at least 41 semester hours at Clarkson College. Once a student enrolls at Clarkson College, all coursework must be completed at the College.
Total semester hours in program 125
Externships
(Minimum of 180 hours of clinical experience per semester - more hours may be required per clinical site and externship modality.) All candidates for post-primary certification are required to perform specific clinical experience requirements to establish eligibility. Due to clinical site variability in patient workload and variety of exams, the student may or may not meet the clinical requirements to be eligible to sit for post-primary certification upon completion of the Medical Imaging externship.