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2023-2024 Radiologic Technology Program Handbook

Mission

The mission of the Baker College Radiologic Technology program is to enable qualified students to develop into competent and professional entry-level radiographers who are prepared to successfully sit for the ARRT examination and acquire gainful employment. We believe that this is done through exercises in critical thinking, varied clinical experience, the encouragement of universally responsible behavior, and foundations in guiding radiologic principles.

As an essential component of the Baker College’s academic health programs, the Associate Applied Science Degree (AAS) program has the following goals:

• Students will perform competently.
• Students will critically think and solve problems effectively.
• Students will communicate effectively.
• Students will develop and grow professionally.
• Students will become successful graduates of the program.

Customer Satisfaction Policy

Baker College is an institution focused on customer satisfaction. To that end, any concerns or complaints regarding the Radiologic Technology Program can be sent to the attention of the director of the program on the appropriate campus. The director will investigate the complaint, consult with all parties involved, and provide a response as soon as all information has been evaluated. The program director will inform the Dean of Health Sciences of the complaint, investigation, and what actions have been taken.

If resolution cannot be reached at the level of the program director, the problem will follow the chain of command beginning with the Dean of Health Sciences, followed by the Chief Academic Officer/Vice President of Academics of the campus, the President of the campus, and finally the President of the Baker College System.

Program Outcomes

By the end of the Radiologic Technology Program, students will be able to:

Competence

• Produce diagnostically acceptable radiographs.
• Practice appropriate radiation safety measures.

Critical Thinking

• Adapt to challenging cases using accepted principles of radiologic science.
• Critique the diagnostic quality of digital images and correct non- quality images accordingly.

Communication

• Demonstrate oral communication skills that exhibit patience and empathy with patients regarding their health history and prescribed radiologic procedures.
• Use concise oral and written communication with physicians and members of the interdisciplinary team to provide optimal care to patients.

Professionalism

• Investigate the importance of professional growth, including continuing education, professional societies, career development, and participating in activities that promote the radiologic profession.
• Recognize the diverse needs of patients and co-workers.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist's Examination for Radiographers.
• Demonstrate professional behaviors and skills consistent with a preferred entry-level radiologic technologist.

Baker College Mission and Vision

Institutional Student Learning Outcomes

College of Health Science - Student Learning Outcomes

General Student Learning Outcomes

2017-2018 (UG17)

2018-2019 (UG18)

2019-2020 (UG19)

2020-2021 (UG20)

2021-2022 (UG21)

2022-2023 (UG22)

2023-2024 (UG23)

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 BLS/ CPR Requirements: American Heart Association Basic Life Support - Provider Course (Red Cross courses or certifications will not be accepted)

Students will complete two semesters of clinical rotations. Clinical rotations will start in early May and end in late December. Students are required to attend clinical experiences full-time which is defined as 40 hours a week, and 8-10 hour shifts. In addition, students may be expected to attend clinical rotations during 1st, 2nd, or a weekend rotating shift. The total time of clinical hours will be 1240 hours. Here are a list of clinical sites and program information:

• Muskegon Clinical Sites and Program Information
• Owosso Clinical Sites and Program Information

For more information about Professional Program Application (formerly LEA), visit baker.edu/PPA.

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