RT - Radiologic Technology (AAS)

Computer Skills and Access 

Students need to have access to online resources to be successful in the Radiologic Technology program. 

Admission Requirements

In addition to the university undergraduate admission requirements, all applicants applying for admission into the Radiologic Technology Program must complete and meet the following requirements: 

• Students apply for admission to the Associate of Science with a major in Health Science  program and once the required General Education courses have been completed, students may apply for admission to Radiologic Technology program.  

• Admission to the Radiologic Program is based on the student’s required cumulative grade point average of a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale with a grade of “C” or higher in General Education courses. 

• All students must complete the HESI exam with a minimum average score of 75. 

• Immunization Requirements: A completed immunization form is due at the time of application to the Radiologic Technology program. Students enrolling in the RT program must have completed the immunization series before they will be scheduled for the clinical component of the program. Students without proof of completed immunizations will not be allowed to continue into the program. No exceptions.  

  • Hepatitis B Series:  The Texas Department of State Health Services requires that all students enrolled in health profession programs that are exposed to blood and body fluid must have completed the Hepatitis B series prior to direct patient care. The Hepatitis B series includes three injections. The Hepatitis B is a 3-stage series that will take at least 6 months to administer. 

  • Mumps, Measles, Rubella (MMR) 

  • Varicella 

  • Tetanus and Diphtheria 

  • Tuberculosis test – to be completed within 12 months prior to going to the clinical site. Two tests may be required depending on clinical placement.  If the TB test comes back positive, results from a current annual chest x-ray must be provided. 

  Some immunizations may need to be updated upon going to clinical. Clinical sites have the right to refuse students who have asked for exemptions from immunizations for personal or religious reasons. These cases will be handled individually. An interaction with patients in healthcare carries inherent risks to both the patient and healthcare provider. Students participating in the Radiologic Technology Program may be exposed to blood, body tissues or fluids and communicable diseases. All students are expected to provide appropriate care to all assigned patients regardless of their medical diagnosis. Some of the patient’s medical diagnoses may include tuberculosis, MRSA, hepatitis A, B, or C, HIV/AIDS or other transmittable diseases. Students may also care for patients who are unidentified carriers of infectious disease. As in many health professions and programs, students may occasionally be exposed to bodily injuries and environmental hazards. Information on vaccination requirements and exemptions can be found on MyParker. 

• CPR Certification: The Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology program requires students to have a current Texas Healthcare Provider CPR Certification. Proof of which must be submitted when applying for admission to the program. CPR for BLS Healthcare Provider Card must not expire while attending the RT program. If the student’s CPR for BLS Healthcare Provider Card expirers, they may be dismissed from the program, as it is vital that the CPR for BLS Healthcare Provider Card stay current. American Heart Association – The AHA CPR classes for BLS is for the Healthcare Professional, if students are in the medical field, BLS is the only class available. It is the most widely accepted course for hospitals and dentists. Acceptable CPR courses must be BLS for Healthcare Professionals. Online courses will not be accepted. 

• Criminal Background Check/ Drug Screening: After being accepted to the program, but before clinical classes begin, students must undergo and pass a criminal background check and drug screening. These screenings will be administered through the university and will be at the student's expense. There are no exceptions. Upon acceptance/admission to the University, students will need to sign a waiver acknowledging that they may be dismissed from the program if they fail to meet the requirements to be placed in a clinical setting. 

  • If an applicant has been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony, the applicant may be denied acceptance to the University without further reason. If the applicant should be granted acceptance, the applicant acknowledges that they may not be able to obtain clinical experience, licensure in a/any state upon graduation; based on their criminal record and agrees that the University will not be held liable in the case of failure to progress in clinical rotation and/or achieve licensure. Failure to disclose a misdemeanor or felony to the University is grounds for dismissal.  

• Once accepted into the program, it is the student’s responsibility to notify the RT program Director in writing immediately of any subsequent changes in criminal history that occur after the admission background check has been completed. Failure to disclose changes in criminal history will result in dismissal from the program. 

• Drug screenings are performed as a condition of acceptance into the Radiologic Technology Program. The student will be responsible for any cost involved in a drug screen. Failure to comply with the drug screen or to pay for the drug screen will result in dismissal from the RT program. 

• The Radiologic Technology program online application and all required documentation must be submitted by the designated due date. Due dates are listed below for application deadlines. Incomplete applications and/or requirements, in addition to applications received after the application due date will NOT be accepted. 

  Application Due Date	Major Semester
  October 1	Winter – January
  February 1	Summer – May
  June 1	Fall – September

Criminal Background Check 

Upon acceptance/admission to the University, students will need to sign a waiver acknowledging that they may be dismissed from the program if they fail to meet the requirements to be placed in a clinical setting.  The student will be responsible for any cost involved in a drug screen. Failure to comply with the drug screen or to pay for the drug screen will result in dismissal from the RT program. 

A criminal background check will be performed 30 days prior to attending the clinical setting. Students cannot participate in the clinical setting without a “clear” criminal history background check. Clinical sites, in accordance with the regulations of the State of Texas and national accreditation agencies, require employees, students, and volunteers who work with children, the elderly, or the disabled to have a “clear” criminal history background check. Agencies vary as to what the definition of “clear” means. The facilities may choose to request additional nationwide and international criminal history background checks. The final decision regarding acceptance of a student at the Clinical site based on previous criminal history rests with each facility. A student who does not have a clear criminal history record is required to meet with the RT Program Director prior to admission into the RT program to discuss the implication of the criminal record on their potential progression in and completion of all requirements of the curriculum. A felony conviction may affect a graduate’s ability to sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist, Radiography Examination. 

Students that have a criminal background SHOULD apply to the ARRT to get a pre-application packet in order to see if the ARRT is going to allow the student to sit for the Registry. There is a fee to submit a pre-application. 

Physical Requirements 

Each student is required to have a physical health screen check-up. Each student must exhibit good physical health and endurance. Due to the nature of the coursework and clinical content, sufficient physical strength is required for lifting and moving of patients and handling radiography equipment in a clinical setting.