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For additional information please visit www.sjcme.edu/gps/radiologicscience.htm or call our office 804/627-5408.
Pre-requisite courses do not have to be taken at St. Joseph's College. Pre-requisite courses may be completed with any accredited college.
Goals:
1. Provide students with necessary skills to competently perform as an entry level Radiologic Technologist.
2. Produce graduates who will provide an optimal level care while maintaining high ethical and professional standards.
3. Provide an educational experience that result in a high level of satisfaction for graduates.
A 18-month program Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; no part-time or evening options.
Our organization is pleased to offer this new and innovative curriculum that will allow students to enter the workforce more quickly while maintaining our high standards of education. The Radiography program quality and depth has remained the same and continues to meet requirements established by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists.
8550 Magellan Parkway, Suite 700
Visitors and prospective students seen by appointment only.
Information sessions are open to the public and do not require a reservation. Please come on one of the above scheduled dates. Admissions Representatives will be available to answer questions
All sessions are held at:
Bon Secours Memorial School of Nursing
8550 Magellan Pkwy, Suite 1100
Richmond, VA 23227
Bon Secours St. Mary's School of Medical Imaging makes selection of applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability or age.
Basic Application Requirements
- High School diploma or GED equivalent - proof of completion required
- Cumulate GPA of 2.5 on pre-application courses; official transcripts required.
- CPR Certification from American Heart Association (BLS for Healthcare Providers) required for application 2009 or later. Students accepted in 2008 must complete CPR certification prior to program orientation in late August but are not required to have CPR at time of application.
- Applicant must be 18 years of age on the first day of class.
- Accepted student must meet requirements established by Bon Secours Richmond Health System including proper immunization*, drug screening*, and background screening*.
- Candidates must meet minimum physical standards for acceptance. Minimum Physical Standards are provided below.
- Accepted applicants must show proof of health insurance. Health insurance is not available through the school.
- Completion of all (pre-application) pre-requisite courses listed below.
- Pre-Application Courses: All courses must be from an approved college and must be completed by posted deadline for application cycle of the application year.
| Written/Oral Communications – 3 credits (English or Speech, grade of C minimum) |
English 111, 112 or Speech |
| Math or Physics – 3 credits (grade of C minimum) |
Math 120 will be accepted for 2008 but not for application 2009 or later. Applicants in 2009 or later must complete math above 120 level. Physics classes must contain a math component |
| Anatomy Part I – 4 credits (grade of C minimum) |
NAS 161 or BIO 141 |
| Anatomy Part II -- 4 credits (grade of C minimum) |
NAS 162 or BIO 142 |
| Medical Terminology -- 2 or more credits (grade of C minimum) |
HLT 143 or similar |
| Arts and Humanities -- 3 credits (grade of C minimum) |
Ethics, Philosophy, History |
| Information Systems -- 3 credits (grade of C minimum) |
Introduction to Computing or other computing course |
| Social or Behavioral Sciences -- 3 credits (grade of C minimum) |
Psychology or Sociology of any type |
| TOTAL 25 minimum |
Application Process
- Complete all pre-requisite courses prior to application
- Obtain application online, by phone or mail
- Gather 3 Letters of Recommendation
- Mail completed application (with $50 fee) between posted deadlines for desired application cycle (See Admission Cycle Dates Below
- Await notification of qualified candidate status
Application Period |
Acceptance/Decline Notifications |
Start Date for Accepted Applicants |
| January 1, 2008 - May 15, 2008 | Mid-June, 2008 | September 2008 |
| January 1, 2009 - May 15, 2009 | Mid-June 2009 | September 2009 |
| October 1, 2010 - February 1, 2010 | March 2010 | May 2010 |
| October 1, 2011 - February 1, 2001 | March 2011 | May 2011 |
| July 1, 2012 - October 1, 2012 | November 2012 | January 2012 |
Admission Process for Candidate who Meets Basic Application Requirements by Deadline
- Take Admission Exam on a Schedule Exam Day (Candidates will be notified of appointment by phone or email).
The Admission Exam created by the School of Medical Imaging Faculty assesses: Anatomy, Basic Math, Medical Terminology and includes an essay, and written interview questions.
