Program Details

• Major Name: Radiologic Technology
• Degree Program: Radiologic Technology
• Degree Designation: AAS
• College / School: STEM

WVU Potomac State College (WVU PSC) is excited to partner with WVU Hospitals (WVUH) to offer an associate of applied science degree in Radiologic Technology. To earn this degree, students complete all radiologic technology courses at WVU Hospitals in Morgantown, WV, and 15 hours of general education courses through WVU PSC. All general education courses can be completed online. Upon completion of the program, students are eligible to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification exam in radiography to become a certified radiologic technologist.

Radiologic Technologists are medical professionals who produce diagnostic images through the application of ionizing radiation utilizing x-ray, fluoroscopic and computerized tomography equipment. Primary job tasks include the following:

• Operation/usage of imaging equipment.
• Patient positioning and manipulation
• Administration of IV and oral contrast agents
• Limiting radiation dose through the selection of appropriate exposure factors and dose reducing techniques.
• Computerized image processing and manipulation
• Basic patient care
• Providing procedural support for radiologists & physicians

Admission

Admission to this program is selective and has the following additional requirements beyond meeting the general admission requirements for WVU PSC:

1. High school and/or college GPA of 2.0 or better or passing score on High School Equivalency Exam.
2. Composition ACT score of 19 (or higher) or a composite SAT score of 990 (or higher).
3. Meet ethical standards as imposed by the ARRT. Individuals with conviction records related to misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor, or felony, or any alcohol or drug-related violations as adults may be ineligible for professional certification.

Applications and supporting documents (official ACT or SAT scores; High School Equivalency Exam or high school transcript; any college transcripts) are due by March 1.

Scoring for admissions includes a section for completion (grade of “C” or higher) of high school mathematics (Algebra, Geometry, Algebra II, or Trigonometry) or the college course equivalents, and for completion (grade of “C” or higher) of high school level science courses (Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Human Anatomy and Physiology) or the college course equivalents. No points are awarded for a “D” or “F”, but the application will be reviewed.

Additional program requirements include:

• Students must pass a criminal background check, meet health and immunization requirements, and drug testing.
• Students must be able to meet the essential functions of the program and classes, with or without accommodations.
• Students will need to provide their own transportation to assigned clinical sites.

Applicants who are admitted to WVU PSC but not to the radiologic technology program can change their major to health science, general studies or another option and reapply for the next academic year.

Accreditation

The WVU Hospital Radiography program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606-3182 Phone: (312) 704-5300 email: mail@jrcert.org

Graduation Requirements

Students must complete all radiologic technology courses with a C or higher and maintain an overall 2.0 GPA to remain in and complete the program.

Career Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, students are eligible to take the ARRT exam to become certified. Certification allows students to work as radiologic technologists employed in diagnostic imaging, computerized tomography and/ or interventional radiography roles in hospitals, clinics, and imaging centers. Certification also allows students to pursue advanced education in subspecialties such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), nuclear medicine, radiation therapy, diagnostic medical sonography and echocardiography.

Additional information regarding the radiography program provided through WVUH can be found at: https://wvumedicine.org/radtech/radiography/.