Radiology


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Welcome to the Radiology Program

The Radiology Program prepares qualified individuals for a career as a radiologic technologist, R.T(R). Radiographers safely administer low levels of ionizing radiation to obtain diagnostic images. Individuals must be detail-oriented, precise and analytical, and understand spatial relationships. Extensive knowledge of patient care, anatomy & physiology, image production, radiation protection and procedures is required. Coursework will be completed in person and online. Specific details can be found on the program degree map. Graduates are eligible to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification exam. Employment opportunities include hospitals, imaging centers, physician offices and clinics. After certification, a radiographer may pursue other career opportunities in advanced imaging modalities offered at ACC: Computed Tomography, Mammography Technologist, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, and Cardiovascular Interventional Technology. Learn more by following the links below, or check out the Radiology FAQ.

AAS Program Outcomes Overview

 

2022 2023 2024
Graduation Rate 97.4% 88.9% 100%*
First-attempt Credentialing Exam Pass Rate
(6 months post-graduation)
97% 100% 96%
Job Placement Rate
(1 year post-graduation)
100% 100% 100%

*The graduation rate of 100% for the Class of 2024 includes the addition of six transfer students from the Limited Medical Radiologic Technology Certificate program.

To see the latest Program Effectiveness Data of ACC’s Radiology Program, click here. To see the Program’s latest Assessment Plan and Student Learning Outcomes, click here.

This 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: [email protected]

The program’s current award is 8 years. General program accreditation information and award letter can be found here.

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Radiology Updates

  • Diagnostic Medical Imaging Programs Statement on “Pass” and “No Pass”

    If a "P" grade is chosen for a Spring 2020 prerequisite course, the “P” grade will not be calculated in determining the GPA for ranking purposes and could impact your total ranking. This applies to Radiology, MRI, Computed Tomography, and Cardiovascular Interventional Technology applicants. For questions regarding choosing a "P" versus a performance grade (A, B, C) please contact Department Chair Kate Verdun at [email protected].

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  • Online Application Submission Process

    Due to public safety concerns, applications will not be accepted in person until further notice. Effective immediately, applicants for all Health Sciences programs except Associate Degree Nursing, Mobility Nursing, and RN-to-BSN should follow these instructions when submitting their application and supporting documents:

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  • Attention! All students that have not been accepted into an ACC Health Sciences program…

    All students who have not been accepted into an ACC Health Sciences program should declare General Studies in Pre-Health Sciences (Associate of Science) for their major. Once accepted into a program, the student's major will be updated.

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