Radiography

Program Overview

The Radiography curriculum prepares the graduate to be a radiographer, a skilled health care professional who uses radiation to produce images of the human body.

What You'll Learn

Throughout the program, you'll gain skills in:​

  • Proper radiation protection​
  • Accurate patient positioning for imaging
  • Adjusting procedures for unique patient needs​
  • Evaluating images for quality
  • Effective communication with patients and healthcare teams​
  • Professional behavior and strong work ethics​

Career Opportunities

As a graduate, you can pursue a role as a Radiologic Technologist.

You may also seek advanced certification in Computed Tomography, MRI, Mammography, Radiation Therapy, Nuclear Medicine Technology, and Bone Densitometry.

Explore more information and positions in the Radiography field!

How Do I Get Started?

If you are a new student, complete your admissions steps for the college.

All Health Science applicants must attend a mandatory information session. Check dates and times for available sessions.

The application to your program will be provided once you have attended a session.

Print and review the most admissions and transfer credit policy. They are your guide to successfully navigating entry into and completion of your program.

2026 Radiography Admission Policy (PDF)

Transfer of Credits Policy

 

Accreditation

The Johnston Community College Radiography Program is accredited by the :
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
20 Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, Illinois 60606-3182
(312) 704-53400
Email:  mail@jrcert.org

The program’s current award is 8 years. General program accreditation information and current award letter can be found at the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).

The mission of the Radiologic Science Division of Johnston Community College is to graduate safe Practitioners capable of performing adequately at the entry level and passing the National Certification Examination.

Program Mission

The mission of the Radiologic Science Division of Johnston Community College is to graduate safe Practitioners capable of performing adequately at the entry level and passing the National Certification Examination.

Program Goals and Outcomes

Students will be clinically competent.

  1. Students will utilize proper radiation protection.
  2. Students will appropriately position patients for examinations.

Students will appropriately use problem solving and critical thinking skills.

  1. Students will modify examination for non-routine patients.
  2. Students will produce an adequate image at the appropriate patient dose.

Students will be able to effectively communicate information.

  1. Students will effectively communicate with patients.
  2. Students will utilize effective oral communication.

Students/Graduates will demonstrate professionalism and professional growth and development.

  1. Students/Graduates will demonstrate professional behavior.
  2. Students/Graduates will demonstrate work ethic.

Program Effectiveness is established by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). Program Effectiveness data must include the program's job placement rate, completion rate, and credentialing examination rate.

Program Effectiveness (PDF) Report 

Job Placement Rate

The annual job placement rate is calculated using the 12-month post-graduation data for employment.

The job placement rate is defined as the number of graduates employed in radiologic sciences compared to the number of graduates actively seeking employment in the radiologic sciences.

The JRCERT has defined not actively seeking employment as:

  1. Graduate fails to communicate with program officials regarding employment status after multiple attempts.
  2. Graduate is unwilling to seek employment that requires relocation.
  3. Graduate is unwilling to accept employment due to salary or hours.
  4. Graduate is on active military duty, and/or
  5. Graduate is continuing education.

Program Completion Rate

The annual program completion rate is calculated for students who exit the program for academic reasons. Student who exit due to nonacademic reasons are not considered in the completion rate.

Credentialing Examination Pass Rate

The credentialing pass rate is calculated for the number of students who pass the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) examination within six months of graduation. For more information regarding program effectiveness data visit the JRCERT website.

In-State Tuition and Fees-includes related and core courses - 73 credit hours (subject to change $6,082.50
Dosimeter fees- $50 each semester-(subject to change) $250.00
Radiation Markers (R-L/2 sets) $40.00
Healthcare Provider (Registration Fee and Card) $77.50
Books (for the 2 years) $1,000.00 - $1,500.00
Lab Fee (One time incurred 1st Semester) $75.00
Uniforms, etc... $275.00
Professional Liability Insurance (Annually $20) $40.00
Physical Exam & Lab Work $345.00
Criminal Background, Drug Screen, and Immunization Tracker $150.00
Annual drug screening requirements per clinical contracts $70.00
Testing Admission to Program (TEAS)-cost varies per location $115.00
Testing Fees (certification) $225.00
Graduation Fees $80.00
NCSRT annual conference (optional-highly recommended) $300.00
Registry Review Seminar (optional-highly recommended) $200.00
Total Estimate Cost $9,325.00 - $9,825.00

Mileage to clinical and JCC main campus is not included in these approximate costs.

JCC RADIOGRAPHY PROGRAM GRADING SYSTEM

The JCC radiography program uses a 7 point grading scale.  Students must maintain a 77 (C) or higher at the completion of each course is the program of study to progress in the program. 

A( 93-100)        B(92-85)         C (84-77)         D (76-70)         F (Below 70)

All courses must be kept in sequence.  Related courses must be taken in the semester that they are listed in the program of study.

JCC RADIOGRAPHY PROGRAM GRADUATION POLICY

Radiography students are eligible for the Associates of Applied Science Degree upon meeting the following requirements:

  1. Passed all courses specified and required in the Radiography program at Johnston Community College.
  2. Earned a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 on all courses attempted at the College.
  3. Taken and passed at least one fourth (25 percent) of the courses required in the program at Johnston Community College. It is anticipated that the final 15 semester credit hours be completed at the College.
  4. Have paid all financial obligations owed to the College.
  5. Filed with the Registrar’s Office an application to graduate by the published deadline for student’s final semester.

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