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The Health and Fitness Science program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for employment in the fitness and exercise industry. Students will be trained in exercise science and be able to administer basic fitness tests and health risk appraisals, teach specific exercise and fitness classes and provide instruction in the proper use of exercise equipment and facilities. Graduates should qualify for employment opportunities in commercial fitness clubs, YMCA's/YWCA's, wellness programs in business and industry, Parks & Recreation Departments and other organizations implementing exercise & fitness programs.

The Industrial Systems Technology curriculum is designed to prepare or upgrade individuals to service, maintain, repair, or install equipment for a wide range of industries. Instruction includes theory and skill training needed for inspecting, testing, troubleshooting, and diagnosing industrial equipment and physical facilities. Students will learn technical skills in blueprint reading, electricity, hydraulics/pneumatics, machining, welding, and various maintenance procedures. Practical application in these industrial systems will be emphasized and additional advanced coursework may be offered. Upon completion of any of the levels of this curriculum, graduates should gain the necessary practical skills and related information to qualify for employment or advancement in the various areas of industrial maintenance technology.

The Information Technology (IT) curriculum with emphasis in Cyber Security prepares graduates for employment as designers, testers, support technicians, administrators, developers, or programmers with organizations that use computers to design, process, manage, and communicate information, depending on the technical path selected within this curriculum. Coursework includes development of a student's ability to communicate and solve technical issues related to information support and services, interactive media, network systems, programming and software development, and other emerging technologies based on the selected area of study. Graduates should qualify for employment in entry-level positions with businesses, educational systems, and governmental agencies which rely on computer systems to manage information. The program will incorporate the competencies of industry-recognized certification exams.

The Information Technology (IT) curriculum with emphasis in Network Technician prepares graduates for employment supporting network infrastructure environments with organizations that use computers to design, process, manage, communicate, and store information. Coursework includes the development of a student's ability to communicate and solve technical issues related to network infrastructure support and services. Students develop an ability to design, install, configure, and manage network infrastructure and network operating systems. Students will learn how to use technologies to provide reliable transmission and delivery of data, voice, image, and video communications in business, industry, and education. Graduates should qualify for employment in entry-level positions with businesses, educational systems, and governmental agencies which rely on computer systems to manage information. The program will incorporate the competencies of industry-recognized certification exams.

The Information Technology (IT) curriculum with emphasis on Programming and Web Development prepares graduates for employment working in website design, development, and management with organizations that use computers to design, process, manage, communicate, and store information. Coursework includes the development of a student's ability to communicate and solve technical issues related to websites and web servers. Students develop an ability to design and program databases and database-driven websites, as well as administration of content-management systems. Graduates should qualify for employment in entry-level positions with businesses, educational systems, and governmental agencies that rely on computer systems to design and manage information. The program will incorporate the competencies of industry-recognized certification exams.

A course of study that prepares the students to apply technical skills and advanced computer software and hardware to create working drawings, graphic representations and computer simulations for mechanical and industrial designs. Includes instruction in engineering graphics, specification interpretation, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, drafting calculations, two-dimensional and three-dimensional engineering design, solids modeling, engineering animation, computer-aided drafting (CAD), computer-aided design (CADD) and manufacturing materials and processes. Graduates should qualify for employment in mechanical areas such as manufacturing, fabrication, research and development, and service industries.

