Radiology Degree | Radiologic Technology Program

Radiologic Technology

Shape the Future of Medical Imaging

Radiologic Technology at MSSU

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about the program

The Radiologic Technology program at 黑料吃瓜 State University (MSSU) prepares students for rewarding careers in medical imaging. Radiologic technologists use advanced techniques such as X‑ray, CT, MRI, and ultrasound to help diagnose and treat patients. With strong demand for radiology tech programs nationwide, MSSU offers accredited training, hands‑on clinical experience, and a proven 100% ARRT exam pass rate that sets graduates apart in hospitals, clinics, and healthcare facilities.

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Salaries compare favorably with other allied health professions, and the greatest satisfaction comes from knowing that through your ability and caring, you’ve helped someone become healthy again.

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Radiology Program Highlights

Looking for a radiology tech program close to home? MSSU’s Radiologic Technology program is nationally recognized for excellence:

Accredited by JRCERT
100% ARRT exam pass rate (20-year track record)
100% job placement
Clinical rotations in hospitals and healthcare facilities

MSSU combines classroom instruction with extensive clinical training to prepare students for professional practice in diagnostic imaging.

Intensive Study Prepares Professionals

MSSU offers an Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology, leading to eligibility for the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) exam. Classes begin each summer semester.

The curriculum is a 24-month intensive program operated in cooperation with area medical institutions. Students gain rigorous clinical training in radiologic sciences, including:

Daytime rotations (with limited evening/weekend options)
Computerized tomography (CT)
Emergency room and surgery
Cardiac catheterization lab
Mammography
Venipuncture training

The program’s quality is evident through continued JRCERT accreditation.

Program Goals, Outcomes & Accreditation

Mission

The mission of the radiologic technology program is to provide high quality entry-level radiographers. Attention is focused on the needs for each student for local to international service.

Goals

Goal 1: Students will develop communication skills enabling them to communicate with patients and healthcare providers.

Students will be able to effectively explain examination procedures to patients and/or family members.
Students will be able to verbalize problems and solutions to images obtained in the clinical setting.

Goal 2: Students will be able to think critically and solve problems in their daily work environment.

The student will be able to successfully use critical thinking and problem-solving skills in the clinical environment upon graduation from the program.
Students will be able to verbalize problems and solutions to images obtained in the clinical setting.

Goal 3: Students will demonstrate professionalism.

Students will demonstrate professionalism as demonstrated by their clinical attendance record.
Students will demonstrate core principles of professionalism as demonstrated by survey answers from physicians and staff technologists at the clinical sites.

Goal 4: Students will demonstrate competence in their clinical practice.

Students will demonstrate clinical competence in their positioning skills.
Graduates will be clinically able to perform as indicated by the clinical instructors.

Philosophy

In order to accomplish the program goals, it is the philosophy of MSSU to provide students with a high quality educational experience that includes:

Didactic classes providing them access to information to successfully pass the national registry.
Clinical rotations with exposure to a sufficient number and variety of clinical exams to develop the skills necessary to be successful entry-level radiographers.
Clinical and classroom situations allowing students to develop problem-solving and communication skills.
Opportunity for professional growth and development.

Questions? Contact Us

Kimberly Matejcek
Radiology Program Director
Phone: 417-625-3565
Email: matejcek-k@mssu.edu