Radiography
The Radiography curriculum prepares you to be a radiographer, a skilled healthcare professional who uses radiation to produce images of the human body. Radiography courses include face-to-face traditional courses (lectures and labs), clinical rotations, and synchronous online lectures. Students must have access to computers and internet resources. Computer labs are available for students on campus.
For information about the profession see the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) website and the American Society of Radiologic Technologists website.
Graduates may be employed in hospitals, urgent care centers, clinics, physicians' offices, government agencies, imaging centers, and industry.
Radiography Program Mission Statement
The program uses best education practices to produce competent entry-level technologists with professional communication and critical thinking skills. The program supports the mission of the North Carolina Community College System and the mission of Guilford Technical Community College by sharing its commitment to serving the community.
The program was awarded eight (8) year programmatic accreditation by The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) and is scheduled for renewal in 2023. The program operates by JRCERT Standards for an accredited educational program in radiography.
Graduates of the program may be eligible to apply to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography. The ARRT is the national examination for certification and registration for radiographers. Information about requirements can be found at the ARRT website.
Admission Information
Credentialing Options
Program Accreditation
The program has accreditation by The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). The program operates by JRCERT Standards for an accredited educational program in radiography. To pursue allegations of non-compliance, communication with the JRCERT is recommended.
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
Phone: 312-704-5300
Fax: 312-704-5304
www.jrcert.org
Regional Accreditation
Guilford Technical Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. GTCC also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of GTCC may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling 404-679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).
Program Outcome Data
JRCERT requires programs to make program effectiveness data (credentialing examination pass rate, job placement rate, and program completion rate) available to prospective students. Data for GTCC's program is available on the college's Radiography Program website.
Click to view the current GTCC Radiography Program Effectiveness Data.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Tonya Seawell, Med, RT(R), Instructor
- Dr. Donna Wright, EdD, RT(R), FAEIRS
- Julie Ann Kyle, BS, RT(R)(BD), Instructor/Clinical Coordinator
Yes, Financial aid is available if you qualify. Please visit the Financial Aid web page or contact the Financial Aid office at 336-334-4822 Option 3.
There are expenses in addition to tuition. Students need required textbooks, workbooks, notebooks/note-taking materials, and a calculator. For clinical assignment students need a criminal background check, a drug-screen, immunizations, CPR certification, lead markers, nametag and scrubs.
Each course syllabus identifies the course requirements. The grading scale for all the courses in the program is:
| Grade | Requirement |
|---|---|
| A | 90-100 |
| B | 80-89 |
| C | 70-79 |
| D | 60-69 |
| F | Below 60 |
GTCC Enrollment Services will review academic records from other institutions to determine if the courses meet admissions criteria. As long as the TEAS version is the same (currently 7.0), then GTCC will accept a TEAS score taken at another institution.
Yes. It is physically demanding. The job involves direct patient care that requires touching and positioning patient’s bodies for X-ray exams along with manipulating equipment.
Yes, sound communication skills are vital in working with patients and various health professionals.
The GTCC Radiography Program is designed to help the student technologist attain the
following goals:
Goal 1: Students will demonstrate professional communication skills.
Student learning outcomes:
- Students use proper oral communication.
- Students use proper communication during clinical assignments.
Goal 2: Students will demonstrate critical thinking.
Student learning outcomes:
- Students will evaluate images for quality.
- Students will utilize problem-solving skills related to the care of patients.
Goal 3: To demonstrate competence as an entry-level technologist.
Student learning outcomes:
- Students will correctly perform radiographic examinations.
- Students will apply knowledge needed for radiographers
Radiography is a limited enrollment program which means that space is limited, and acceptance into it may be competitive.
Students interested in applying for this program must follow the guidelines in the Radiography Admission Packet linked in the section above called "Admission Information."