The Medical Assisting curriculum prepares multi-skilled healthcare professionals qualified to perform administrative, clinical, and laboratory procedures. Coursework includes instruction in scheduling appointments, coding and processing insurance accounts, billing, collections, computer operations; assisting with examinations/treatments, performing routine laboratory procedures, electrocardiography, supervised medication administration; and ethical/legal issues associated with patient care.  Graduates of CAAHEP-accredited medical assisting programs may be eligible to sit for the American Association of Medical Assistants' Certification Examination to become Certified Medical Assistants. Employment opportunities include physicians' offices, health maintenance organizations, health departments, and hospitals. Accreditation Statement This program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (http://www.caahep.org/) upon the recommendation of the Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB). Contact the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs at 25400 US Highway 19 North, Suite 158, Clearwater, FL 33763 or call 727-210-2350. Competencies Upon successful completion of the Medical Assisting program, the student should be able to: Demonstrate critical thinking based on knowledge of the subject matter required for competence in the profession. Communicate professionally and effectively, both orally and in writing, while demonstrating respect for individual diversity. Incorporate cognitive knowledge implementing psychomotor domains in performing clinical and laboratory procedures. Demonstrate cognitive knowledge and awareness of providing patient care in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations, policies, laws, and patient rights, in the practice setting. Incorporate protective practices and quality control measures, relating to health and safety policies and procedures, to prevent accidents and maintain a safe work environment. Program Effectiveness Exam Pass Rate Year Total Number of Examinees Total Passing CMA (AAMA) Exam Total Passing RMA (AMT) Exam Total Passing NCMA (NCCT) Exam  Total Passing CCMA (NHA) Exam  Total Passing CMAC (AMCA) Exam  Total Passing More than One Exam  Exam Pass Rate  2020 9  6  2  0  0  0  0  89%  2019 6 6 0 0 0  0 0 100% Job Placement Rate Year Number of Graduates Number of Graduates Employed as Medical Assistants or Related Field Number of Graduates who continued education or went into military service Number of Graduates with Unknown Job Status Positive Placement Rate  2020 10  9  0  1  90%  2019 9 8 0 1 88.89% Admission and Selection Criteria CCC has established admissions and selection procedures to ensure students are admitted and selected in a consistent and equitable manner. Completion of these requirements will not guarantee admission to the program. All applicants are encouraged to attend a Health Sciences Symposium, which are held in June and November, to learn more information about the program. All admissions criteria must be completed and submitted to the Admissions Office prior to the program deadline of January 25. Admission Requirements Application to the College and NC Registry Official high school transcript or equivalent Reading/English: Meet one of the following to demonstrate proficiency: Completion of ENG 111 or equivalent with a minimum grade of "C" Completion of prerequisites to be eligible to register for ENG 111 without corequisite (or currently enrolled) Have a 2.8 or higher unweighted high school GPA Provide satisfactory placement test scores Provide proof of completion of an associate or bachelor's degree (if applicable) Post-Provisional Acceptance Requirements An email notification of provisional acceptance will be sent by February 20. The following must be completed to satisfy acceptance requirements: Attend program specific orientation Complete CCC Health Sciences Medical Form Criminal background check and 12-panel drug screen obtained through a secure compliance tracking database The following immunizations are required (more information will be provided during orientation): Covid-19 Complete 2-Step TB Test or IGRA Hepatitis B Influenza (required between 9/1 - 10/31) Varicella Td or TDaP MMR CPR Certification Comply with the Technical Standards outlined for the program Highly recommended for all students to have health insurance Clinical facilities may require criminal background checks, drug screenings, credit checks, and/or proof of US citizenship prior to or during participation in the clinical portion of the program. A student who is unable to complete the clinical portion of the program will not be able to graduate. Criminal background checks, drug screenings, credit checks, and/or proof of US citizenship may also be required after graduation by examination boards, state licensing boards, and employing agencies. Essential Functions and Technical Standards Purpose Statement The following standards reflect reasonable expectations of students. In adopting these standards, the program is mindful of the patient’s right to safe and high-quality healthcare by students. The student must be able to apply the knowledge and skills necessary to function in a broad variety of clinical situations while providing high-quality patient care. These standards reflect what may be required for employment of the entry-level professional. It is important that students who are admitted possess cognitive and critical thinking skills, interpersonal skills, behavioral skills, physical skills, and communication skills necessary to practice in the field. Reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities will be considered on an individual basis, but each student must be able to independently perform all performance standards demanded by the clinical site and the College. Accommodations will be provided in accordance with Disabilities Services at Cleveland Community College. The following abilities/skills are required, with or without accommodations. Students must meet the following technical standards and maintain satisfactory demonstration of these standards for progression throughout the program. Students unable to meet these technical standards will not be able to complete the program. The examples used are not all-inclusive. Capability Standard Examples of Technical Standard Found in Program and Related to Industry Cognitive Ability/Critical Thinking Skills Possess critical thinking skills adequate for making the necessary adjustments to meet the challenges in the examination room or office area. Possess short and long-term memory sufficient to perform required tasks. Ability to problem solve. Identify cause-effect relationships in clinical situations. Make appropriate decisions in an emergency. Make appropriate decisions where a situation is not clearly governed by specific guidelines. Be able to demonstrate satisfactory performance on written examination, including mathematical computations.  