Mission & Goals

Mission Statement

The mission of Austin Community College Diagnostic Medical Imaging Program is to provide students with the essential skills and knowledge necessary to be successful on the national credentialing examination, join the workforce as radiographers, and pursue opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.

Vision Statement

To be the leader in radiologic science education, empowering students to pursue passion for lifelong learning, career advancement and excellence in patient care.

Teaching Philosophy

The Faculty of the Diagnostic Medical Imaging-Radiology Program is passionate about our profession, and dedicated to providing students the necessary instruction in technical, academic, and clinical skills to become successful graduate radiographers. We believe all individuals are unique and dynamic individuals with inherent dignity and worth, and therefore deserving of respect. Compassion and professionalism are the hallmarks of excellent caregivers and we adapt to the ever-changing technology in our profession.

Program Goals

• Students will demonstrate clinical competency.
• Students will demonstrate critical thinking skills.
• Students will demonstrate effective communication skills.