2008 Admission Testing Friday, May 16th, 1:00-4:00 pm or Monday, May 19th, 9:00-12:00 pm -- (Appointment required). - Await letter of decline or acceptance (Any acceptance is contingent on successful screening, physical exam and further required documentation)
Acceptance Process
- Undergo background and drug screening*
- Undergo physical exam*
- Receive required immunization*
- Show proof of major medical insurance (not available through the school)*
- Purchase textbooks, clinical shoes, and uniforms prior to program start*
- Show proof of American Heart Association: Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (Infant, Child, Adult, AED). Special approval required for Red Cross CPR.
Admission Decisions
- Applicants are assigned points for each component of the application process: Interview Questions, Essay, Admission Exam, GPA (Based on Pre-application courses).
Admission is based on that numeric rank score against other applicants. - Strong grades in pre-application courses and good performance on the admission exam are very important to this numeric score.
- Bon Secours St. Mary's School of Medical Imaging Radiography Program makes selection of applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability or age.
Transfers
The Bon Secours St. Mary's School of Medical Imaging Radiography Program accepts transfer courses based on the following guidelines.
Radiography Students- Evaluated on an individual basis
- Requires submission of transcripts and syllabi from an accredited, U.S. Military, or foreign program
- Requires professional translation of non-English transcripts
Refer to Tuition and Fee Schedule, Out of Pocket Expenses in Addition to Tuition.
Minimum Physical (Technical) Standards
Accepted applicants are required to sign a form stating that they can meet the following standards with or without accommodation. Should the student need accommodation he/she will be required to list required accommodations. The Technical standards that MUST be met by students entering the program.
Each student must be able to:
- Retrieve x-ray tube hanger from ceiling parked position.
- Communicate in a clear and concise manner to patients and people in various departments.
- Read and apply appropriate instructions in all aspects of procedure performance
- Transport cassettes and equipment from central storage area to examination room.
- Move immobile patients from radiographic tables to stretchers and wheelchairs and vice-versa.
- Transport patient using wheel chair and/or stretchers to and from designated areas.
- Maneuver portable x-ray units into patient care areas.
- Understand and apply clinical instructions given from the School and departmental personnel.
- Input clinical data into equipment consoles and computers.
- Monitor patients in dimly lit areas.
- Communicate with patients during radiographic examinations.
- During operation of numerous pieces of equipment, be able to monitor various alarms and indicators emitted by equipment.
- Perform work with patients that requires locomotion.
Course Descriptions by Semester
Class of 2009
May 6, 2008 - Summer Semester Begins
August 22, 2008 - Summer Semester Ends
September 3, 2008 - Fall Semester Begins
December 19, 2008 - Fall Semester Ends
(Subject to Change with Notice)
Radiography Student Fees
The estimated program total cost for Radiography students is approximately $10,500. See fees and tuition below. Tuition and fees are due each semester and are determined by the number of credits and course types taken. Students are invoiced prior to the beginning of each semester.
Note that some costs are incurred prior to the first semester of school (Uniforms, Health Fee, Background Check, First Semester Books).