Physical Tactile Skills: Possess sense of touch sufficient to perform physical assessment and functions. Perform palpation of pulse and veins for venipuncture. Perform cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Gross and Fine Motor Skills: Possess fine and gross motor skills adequate to enter data into a computer; perform functions of physical examination and those related to therapeutic interventions.  Seize, hold, grasp, and turn with hands; input data into computer (~30 wpm), remove sutures, exhibit manual hand and finger dexterity. Wash hands and don/remove gloves and other personal protective equipment as needed. Administer injections, insert catheters, and other patient duties.  Mobility Skills: Be able to move from area to area and maneuver in small spaces. Maintain good balance and use no devices that could impede patient safety/care.  Be able to reach, stoop, bend, kneel, and crouch; ambulate without assistance devices for long periods of time. Be able to independently exert force or lift up to 50 pounds to waist level. Be able to assist patients on and off examination tables, push or pull wheelchairs, carts, and gurneys.  Auditory Skills: Hearing ability (with corrective devices as needed) to listen and communicate with others.  Be able to hear instructions from medical and clerical members of the office staff with or without accommodation. Be able to hear monitors, alarms, cries for help, telephone conversations, and hear blood pressure sounds through the stethoscope.  Visual Skills: Possess visual acuity to differentiate instrumentation and suture. Possess depth perception to adequately assist physician or staff. Possess good hand-eye coordination.  Observe/assess patient responses, test results, and patient care documents. Vision correctable to 20/40 with normal depth perception and the ability to distinguish colors and read fine print. Detect changes in patient skin color or condition. Observe color involved in specimen testing. Distinguish between related drugs, liquids and gaseous chemicals.  Olfactory Skills: Differentiate smells in the physician’s office in order to ensure environmental safety and patient needs. Be able to distinguish and tolerate various odors during patient care.  Interpersonal Skills Ability to use interpersonal skills to be able to work well and communicate with various team members and staff. Ability to listen and question. Ability to take responsibility and be accountable for actions. Demonstrate respect for the patient, their privacy, and for family members. Develop and maintain effective, mature and sensitive professional relationships with other members of the heath care team. Establish rapport with patients, families and colleagues. Respect different religious beliefs and cultural factors displayed by a diverse population.  Behavioral Skills Be able to respond in an emotionally controlled manner in all situations. Accept responsibility for total patient care and avoid demonstrating personal stress or frustration when interacting with staff and patients. The student must not abuse any substance that may alter behavior.  Work as a team member. Tolerate physically taxing workloads. Function effectively under stress. Demonstrate self-motivation. Accept criticism and respond appropriately. Take responsibility for one's own actions and self-report errors or omissions. Accept constructive criticism and make appropriate adjustments to work methods. Maintain personal hygiene consistent with requirements for close contact with patients.  Communication Skills Ability to communicate with others by speech, hearing, reading, writing, language skills, and computer literacy. Communicate clearly in telephone conversations. Obtain and record written and oral medical histories. Read, comprehend, speak and write legibly in the English language. Initiate health teaching to document and interpret clinical actions; provide clear audible directions to patients. Relay the patient’s status to those with a need to know per HIPAA. Be able to bring in an interpreter for the patient or family that does not speak English. Occupational Exposure Possess the ability to self-protect by using standard precautions when coming in contact with any patient. Exposure to blood and body fluids and communicable and infectious diseases, requiring the wearing of personal protective equipment, i.e., masks, goggles, and gloves. Follow Blood Bourne Pathogen safety standards. Working with sharps and medical waste; exposure to sticks, burns. Exposure to latex and nitrile products if allergic. Exposure to assault and battery Environmental hazards – slippery floors, various levels of lighting, room temperatures, etc. Handle hazardous medications such as chemotherapy drugs. Be able to protect self and patient from radiation, and different toxic sterilants as well as infectious diseases. Legal/ethical dilemmas Liability issues Estimated Total Cost for Program Fee Description  Year 1  Year 2  Tuition  $3067.00  $2374.00 Lab Fees  $192.00   $88.00 Background, Drug Screen, & Immunization Tracker  $0  $135.00 Uniforms and Shoes  $200.00  $0 Malpractice Insurance  $0  $16.00 Textbooks (for both years)  $300.00  $200.00 Pinning Fee  $0  $50.00 Estimated Total $3759.00   $2863.00 Estimated Grand Total (2 Years)   $6622.00 Understanding the Ranking Process When all admissions requirements have been met, qualified applicants are ranked using a point system. Points will be awarded for each related course, completed by the deadline, based on the grade earned in the course. If the course is repeated, the highest grade earned will be used in the ranking. A = 4 points B = 3 points C = 2 points (no points are awarded for grades lower than C) AP credit is based on the individual scores: 5 = 4 points 4 = 3 points 3 = 2 points (no points are awarded for scores lower than 3) Related course points will be added to create the total score for the ranking. Applicants with the highest ranked scores will be accepted. In the event of a tie, the GPA will be used to determine ranking order. An alternate list will be maintained in ranking order, and alternates will only be accepted if a space becomes available. Applicants not admitted to the program must reapply. The below chart can be used to track related course points. Course  Grade  Points Earned  BIO 163 (in lieu of Bio 168 & BIO 169)     BIO 168      BIO 169     ENG 111     PSY 150 or SOC 210     Reentry Process For students seeking reentry to the program: All requests for reentry must be approved by the Admissions Office and the program director prior to implementation. Only one reentry will be considered. Applied and Not Accepted to Program Students not selected to the program may reapply for the next year by completing a new health sciences application. All applications for admission must be updated annually. Grading Policy All courses must receive a grade of C or higher to complete the program.

