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Toledo Campus: Associate of Applied Science Degree in Radiologic Technology
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I would absolutely recommend Mercy to anyone looking to enter a medical profession! I feel that my education has prepared me well for the workforce.My teachers genuinely cared about my knowledge and understanding of the materials and constantly encouraged me. The hands-on learning experiences enabled me to learn so much beyond the textbooks.”
Erica Rulton
Radiologic Technology Graduate ‘19
If this matches what you are looking for, Mercy College’s accredited Radiologic Technology program might be the picture perfect program for you. Radiologic Technology is the art and science of using x-rays or high-level energy through the use of modern equipment to produce quality diagnostic images. Mercy College Rad Tech graduates are experts in the field of imaging, working directly with patients and assisting in the diagnosis and treatment of injury and disease.
The Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology program courses begin in the fall semester (August) however students can be admitted and begin taking pre-requisite and general education courses toward their program of choice in the fall semester (August), spring semester (January), or summer semester (May).
Program At A Glance
100% Graduate Employment Rate
Excellent pass rate on credentialing exam
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
5 semesters, August start
21 months
JRCERT Accredited
8 Year Programmatic Accreditation Award
Immersed in active learning
classroom, lab and clinical
New digital X-ray equipment and virtual reality lab
I loved that the classroom setting is so similar to the clinical setting.I especially liked that our rad tech classes were all held in what was once a hospital radiology department. I learned to provide the best care for patients and obtain the best diagnostic images.”
Katie Wagner
Associate Degree Radiologic Technology ‘20
Program Overview
It is a belief that the education of radiologic technologists is responsive to national and community trends. Changes in society influence the values and expectations placed upon healthcare professionals and institutions. The needs and influences of society and new technology impact the delivery of medical care and the continued development of radiologic technologists.The program strives to set realistic and achievable goals/objectives for each student based on professional standards. The goal is to produce a competent practitioner who can function in a rapidly changing healthcare environment. Education is a continuous process through which learners develop knowledge, skills and attitudes resulting in cognitive, affective and psychomotor changes. The faculty facilitates the teaching/learning process through the sequential presentation of concepts, theories and experiential activities within an environment that promotes mutual trust, critical thinking and self-development.
Mission: To educate and prepare students for entry-level Radiologic Technology positions as compassionate, competent health care professionals.
At the completion of the Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology program, graduates will be able to:
- Produce diagnostic quality radiographs.
- Evaluate radiographic images for appropriate quality.
- Apply proper radiation protection to patients, self, and others.
- Provide appropriate patient care in changing situations.
- Perform effectively in a variety of imaging areas.
- Demonstrate effective communication skills.
- Practice professional and ethical behaviors.
- Integrate Mercy College Values into clinical practice.
- Perform at entry-level expectations.
Applicants must be high school graduates with a GPA of at least 2.7 or GED recipients with a score of 570 (score of 57 prior to 2002).
Applicants must have completed and passed these high school courses or their college equivalents with a grade of “C” or better within the past seven years:
- Algebra – one year
- Biology – one year
- Chemistry with a lab – one year
Criminal background checks, drug screens, health records, and titers/immunizations are required prior to the start of the clinical program. Program requirements and instructions are maintained on the College website at https://mercycollege.edu/background. The Policy can be found at https://mercycollege.edu/about/compliance-consumer-information.
To earn the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Radiologic Technology students must complete all college requirements for an Associate of Applied Science Degree including:
General Education Requirements
Complete All of the Following Courses:
Oral and Written Communication (GCOM) - 6 minimum
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| ENG 101 | English Composition I | 3 |
| ENG 102 | English Composition II | 3 |
Math, Statistics, and Logic (GMSL) - 3 minimum
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| MTH 104 | Mathematical Formulas, Models, and Probability | 3 |
| or | ||
| MTH 140 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
Arts, Humanities, Culture, and Diversity (including Religious Studies) (GAHD/GAHR) - 3 minimum
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| REL 290 | Medical Ethics | 3 |
Natural Sciences, Technology, and Innovation (GNST) - 6 minimum
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| BIO 220 | Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
| BIO 221 | Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
Additional hours from one or more of the above categories; Social and Behavioral Sciences; Arts, Humanities, Culture, and Diversity, and/or Applied General Education (GAPL) courses - 12 minimum
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| HIT 105 | Medical Terminology | 3 |
| RAD 140 | Radiographic Pathology | 2 |
| RAD 215 | Radiation Biology and Protection | 2 |
| General Education Social and Behavioral Sciences Course (GSBS) |
Required Radiologic Technology Program Course Requirements
Complete the Following Program/Major Course:
