Associate of Applied Science Degree (RAD-AAS)
About The Program- Radiologic Sciences
The Radiologic Sciences program is in partnership with Detroit Medical Center (DMC) and Henry Ford Ascension, it is designed to ensure that entry-level radiologic technologists possess the essential technical and clinical skills to produce quality radiographs, become part of a healthcare team, and provide quality patient care. Upon completion of the program, graduates are prepared to pass the certification examination offered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT).
This Program Offers
- Associate of Applied Science: 66 credit hours
Program Goals
To graduate qualified entry-level students to develop into competent and professional radiologic technologists who are prepared to successfully challenge the ARRT examination.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of the program, the student will be able to:
• Possess the skills necessary for a radiologic sciences professional, who are responsible fo the administration of ionizing radiation to humans for diagnostic, therapeutic or research purposes.
• Produce radiographic examinations that create the images needed for patient diagnosis.
• Maintain the highest degree of accuracy in radiographic positioning and radiation exposure.
• Exhibit professional characteristics, such as becoming part of a health care team, good judgment, and stewardship over the security and confidentiality associated with patient medical information.
Admission Requirements:
All prerequisites must be completed with a 2.0 or better. Transferring students must complete at least 12 credit hours at WCCCD. After the completion of the Sinai-Grace Hospital or Henry Ford Ascension component of the program, students will be granted a block of 30 credits in the radiologic sciences and be eligible for an Associate of Applied Science Degree in the Radiologic Sciences and therefore eligible to apply for certification as a Radiologic Technologist. Students must officially apply for their degree by completing and submitting the Wayne County Community College District Certificate and Degree Application.
Once the student has completed the prerequisites, they may then apply to the radiologic sciences program at the hospital.
• Complete the application
• Sign the Technical Standards Survey
• Provide 3 current letters of reference
• Provide official high school and college transcripts
• Undergo a background check and drug screen
Radiologic Sciences Program Hospital Options:
• Ascension St. John Hospital School of Radiologic Technology
• Ascension Providence School of Radiologic Technology
• Detroit Medical Center