The Medical Office Administration curriculum prepares individuals for employment as medical administrative personnel in the areas of medical office, medical billing and coding, dental office, patient services, and medical documents. Coursework includes medical terminology, computer applications, medical office management, medical coding, medical insurance billing, medical legal and ethical issues, oral and written communication, and other topics depending on the subject area selected within this curriculum. Graduates should qualify for employment opportunities in a variety of medical office positions in medical and dental offices, hospitals, insurance companies, laboratories, medical supply companies, and other healthcare related organizations. Upon graduation, students may be eligible to sit for industry-recognized certification exams.

The Mission Critical Operations - Information Technology curriculum prepares graduates for employment in a wide range of positions in information technology (IT), operations technology (OT), and maintenance with a concentration on enterprise information systems. Coursework includes the development of a student’s ability to maintain technically sophisticated systems for business continuity and near continuous uptime using engineering, information technology, industrial management and maintenance skills. The coursework emphasizes analytical and problem-solving skills required to sustain high availability national security interests and includes instruction in electromechanical systems, networking, automation, cybersecurity, emergency management and systems integration. Graduates should qualify for employment as entry-level technicians with businesses, industries, educational systems, and governmental agencies in national critical infrastructure areas including, but not limited to, communications, emergency services, energy, financial services, healthcare, information technology, and transportation. The program will incorporate the competencies of industry-recognized certification exams.

