Program Purpose, Mission & Student Learning Outcomes

Purpose

The purpose of the program is to provide educational opportunities in the radiological sciences to members of the communities supported by the sponsor.

Mission Statement

The DCH School of Radiologic Technology is committed to prepare students to be competent, entry-level radiographers, and provide high quality health care professionals to any medical community.

Student Learning Outcomes

Goal 1: Students will have the professional skills necessary to perform competently in the clinical setting.

Student Learning Outcomes

a. Students will demonstrate competency in the clinical setting.

b. Students will practice and demonstrate proper radiation protection for their self, patient and others.

c. Graduates will demonstrate skills necessary to produce quality diagnostic radiographic images.

d. Students will provide quality patient care.

Goal 2: Students will practice effective communication.

Student Learning Outcomes

a. Students will communicate effectively in the clinical setting.

b. Students will be able to obtain a pertinent history and educate the patient about the procedure.

Goal 3: Students will use critical thinking and problem solving skills.

Student Learning Outcomes

a. The student will determine the need to modify standard procedures to accommodate patient condition and other variables.

b. The student will recognize emergency patient conditions.

Goal 4: Students will exhibit professional growth.

Student Learning Outcomes

a. The student will apply the values and ethics of a radiographer.

b. The student will research various organizations and societies within the radiologic profession.

c. Students will complete a resume workshop.

d. Students will develop a diagnostic equipment design project.

Goal 5: The Program will continue to demonstrate effectiveness.

Programmatic effectiveness measurable outcome

a. The program will achieve a satisfactory student completion rate.

b. Graduates will be adequately prepared to pass the ARRT examination on the first attempt.

c. Graduates will find employment as radiographers within six months of graduation.

d. Program graduates will report a high level of satisfaction with the Program.

e. Employers will report a high level of satisfaction with Program graduates.