ASRS - Associate of Science in Radiologic Science

The Associate of Science in Radiologic Science (RS) is a 69-credit-hour program that prepares students to become entry-level radiographers. Radiographers are members of a team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. Radiographers are trained in the art and science of diagnostic imaging by learning physics, radiation biology imaging procedures, pathology, and radiation safety. Graduates of the program have had extensive classroom and hands-on clinical education, providing them a high degree of critical thinking, problem-solving, and an understanding of the importance of continuing education and life-long learning. Radiographers operate a variety of computerized imaging equipment in hospitals, primary care offices, and imaging centers to assist in the diagnosing of injury and/or disease.

Upon program completion, students are eligible to sit for a national certification examination given by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (www.ARRT.org). Radiographers certified by the ARRT are able to work in all states but may require additional testing or fees for state licensure.

The program conforms to standards set by the Joint Review Committee on Education and Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) while meeting recommendations of the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). The Radiologic Sciences program is accredited by JRCERT; contact information: www.jrcert.org;  20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago IL. 60606-3182; (312) 704-5300.

General Information
Students must meet with an advisor each semester and review the plan of study. Students must complete all RS core courses before beginning the RS program.  The RS program sequence begins every fall semester. Classes, laboratory, and clinical experiences in the RS program require a commitment of 30-40 hours per week; therefore, it may be difficult for a student to continue employment while in the RS program. The registry board may change requirements prior to the completion of the course of study. While reasonable efforts will be made to enable one to satisfy additional requirements, no assurances can be made that the College will be able to offer these additional courses or, if taken, that such courses will entitle one to take the registry examination.

Program Admission Information and Requirements
Applicants will be considered for admission once they meet RS program-specific requirements. The School of Nursing and Health Science office must receive a student's application by the deadline date posted on the college website for admission consideration. Students should verify that the Registrar's Office has received all transcripts before applying to the RS program. Likewise, students may need to communicate with the Registrar's office to ensure the proper articulation of all transfer courses. The Progression and Admission Committee will continue to look at applications until the Committee fills all open spaces with qualified applicants. Applications will be considered based on qualifications and space availability. The School of Nursing and Health Science office will send initial notification of a student’s acceptance or denial to the program electronically, through the Self-Service Center.  For those who are accepted, an official admission letter will follow in the mail.  Meeting minimal admission requirements does not guarantee admission to the RS program.

Applicants must:

1.      Complete the College of Coastal Georgia admission process. Application for admission is available at ccga.edu. The College of Coastal Georgia must officially accept a student before the student can apply to the RS program.

2.      Complete the RS application available at ccga.edu. Submit all required documents online as instructed.

3.      Take the required HESI A2 Admission Assessment exam and submit the results with the application. Applicants must achieve a score of 75% or higher in each of the four (4) sections of the HESI A2 assessment.  The individual parts are Math, Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary and General Knowledge, and Anatomy and Physiology. Applicants must also take the Critical Thinking section of the HESI A2 assessment, although the results from this section will not be used during the decision regarding acceptance to the program. Applicants may not have more than two attempts on the HESI A2 exam (minimum of 30 days between tests). Achieving the 75% on the HESI A2 does NOT guarantee admission to the Radiologic Science program.  HESI A2 scores are valid for up to 3 years following testing. A student has 2 attempts to achieve the required score for each of the 4 sections of the HESI exam. The admission committee will accept the highest score for each section.

4.      Have a minimum grade of C in all required core courses.

5.      Have a minimum of a 2.5 overall grade point average (GPA). 

6.      If the student has ever received a D or F in a radiology course in any radiology program, they will be evaluated on an individual basis by the RS Admission and Progression Committee. 

7.      Meet/perform the Core Performance Standards as listed below:

• Critical thinking -- Critical-thinking ability sufficient for rapid clinical judgment and decision making.

• Interpersonal -- Interpersonal abilities sufficient for interaction with individuals, families and groups, from various social, emotional, cultural and intellectual backgrounds.

• Communication in English -- Communication abilities sufficient for verbal and written interaction with others to include note taking abilities and the ability to rapidly interpret and disseminate information.

• Mobility -- Physical abilities sufficient for movement from room to room and in small spaces.

• Motor Skills -- Gross and fine motor abilities sufficient for providing safe, effective patient care.

• Hearing -- Auditory ability sufficient for monitoring and assessing health needs.

• Visual -- Visual ability sufficient for observation and assessment necessary while patient is in your care.

• Tactile -- Tactile ability sufficient for physical assessment and radiographic positioning.
  Applicants to the Radiologic Science program at the College of Coastal Georgia should be aware that all courses within the didactic and clinical curriculum are required. The RS program does not currently have an advanced placement track.

Advanced Placement Policy
Applicants to the Radiologic Science program at the College of Coastal Georgia should be aware that all courses within the didactic and clinical curriculum are required. The RS program does not currently have an advanced placement track.