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PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Clarion's Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences program
is located at Venango Campus in Oil City and the Clarion Campus in Clarion. The program has an academic
preparation of two years (60 semester hours including general education) at
Clarion University and continues with a 24-month program of clinical study Both Clarion University and Clarion University-Venango Campus provide students the opportunity to receive a quality education in a supportive, dynamic, and unique environment. Students have the option of completing the general education requirements of the radiologic sciences program at either campus. Application to hospital schools of radiography typically occurs in the second semester of the sophomore year. Students who have met all 60 credits of science and general education requirements of the Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences degree program will be recommended as candidates for admission to affiliated hospital schools. A student who has earned 54 of the required 60 science and general education credits of the degree may be given conditional recommendation for admission. Admission to a clinical site is at the discretion of the staff of the clinical school. Admission to the Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences at Clarion University does not guarantee admission to a hospital-based program. Following completion of course work at Clarion University and an affiliated clinical practice site, the student is awarded a Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences degree from Clarion University and is eligible to sit for the national certification examination in radiography administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. After attaining the status of radiologic technologist, graduates may diversify into specialty areas of the radiologic sciences such as magnetic resonance imaging, radiation therapy, nuclear medicine, ultrasonography, computed tomography, mammography, administration, education, and medical sales. Careers in some specialty areas can be attained through on-the-job training and some through additional formal schooling. Currently, Clarion University does not offer programs in specialty areas of the radiologic sciences.
Clarion University’s Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences Degree Program prepares graduates as radiologic tech- nologists at the professional level. The program affords students the opportunity to attain a scientific knowledge base in radiography as well as a liberal arts education that will expand their role and function as a professional. Additionally, the program provides graduates with knowledge and skills necessary to advance in the science and practice of medical imaging and provides a foundation for graduate education in masters and doctorate programs.
RADIOLOGIC SCIENCES AT VENANGO CAMPUS
The Venango Campus is a close-knit community of knowledgeable, resourceful, enthusiastic, and caring faculty and staff who are dedicated to helping students achieve academic and personal success. Radiologic science majors who complete their first two years of general education at Clarion-Venango benefit in several ways from the individualized attention they receive. The small size of classes results in a low student/teacher ratio and provides students the opportunity to work closely with professors in establishing a solid academic foundation upon which to build their future clinical education. Venango Campus Resources Clarion-Venango radiologic science students also enjoy the full resources made available to them through the School of Nursing and Allied Health including the personalized attention of a dedicated staff that goes out of its way to assist students. Clarion-Venango student success is further augmented by the array of services available on campus. The Learning Support Center offers free tutoring for coursework specific to the Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences Program as well as assistance with study skills. Free student counseling services are also offered and are readily accessible. Support services continue to be available free of charge to radiologic science students in their junior and senior years as they complete their clinical education off campus at affiliated clinical sites. Opportunities to Become a Leader at the Venango Campus Diverse Clarion-Venango activities permit students a high degree of participation that leads to personal enrichment and growth. A new Venango Campus Allied Health Careers Club fosters camaraderie among radiologic science majors while providing them unique opportunities to explore the health care arena. Leadership skills that students develop as a result of campus and community involvement position them for success as future health care professionals. Actively involved students quickly stand out at the Venango Campus. Apartment Living at Clarion University-Venango Campus Beautiful, new student apartments enhance the Clarion-Venango radiologic science student experience. Students accepted to UPMC Northwest School of Radiologic Technology may find it convenient to continue residing in the student apartments as they complete their last two years of clinical education. Venango Campus Scholarships Achievements of Clarion-Venango radiologic science students stand out at the Venango Campus and are therefore highly visible to the Venango Campus Scholarship Committee. Several Venango Campus scholarships are designated solely for students who are pursing careers in a health care profession.
Although the Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences is designed to be completed in two academic years at Clarion University and 24 months at an affiliated hospital, part-time study is available during the first two years. The curriculum outline for the freshman and sophomore years is as follows:
Note Recommended Courses
All four affiliated radiologic technology programs are accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). The programs run 24 consecutive months (full-time only) and begin following the sophomore year at Clarion University. The hospital-based education experience includes structured academic classes and assigned clinical rotations through various radiology areas. Vacation days and semester breaks are scheduled by each radiologic technology program. Upon completion of the hospital program, students are awarded 60 academic credits from Clarion University. Formal application for acceptance to one of the four clinical sites is made in the sophomore year. Interviews are scheduled January through June. Final notice of acceptance is normally made March through June, depending on the specific clinical site. Admission to an affiliated hospital-based program is at the discretion of the staff of the hospital program.
PROFESSIONAL RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY ORGANIZATIONS American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) www.arrt.org American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) www.asrt.org Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) www.jrcert.org |
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Student Life at the Venango Campus
