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FSW Radiologic Technology Graduates Have 100 Percent Pass Rate on National Certification Exam

Aug 29, 2016

AUGUST 29, 2016 – FORT MYERS, FLA. – For the twelfth straight year, 100 percent of Florida SouthWestern State College’s (FSW) Radiologic Technology graduates have passed the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) National Certifying Exam on the first attempt. 

“During the last 12 years, we have had 265 graduates successfully pass the exam, and a vast majority are meaningfully employed in the field,” said James Mayhew, FSW Radiologic Technology Program Director. “Since the beginning of the program in 1992, over 600 individuals have started their career in Radiologic Technology at FSW and many have gone on to loftier positions in management, education and business.”

To help prepare for and successfully pass the certification exam, students take a capstone course during their final semester of the program. The course reviews material from the previous five semesters, administers mock registry exams, help students with employment skills including interviewing and resume writing, helps improve test-taking skills, and prepares students for entry into the field of Radiologic Technology.  In addition, an intensive two-day registry review program is also offered.

The Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology is one of seventeen career options offered in the FSW School of Health Professions. The program is fully accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Graduates may apply for the examination of the ARRT for national certification and subsequent licensure by each individual state.

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Florida SouthWestern State College is Southwest Florida’s largest and one of the most affordable institutions of higher education. Annually serving nearly 22,000 students globally, FSW offers a variety of nationally-ranked, career-focused academic programs with two- and four-year degrees, and professional certifications. Students are also active in clubs and programs catered to their interests. FSW debuted its intercollegiate athletics program in January 2016. Visit www.FSW.edu for more information.

Last Updated: August 29, 2016