| Tuition Rate | $110 Per Credit Hour- Tuition is due on the first day of each semester. Refer to Curriculum to determine the number of credits per semester. Payment accepted in the form of check, cashier’s or charge, no cash accepted. Federal Financial Aid is Not Available at this Time. Private Lender Information Available Upon Request. |
| Health Screening Fee- Includes Antibody testing, booster immunization if indicated, drug screening, physical Exam, fit-testing for masks, TB Testing | $300 (New Incoming Radiography Students Only, Other Students Refer to Fees Below). |
| Background Check (Must be completed between acceptance and start of school). | $65 |
| Health Insurance (Student must have health insurance for entire enrollment, cost varies per individual and is not available through Bon Secours for non-employees) | Variable Cost |
| Lab Fee | $50 Per Course (Specific Courses Only, Refer to Curriculum) |
| Learning Resource Fee- Includes use of computer lab, software, online learning supplemental services, library services, printing and copying, library, program teaching resources. | $200 Per Semester |
| Uniforms- Includes specific approved (2) uniform pants, (2) tops, (1) lab coat, approved shoes (Accepted students will be provided purchasing details). | Estimated Cost- $230 |
| Books | First Semester Books (Used through out program) Estimated $550 Fifth Semester Books- Estimated $200 In some instances students may be able to purchase used books, however this is not guaranteed as we use online supplemental aids that are included with new textbook purchases for some courses. |
| Graduation Fee- Include processing of final transcripts, graduation ceremony, cap & gown, diploma, and keepsake memento | $190 |
| Returning Student Screening Fee- Fee applies to any student that is out of the school for one semester or longer and include review of health file, TB testing, Drug Screen | $65 |
| Clinical Marker Replacement Fee- billed to students who loose clinical marker tools that have been assigned to the student. | $20 |
Advanced Modality Fees
| CT Workshop- includes 4 day workshop, course materials, lunch and snacks. | $599 |
| Bone Densitometry Workshop- includes 1 day workshop, course materials, and lunch. | $99 |
| Mammography Workshop- includes 40 hour workshop, course materials, lunch, snacks | $500 |
| Advanced Modality Clinical Pre-Rotation Health Screening Fee- $95 fee is for individuals with complete immunization records and required immunities. Includes evaluation of immunization records, TB testing, Drug Screening, Health Assessment, Fit-testing. $300 fee is for individuals with incomplete vaccination records or incomplete immunity (rubella, rubeola, mumps, varicella, hepatitis B). Health Screening Fee includes record review, antibody testing, booster immunization if indicated, drug screening, physical exam, fit-testing for masks, TB Testing |
$95 or $300 |
Advanced Modality Clinical (AIC 200) Includes 250 hours of clinical education geared to provide opportunity to earn competencies for ARRT advanced modality certification. Available for CT, MRI, Mammography, Bone Densitometry. Clinical Pre-Rotation Health Screening Fee and Background Check Required |
$200 |
| Advanced Modality Pre-Rotation Background Check | $65 |
Refund Policy
A student withdrawing from the program should submit a letter of resignation to the Program Director and a conference with the instructors and Program Director should precede formal withdrawal.
Students will be refunded 100% if withdrawing through the first week of class, 80% if withdrawing during the second week of class. The amount of refund will decrease by 20% per week up to and including the sixth week of the semester. No refund for the semester will be made after the sixth week of classes for that semester.
Due Process Policy
Due process appeals are intended for appeal of non-grade matters.The following steps are provided to the student so that a complaint or grievance may be given a fair and honest hearing in a prompt manner.For matters related to a specific course:
- The student must present the grievance to the appropriate faculty member within 7 days of occurrence, the faculty member shall respond within 5 working days.
- If the student does not find the matter sufficiently resolved the student must present the matter to the Dean/Director of the Bon Secours School of Medical Imaging within 7 days. The Dean/Director shall respond within 5 working days.
- If the student does not find the matter sufficiently resolved, within 7 days the student must present the matter to the Executive Vice President/Administrator of Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital; a decision will be made within 10 working days. This decision will be considered final.
- If the student does not find the matter sufficiently resolved, within 7 days the student must present the matter to the Advisory Board in a called Advisory Board meeting. This meeting will exclude any party that has already been petitioned. The Advisory Board shall respond within 5 working days.
Revised 1/2002, 8/2004, 7/2006
For matters related to administrative decisions:
- The student must present the grievance to the Dean/ Director within 7 days of occurrence; the Dean/ Director shall respond within 5 working days.
- If the student does not find the matter sufficiently resolved, within 7 days the student must present the matter to the Advisory Board in a called Advisory Board Meeting that shall be arranged by the Dean/ Director. This meeting will exclude any party that has already been petitioned. The advisory Board shall respond within 5 working days.
- If the student does not find the matter sufficiently resolved, within 7 days the student must present the matter to the Executive Vice President/Administrator of Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital; a decision will be made within 10 working days. This decision will be considered final.
Revised 7/2006
ALL DECISIONS SHALL BE GIVEN TO THE STUDENT IN WRITING.
In the event of a written complaint to the JRCERT, or a “Standards” non-compliance issue, and subsequent notification to the program, immediate priority will be given to resolution of the deficiency in order to maintain accreditation. The Program Director is expected to respond to the JRCERT in the time frame provided outlining the resolution/plan for resolution of the issue addressed.
Graduation Requirements
Students may graduate who have:
- Completed all courses prescribed with a grade of "C".
