Radiography Overview:

If you're interested in starting a new career and becoming a Radiologic Technologist, you can explore the field of radiography. Radiologic Technologists play a crucial role in patient care teams, specializing in the use of medical imaging techniques to help diagnose and treat illnesses and injuries. At ECPI University, you have the opportunity to earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Health Science – Medical Radiography in as little as 18 months.

The Medical Radiography program at ECPI University is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) at the Newport News, Virginia, and Northern Virginia campuses. JRCERT is the only agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) for accrediting educational programs in radiography, radiation therapy, magnetic resonance, and medical dosimetry. The next scheduled review is in 2025.

Possible Career Track: Radiography professionals are in demand across various healthcare settings and industries, including:

• Hospitals & Medical Imaging Centers
• Outpatient Care Centers & Primary Care Clinics
• Government & Military
• Medical Research
• Mobile Imaging
• Radiology Sales & Service
• Education & Industry

Graduates from the Medical Radiography program at ECPI University are eligible to sit for the national certification examination with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Program Goals & Learning Outcomes: Upon program completion, students are expected to:

• Be clinically competent and demonstrate accurate positioning skills.
• Provide proper radiation protection.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Display critical thinking skills by manipulating technical factors and modifying procedures to meet patient needs.
• Model professionalism through ethical behavior and active participation in learning experiences during clinical training.