Radiologic Technology (AS)

Explore the Science Behind Medical Imaging

The Radiologic Technology Associate in Science (A.S.) program at FSW offers students a comprehensive introduction to the world of diagnostic medical imaging. This hands-on program is designed to train future radiologic technologists in the safe, effective use of X-ray equipment while emphasizing patient care, precision, and professionalism. This is a Limited Access Program. To be eligible, you must first be admitted to FSW and then submit a separate program application.

A radiologic technology student positions another student in front of an X-ray machine during a clinical training session, aligning her with the guidance of visible laser beams. Both wear clinical uniforms, and medical imaging equipment surrounds them in the lab.

Program Information

The Radiologic Technologist is an allied health professional who combines patient care skills with an in-depth knowledge of human anatomy and proficient utilization of medical imaging equipment. The technologist’s goal is to produce diagnostic images of the human body with minimum radiation exposure at a level of proficiency that will cause the least discomfort to the patient.

The Radiologic Technology Program is twenty-two months of full-time study. It includes classroom courses and extensive clinical laboratory experience in departments of radiology at participating clinical affiliates.

The program has limited enrollment. A freshman class begins each Fall Semester at the Lee County campus. Clinical assignments are made at hospital affiliates in Lee, Collier, and Charlotte Counties. Applicants must have successfully completed (with a grade of “C” or better) the following courses, or their equivalents, prior to admission to the program: MAC 1105 (College Algebra) and BSC 1085C or BSC 1093C (Anatomy and Physiology I). Applicants will be selected through the admission process outlined on the Florida SouthWestern State College website:

Admitted students will need to submit a criminal background check and health report before the start of the program.

Students are required to maintain a 2.0 grade point average in each radiologic technology (RTE) course to progress in the program curriculum. Each core course must be taken in sequence. A minimum of 77 credit hours with a 2.0 cumulative grade point average is required for graduation.

Graduates may apply for the examination of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) for national certification and subsequent licensure by each individual state.

Application Deadline: April 30

Program Prerequisites

The program prerequisites encompass the successful completion of the program acceptance process including program-level admission points, competition with all other applicants based on academic transcript evaluation, and affective skills demonstration. The admissions process requires satisfactory completion of a College-approved criminal history background check completed at the applicant’s expense. The clinical enrollment process requires satisfactory completion of an immunization and health report.

Radiologic Technology Career Opportunities

  • Diagnostic Technology
  • Computed Tomography (CAT Scan) Tech
  • MRI Technology
  • Mammography
  • Bone Densitometry
  • Healthcare Administration
  • Education
  • Research

Radiologic Technology Graduates Typically Earn

According to the latest survey from the American Society of Radiologic Technologists nationwide, the average annual salary for a new graduate is $41,612.

According to the Department of Labor, there are 3,000 national openings per year. Consistently, 90% of Florida SouthWestern State graduates from this program are locally placed.*

* For additional information please visit the Occupational Outlook Handbook.

Accreditation

The 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: mail@jrcert.org

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

Program Contact Information

For any additional program information, email us at alliedhealth@fsw.edu

Program Contact: Tamra Pacheco Coordinator Email tamra.pacheco@fsw.edu Phone (239) 985-3499