Radiologic Technology

Radiologic technologists, also known as radiographers, perform medical exams using X-rays on patients to create images of specific parts of the body. They operate specialized imaging equipment to capture two-dimensional (2-D) and three-dimensional (3-D) images of the body's tissues, organs, bones, and vessels. These professionals work closely with physicians, ensuring that high-quality diagnostic images are produced for interpretation.

Program Overview

A career in radiologic technology can lead in many directions. Radiologic technologists are needed in every healthcare setting. You could work in a large hospital, a suburban outpatient clinic, or a rural physician's office. You could specialize in dozens of clinical areas, from prenatal care to orthopedics. You could manage an entire radiology department, including its budget and personnel. You could teach, inspire new generations of radiologic technologists, or perform research that leads to breakthroughs in diagnostic imaging.

The AAS Radiography Program offers a comprehensive 18-month curriculum that prepares students for their American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration/certification exam and entry-level radiologic technology positions. Many students begin working as student technologists during their fourth and fifth semesters at hospitals and urgent care centers.

In addition, the Program offers continuing education to students and registered technologists in the fields of CT, MRI, and Mammography. Please see the Program's advanced modalities post-primary certification section for more information.

Program Effectiveness Data, including the most recent five-year credentialing examination pass rate, five-year average job placement rate, and annual program completion rate, is available for public viewing by utilizing the link below or by visiting the Jefferson College JRCERT webpage.

Jefferson College JRCERT information page

Additionally, the Program Effectiveness Data yearly reports (5-year averages) are available below:

Degree Information

The Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree is designed for entry-level employment through practical and theoretical courses or a certificate option.

Radiologic Technology Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree

Radiologic Technology Certificate

Academic Plan

The Academic Plan is a semester-by-semester plan for the full-time student. Part-time students should work with an advisor to customize the map to fit individual needs.

Radiology Technology Academic Plan

Course Guides

Jefferson College Institutional Course Guides (ICGs) are found in the Simple Syllabus - Syllabus Library AND/OR within your Canvas class page via the Simple Syllabus link in the Course Navigation Menu.

View the Radiology Technology ICGs.

Additional Program Information:

Career Opportunities

Currently, job prospects for radiologic technologists are very promising, with the Bureau of Labor Statistics predicting employment growth due to an aging population that may require more imaging services. The scope of practice for radiologic technologists allows for specialization in various areas such as oncology imaging, mammography, and cardiac interventional technology

Application Process

Please be advised the Radiology Program will only accept electronically submitted applications for this year's application process. All completed applications must be emailed to radiologyapplications@jeffco.edu. Please ensure all application information is sent in ONE email to ensure all application material is received- DO NOT submit multiple emails with application information. Jefferson College Admissions will not be able to assist you with this process.

If you have any questions or problems, please contact Program Director, Stacy Wilfong, at (636) 481-3524 or swilfon2@jeffco.edu.

The application process for the upcoming academic year will open on January 20, 2027.

Licensure Requirements:

https://www.jeffco.edu/Professional-Licensure-Disclosure

As required by the federal regulations outlined in 34 CFR 668.43(a)(5)(v), prior to enrollment in courses, applicants for programs that require professional certification or licensure in the State of Missouri are required to acknowledge the professional certification and licensure requirements in the state considered their permanent address.

If a student applies/intends to apply to a program requiring professional licensure, but the Jefferson College program does not meet the certification/licensure requirements in the student’s state of permanent address, the student must complete the attestation form prior to enrollment in courses indicating they plan to work in a state in which the Jefferson College program does meet the educational certification/licensure requirements. Students who do not complete the attestation will not be able to enroll in that program.

Radiologic Technology Program Statement:

The ARRT certifies Radiologic Technologists and is a National Registry. Some states do have specific requirements. Please see the ASRT website for those states requiring additional qualifications.

Accreditation

The Jefferson College Radiologic Technology Program is an accredited program through the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) and the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and is a recognized accredited program by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

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

The program’s current length of accreditation award is 8 years. The next site visit is tentatively scheduled for fall of 2031. General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter can be found online.

More information on accreditation can be found on the following websites:

JRCERT: www.jrcert.org
ARRT: www.ARRT.org

The JRCERT assures employers and prospective students that our program provides educational excellence and patient and professional safety. It is the faculty’s desire to create the highest quality Radiologic Technology Program available. If a student has concerns with program policies or practices, please bring them to the attention of the Program Director or the Clinical Coordinator. Issues may be easily resolved once we are aware of them. The Grievance and Appellate Process can be found within the student handbook.

JRCERT Standards for Programmatic Accreditation

Mission/Vision/Student Learning Outcomes

Full self-study and master plans can be accessed by contacting Program Director, Stacy Wilfong, at swilfon2@jeffco.edu.

The Radiologic Technology Program is a chartered member of the Missouri Gamma Sigma Chapter of Lambda Nu, a national honor society for radiologic and imaging sciences.

Imaging Assistant - MR

The in-person Imaging Assistant-MR program prepares students to play a vital role in MR level 2 safety, patient care, positioning, and assist with contrast administration, under the supervision of charge personnel. The students will not perform imaging or scanning, but will enhance patient safety, improve workflow, and support technologists in delivering high-quality care. This 15-week program consists of at least 45 didactic hours of instruction and a minimum of 100 hours of clinical practice under direct supervision. Upon successful completion of the program, students are eligible to take the ARRT Imaging Assistant-MR credentialing exam.

Cost: $525.00 (Subject to change)

For more information, contact Workforce and Employment Services (WES) at (636) 481-3144 or visit their web page.

Advanced Modalities

The Jefferson College Radiology Technology program offers continuing education to students and registered technologists in the fields of CT, MRI, and Mammography.

Application Process

Please be advised the Radiology Program will only be accepting electronically submitted applications the application process. NO paper applications or reference letters will be accepted via mail/paper.

All completed applications must be emailed to radiologyapplications@jeffco.edu

Please ensure all application information is sent in ONE email - To ensure all application material is received DO NOT submit multiple emails with information/application information.

If you have any questions, please contact Rachel Dacus, Clinical Coordinator and Associate Professor of Radiologic Technology and Advanced Modalities Department of Radiologic Technology at (636) 481-3497 or at rdacus@jeffco.edu.