- Completed all clinical competence requirements.
- Met all final written obligations to the program.
The School of Medical Imaging hosts presentations that meet ASRT guidelines for Category A Continuing Education Credits. Presentations are held on evenings and weekends throughout the year on current topics pertinent to your professional development. These presentations are open to ARRT registered technologists for a per session fee. For more information, call (804)627-5408.
Want to branch out?
Bon Secours School of Medical Imaging is now offering Computed Tomography (CT) & Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Programs. If you are an RT, or senior level student in RT school, our programs can open exciting doorways in the dynamic field of Medical Imaging. Download an application >>
Computed Tomography
Beginning in 2008 our CT program will be a 40 hour workshop designed to instruct technologists and radiography students on theory and processes used in CT. The cost of registration is $599 and includes 2 meals per day and all materials. Classes will be held Monday – Friday from 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.
Classes in the workshop include:
- Cross-sectional pathology & review
- Law, Ethics and Diversity
- Pharmacology / Venipuncture
- Introduction to CT & Equipment
- CT Protocols
- CT Physics
- Clinical Component – Optional
This workshop does not provide clinical contact hours needed to apply to the ARRT. Participants can enroll in a supplemental clinical education course with our organization after completion of the workshop. Clinical course students are required to complete a physical, a criminal background check, and a drug-screen. Please contact the program office for a copy of the Clinical Application.
Participants must:
- Hold an ARRT Registry or be ADD-CT Registered
- Or be a Senior (2nd year) Student in Radiography Program
- And pay the course fee in advance of the workshop.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (Next Offered: June)
The MRI program is a 6-month program that meets one night per week for 2-4 hours. Program begins each year in June.
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- ARRT Registered or MRI Registered
- Senior 2nd year Student in Radiography Program
- And have a 2.5 Cumulative GPA
Classes include:
- Cross-sectional pathology & review
- Law, Ethics and Diversity
- Pharmacology/ Venipuncture
- Core courses listed above plus
- Introduction to MRI & Equipment
- MRI Protocols
- MRI Physics
- Clinical Component- Optional
Clinical course students are required to complete a physical, a criminal background check, and a drug-screen. Please contact the program office for a copy of the Clinical Application.
Mammography (Next Offered: March, July, October)
The mammography program is a 40-Hour weekend workshop offered 3 times per year. Classes are held on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday from 8:00 am to 8:30 pm including a 1.5 hour dinner break and Saturday 8:00am – 4:00pm.
This program is designed to meet the MQSA 40 hour education requirement for practice. This program does not include clinical exams as required by the ARRT. Participants can enroll in supplemental clinical training available upon request for additional cost. Clinical course students are required to complete a physical, a criminal background check, and a drug-screen. Please contact the program office for a copy of the Clinical Application.
The workshop fee is $499 and includes 2 meals per day and all materials.
Participants must meet the following requirements:
- ARRT Registered
- Or be a senior (2 nd year) Student in Radiography Program
- And pay the course fee in advance of the workshop.
Bone Densitometry (Next Offered: August)
8 Hour Weekend Workshop for Imaging Professionals. This program does not include clinical exams as required by the ARRT and may not meet criteria established by State Boards of Medicine.
Registry Review (Next Offered: March)
This 1-day workshop is designed to review critical topics for technologists and students preparing for the ARRT primary credentialing examination.
MRI Registry Review (Next Offered: June)
8 Hour Workshop
Clinical Education (An additional fee.)
Clinical training is offered to Imaging Professionals for advanced modalities to meet the needs for credentialing by the ARRT. Hours of clinical education include day, evening and weekend, depending on clinical site availability and student preference. Clinical education opportunities through the school are designed to meet the minimum requirement of exams for the ARRT competency requirement only.
Students who wish to enroll in clinical instruction must complete and be approved through physical screening and background checks as determined by Bon Secours Richmond Health System. Additional fee for screening is the responsibility of the student.
Limited Licensure Technologists
Limited license technologists may not apply/enroll for the MRI, CT, Mammography or clinical courses in the advanced modality programs. Individuals must be ARRT or comparable registered for enrollment.
Bon Secours School of Medical Imaging
Radiography Program
804/627-5408
8550 Magellan Parkway; Suite 700
Richmond, Virginia 23227
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