Notice: The 3-year time limit for completion of the Intermediate Algebra prerequisite course for the Radiologic Technology program has been lifted. Biological science prerequisite courses for this program must however still be completed within 3 years of application to the program.
Program Description
The Radiologic Technology program fulfills the educational objectives established by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) and competencies outlined by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Program graduates are eligible to apply to take the national certification examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists; successful completion of the registry examination results in national certification as a Registered Radiologic Technologist, RT (R) ARRT.
The program is planned with a regional focus in collaboration with Edmonds Community College, Everett Community College, North Seattle Community College, Peninsula College, Skagit Valley College, and Whatcom Community College. Students are admitted through Bellingham Technical College. Students will be assigned regional clinical experience, on a variety of shifts, in hospitals and clinics in
Whatcom, Skagit, Island, Snohomish, and King counties. Students will need to provide their own transportation to clinical sites and be able to meet the various clinical schedules. Theory and application of coursework will be articulated with clinical experience using an integrated model of instruction including distance education components. This experience will provide opportunities for clinical competencies required of an entry-level staff technologist.
Radiologic Technologists must remain mentally and physically alert to react to emergency situations, safety hazard warnings, and equipment problems. The technologist must have the ability to feel, see, hear, and smell. The technologist is required to communicate with patients and maneuver patients and heavy equipment. Thus, the technologist must have adequate use of limbs and speech. Every reasonable attempt will be made to accommodate disabilities.
Mammography Certificate
For students who have completed a Radiologic Technology Program and have successfully obtained ARRT registration (must be eligible for their ARRT certificate prior to registering for courses, and must attain the certification and provide proof by the first day of class), BTC is offering a one quarter, on-line course which meets academic requirements for the ARRT Mammographic Registry. Instruction is structured and is not self paced. It is the students’ responsibility to secure clinical facilities for practical experience with the approval of the college. Clinical affiliates must be ACR accredited and committed to have students work with Registered Mammographers. Students will submit their clinical choice to BTC faculty with contact information.
Theory I and II may be taken individually for continuing education units for ARRT Registered Mammographers. The ARRT grants up to 12 CEUs for each credit in qualifying academic courses.
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Degree & Certificate Requirements
Courses Listed Alphabetically | Typical Student Schedule
The Radiologic Technology program begins fall quarter and is a total of seven (7) quarters. First year students attend fall, winter, spring, and summer. Second year students attend fall, winter, and spring. Courses will be scheduled at a variety of times during the day, late afternoon, and evening. Some courses will be provided online and some using video conference media at Everett, North Seattle, and Bellingham. Clinical shifts may be from 8 to 12 hours dependent on the quarter and may vary from days, evenings, or weekends at a variety of clinics and hospitals. Students must be able to accommodate the various clinical schedules. A cumulative GPA of 2.5 is required to progress in the program, but no course can be completed with less than a 2.0 GPA.
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Students may apply for an Associate in Applied Science degree an Associate in Applied Science - Transfer degree upon completion and verification of all requirements and standards.
For more information see Graduation Requirements and Standards
- Follow all safety guidelines and practice safe radiation procedures to fully protect staff, patients and self.
- Competently performs clinical and administrative components of each radiographic procedure. Produce optimal radiographic images, accurately assessing and applying corrections required when correcting suboptimal images
- Interact in a compassionate, respectful manner assessing patient condition and concerns: provide for patient safety, comfort, confidentiality and modesty.
- Conducts herself/himself in a professional manner according to ARRT and ASRT standards. Assess situations, exercise care, discretion and judgment; assume responsibility for professional decisions; support colleagues and acts in the best interest of the patient.
Application & Registration
To be eligible for admission to the Bellingham Technical College Radiologic Technology program, applicants must provide all of the following items in one complete application packet to:
Bellingham Technical College
ATTN: Admissions, Radiologic Technology
3028 Lindbergh Avenue
Bellingham, WA 98225-1599.
Admission forms for the application packet are available in the Admissions office or online. Incomplete application packets will not be considered.
- Completed BTC admissions application
- Criminal History Background Check verifying that there is not a history of child or adult abuse, financial exploitation of vulnerable adults, or other crimes against persons as defined in RCW 43.43.
- Receipt of payment of $10.00 for the Criminal Disclosure processing fee
- Evidence of high school graduation or its equivalent. Acceptable documents include a copy of your high school diploma, high school transcript, or GED certificate
- Radiologic Technology checklist including an indication of cohort preference
- Official transcripts containing evidence of successful completion of the prerequisite courses with the corresponding required GPA:
a. English Composition (ENGL& 101) 5 credits or equivalent. (Minimum 2.0 GPA)
b. Introduction to Computers (CAP 101)5 credits or equivalent. Equivalent courses must include windows, word processing, and spreadsheet. Students who do not have transcripts of formal computer training may challenge the CAP 101 requirement through examination. Click here for Challenge procedure information
c. Intermediate Algebra (MATH 099) 5 credits or equivalent. (Minimum 2.7 GPA)
d. Medical Terminology (HT 126 or HT 129) 5 credits. (Minimum 2.0 GPA)
e. Human A& P 1 and Human A&P 2 (BIOL& 241 & BIOL& 242), 5 credits each or equivalent within the last 3 years or departmental approval. (Minimum 2.7 GPA)
f. General Psychology (PSYC& 100) 5 credits. (Minimum 2.0 GPA)
Note: It is acceptable to repeat a prerequisite course in order to receive the required GPA. These courses must be taken at a regionally accredited college or university.
After acceptance into the Radiologic Technology program, and prior to registering for first quarter, the student is required to:
- Within the preceding six months of going to clinical, demonstrate satisfactory health status by a physical examination, including current immunizations; provide documentation of negative 2-step PPD testing, negative chest x-ray, or appropriate treatment. First clinical course will take place in January of the first year of the program. Students will not be allowed to register for classes until this form has been accepted by the college.
- Attend a mandatory summer orientation day. During this time the student is required to successfully complete a urine test for prohibited substances. This test will be arranged by a college representative and be administered on campus. Testing expenses are the responsibility of the student.
Prior to registration for the second quarter, the student is required to
- Be at least 18 years of age;
- Possess and maintain a current CPR card. Minimum CPR requirement is Heartsaver Complete (6hr). Accepted no later than Oct. 31st.
- Show proof of personal health insurance (student accident insurance is available). Accepted no later than Oct. 31st.
- Failure to comply with these requirements will block student access to clinic. Without access to clinic student will not progress in program.
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