Department Information
Department of Allied Health Sciences
PO Box 70573
Phone: (423) 439-5050
Lamb Hall
Web address: https://www.etsu.edu/chs/allied-health/
Accredited by:
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, Illinois 60606-3182
(312) 704-5300 - mail@jrcert.org
The Department of Allied Health Sciences offers a BS degree in radiologic science. One class per year is admitted in the fall. Students are required to attend designated consecutive semesters to complete the program. Successful completion of the program enables students to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) exam leading to the credentials of Registered Radiologic Technologist.
The radiographer performs radiographic examinations that create images needed for diagnosis. Radiographers must demonstrate an understanding of human anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, pathology, radiation protection, and patient assessment. Radiographers administer contrast media and medications in accordance with state and federal regulations and assist physicians to complete intricate medical procedures. Radiographers are the primary liaison between patients, physicians, and health agency staff. Additional duties may include equipment evaluation, conducting quality assurance programs, providing patient education, and departmental administrative functions. Radiographers are employed in health care facilities including specialized medical centers, urgent care clinics, private physicians’ offices and as educators or department administrators.
Traditional Program
Admission Requirements
Students must be admitted both to the university and to the program, requiring separate application processes. Admission to the university does not ensure admission to the program. Application to the radiologic science program requires submission of the online application form by March 1. Applicants must follow the published admission’s process to be admitted to the radiologic science program.
Health Professions Interest Path: Prior to admission to the Radiologic Science program, students with less than 60 earned credit hours should declare a Health Professions Radiologic Science Interest major as they complete prerequisite courses and Compass Core requirements. Students with more than 60 earned credit hours may not stay in this major code. Because of the competitive nature of the Radiologic Science program, students who have below a 2.5 overall GPA after 30 attempted credit hours are advised to transition out of the Health Professions Radiologic Science Interest major.
Expenses
In addition to current ETSU tuition and fees, students are required to purchase textbooks, online Corectec program ($80), access to the Trajecsys recordkeeping ($150), access to myrecordtracker ($17.50), background check ($37), drug screening ($40), immunizations, current CPR certification, physical exam, uniforms, lead markers ($32), professional liability insurance ($37.50/year), name badge ($5), travel to classes/clinical, meals, personal expenses, and incidental costs.
Retention - Progression Policy
Radiologic Science students will be allowed to progress in the program with a grade of C or better. Progression status will be evaluated at the close of each semester. Students receiving less than a C in any RADT course will not be permitted to progress in the Radiologic Science program.
Students who are dismissed from the radiologic science program will be evaluated by the radiologic science program faculty to determine the feasibility of readmission. Students who wish to seek readmission must reapply to the Radiologic Science Program during the next admission cycle. Students who are dismissed from the radiologic science program are only eligible for readmission once. No student can be readmitted if dismissed for academic misconduct or behavioral issues.
Reentry: Students who withdraw from the radiologic science program in good standing must submit a letter to the Radiologic Science Program Director outlining their plan to reenter to the radiologic science program. This letter will be reviewed by the Radiologic Science Program Admissions Committee and may be accepted based on admission criteria and available clinic placements. Students who are approved for reentry are required to work with the Radiologic Science Program Director to develop an individualized reentry plan to identify gaps in knowledge and demonstrate competency prior to enrolling in the requested semester. Failure to comply with or complete the individualized reentry plan will result in permanent dismissal from the radiologic science program.
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