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| RAD 105 | Radiography Fundamentals and Patient Care | 3 |
| RAD 111 | Radiography Practicum I | 2 |
| RAD 115 | Radiographic Procedures I | 4 |
| RAD 121 | Radiography Practicum II | 2 |
| RAD 125 | Radiographic Procedures II | 3 |
| RAD 128 | Radiologic Science I | 2 |
| RAD 131 | Radiography Practicum III | 3 |
| RAD 138 | Radiologic Science II | 2 |
| RAD 208 | Radiologic Science III | 2 |
| RAD 225 | Radiographic Procedures III | 3 |
| RAD 241 | Radiography Practicum IV | 3 |
| RAD 248 | Interprofessional Essentials in Radiography | 1 |
| RAD 251 | Radiography Practicum V | 3 |
| RAD 280 | Radiography Capstone | 2 |
Printable Version
Semester I
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| BIO 220 | Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 |
| HIT 105 | Medical Terminology | 3 |
| RAD 105 | Radiography Fundamentals and Patient Care | 3 |
| RAD 111 | Radiography Practicum I | 2 |
| RAD 115 | Radiographic Procedures I | 4 |
Semester II
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| BIO 221 | Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 |
| MTH 104 | Mathematical Formulas, Models, and Probability | 3 |
| RAD 121 | Radiography Practicum II | 2 |
| RAD 125 | Radiographic Procedures II | 3 |
| RAD 128 | Radiologic Science I | 2 |
Semester III
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| ENG 101 | English Composition I | 3 |
| RAD 131 | Radiography Practicum III | 3 |
| RAD 138 | Radiologic Science II | 2 |
| RAD 140 | Radiographic Pathology | 2 |
Semester IV
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| ENG 102 | English Composition II | 3 |
| RAD 208 | Radiologic Science III | 2 |
| RAD 225 | Radiographic Procedures III | 3 |
| RAD 241 | Radiography Practicum IV | 3 |
| RAD 248 | Interprofessional Essentials in Radiography | 1 |
Semester V
| Course Number | Course Name | Credit Hours |
| RAD 215 | Radiation Biology and Protection | 2 |
| RAD 251 | Radiography Practicum V | 3 |
| RAD 280 | Radiography Capstone | 2 |
| REL 290 | Medical Ethics | 3 |
| General Education Social and Behavioral Sciences Course (GSBS) |
To develop graduates who:
1. Demonstrate clinical competence in performing diagnostic radiographic procedures in a compassionate, professional manner.
2. Demonstrate problem-solving and critical thinking skills in radiography.
3. Employ effective oral and written communication skills.
4. Understand the importance of continuous learning, professional development and Christian values.
5. Meet the needs of the healthcare community as employable radiographers.
Program Effectiveness Data
Career Outlook
Employment Growth
According to the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics:
“Overall employment of radiologic technologists is projected to grow 7 percent from 2019 to 2029, faster than the average for all occupations. As the population grows older, there will be an increase in medical conditions that require imaging as a diagnostic tool.”
Salary Range
The median annual wage for radiologic technologists was $61,900 in May 2020. [Bureau of Labor Statistics].
Alumni Job Titles and Where They Work
Frequently Asked Questions
What will my role be in health care?
Although your technical skills for producing diagnostic images are important, your ability to educate patients, address their concerns and solicit cooperation is of equal value. There is an art of radiologic technology that comes with adaptation to many situations that can develop during the imaging process. So, if you want to combine technology with human compassion to create a career focused on the care of patients, you’ll find many exciting opportunities in this field.
The following responsibilities rest with the Radiographer:
- Prepare patients for radiographic examinations
- Explain the procedure
- Position the patients so that the correct parts of the body can be radiographed
- Limit the x-ray beam
- Shield the patients with lead protective devices to prevent unnecessary radiation exposure
- Position radiographic equipment at the correct angle and distance from the patient’s body
- Set the appropriate technical factors on the x-ray control panel to produce images of the appropriate diagnostic density, contrast and detail (with an understanding of tissue thickness, density, and pathology)
What environment will I be working in?
You’re probably already familiar with the use of the x-ray to diagnose broken bones. However, you’ll find that diagnostic imaging goes far beyond that to include imaging every body system. CT Scanning, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Mammography, as well as Cardiovascular Interventional Imaging provide separate career paths, following studies that prepare individuals for entry-level employment in the field. Places that need Radiologic Technologist/Radiographers include hospitals, physicians’ offices, clinics and diagnostic imaging centers.
What are the credentialing requirements?
The Radiologic Technology Program at Mercy College of Ohio is a 24-month program. To become a Registered Technologist Radiographer, graduates are required to pass The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists exam.
Some states require licensure to practice. Studies include Anatomy, Physiology, Radiation Biology, Positioning, Radiation Physics, Pathology, and Patient Care Skills.
An applicant must be a high school graduate with a grade point average
(GPA) of at least 2.7 or higher or a general equivalency diploma (GED) recipient with a score of 570 (score of 57 prior to 2002).
Applicants must have completed and passed these high school courses, or their college equivalents, within the past seven years:
- Algebra** — one unit
- Biology** — one unit
- Chemistry** with a lab — one unit
All courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better; a grade of “B” or better preferred. The seven-year limit applies to all students, even for a student who holds degrees.
Each completed application is given individual attention. Admission is competitive and the most qualified applicants will be considered first. Admission is not guaranteed.