The Mission Critical Operations - Operations Technology curriculum prepares graduates for employment in a wide range of positions in information technology (IT), operations technology (OT), and maintenance with a concentration on site operations. Coursework includes the development of a student’s ability to maintain technically sophisticated systems for business continuity and near continuous uptime using engineering, information technology, industrial management and maintenance skills. The coursework emphasizes analytical and problem-solving skills required to sustain high availability national security interests and includes instruction in electromechanical systems, networking, automation, cybersecurity, emergency management and systems integration. Graduates should qualify for employment as entry-level technicians with businesses, industries, educational systems, and governmental agencies in national critical infrastructure areas including, but not limited to, communications, emergency services, energy, financial services, healthcare, operations technology, and transportation. The program will incorporate the competencies of industry-recognized certification exams.

The Office Administration curriculum prepares individuals for employment as administrative office personnel who use skills in the areas of office management, office finance, legal office, virtual office, customer service, and office software.  Coursework includes computer applications, oral and written communication, analysis and coordination of office tasks and procedures, records management, and other topics depending on the subject area selected within this curriculum. Graduates should qualify for employment opportunities in a variety of office positions in business, government, and industry. Upon graduation, students may be eligible to sit for industry recognized certification exams.

The Radiography curriculum prepares the graduate to be a radiographer, a skilled healthcare professional who uses radiation to produce images of the human body. Coursework includes clinical rotations to area healthcare facilities, radiographic exposure, image processing, radiographic procedures, physics, pathology, patient care and management, radiation protection, quality assurance, anatomy and physiology, and radiobiology. Graduates of accredited programs are eligible to apply to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists’ national examination for certification and registration as medical radiographers. Graduates may be employed in hospitals, clinics, physicians’ offices, medical laboratories, government agencies and industry. Accreditation This program is accredited for 5 years through 2023 by: Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850 Chicago, IL 60606-3182 Phone: 312-704-5300 jrcert.org Accreditation details for Cleveland Community College can be found at www.jrcert.org/programs/cleveland-community-college/, and all JRCERT accredited programs can be found at www.jrcert.org. Program Mission Statement The mission of this program is to prepare graduates for employment as registered, skilled healthcare professionals who employ the proper use of radiation to produce radiographic images of the human body in varied facilities and with diverse populations. Program Goals/Student Learning Outcomes Goal 1: Students will be clinically competent. Student Learning Outcomes: Students will apply positioning skills. Students will select technical factors. Student will utilize radiation protection. Goal 2: Students will demonstrate communication skills. Student Learning Outcomes: Students will demonstrate written communication skills. Students will demonstrate oral communication skills. Goal 3: Students will develop critical thinking skills. Student Learning Outcomes: Students will adapt standard procedures for non-routine patients. Students will critique images to determine diagnostic quality. Goal 4: Students will model professionalism. Student Learning Outcomes: Students will demonstrate work ethics. Students will summarize the value of life-long learning. Program Terminal Student Learning Outcomes/Objectives Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to: Student Learning Outcome 1: Students will be clinically competent. Student Learning Outcome 2: Students will demonstrate communication skills. Student Learning Outcome 3: Students will develop critical thinking skills. Student Learning Outcome 4: Students will model professionalism. Further information regarding student learning outcomes is available in the Radiography Program Handbook. Program Effectiveness Data The following is the most current program effectiveness data as published by JRCERT. Credentialing Examination: The number of students who pass, on the first attempt, the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification examination, or an unrestricted stat licensing examination, compared with the number of graduates who take the examination within six months of graduation. The five-year average benchmark established by the JRCERT is 75%. Credentialing Examination Rate Number Passed on 1st Attempt divided by number attempted within 6 months of graduation  Year Results  Year 1 – 2019 14 of 16 – 88% Year 2 – 2020 8 of 12 – 67% Year 3 – 2021 10 of 10 – 100%  Year 4 – 2022 13 of 13 – 100%   Year 5 – 2023 11 of 11 – 100% Program 5-Year Average 56 of 62 – 90.3% Job Placement: The number of graduates employed in the radiologic sciences compared to the number of graduates actively seeking employment in the radiologic sciences within twelve months of graduating. The five-year average benchmark established by the JRCERT is 75%. Job Placement Rate Number Employed divided by number actively seeking employment within 12 months of graduation  Year Results  Year 1 – 2019 15 of 15 – 100% Year 2 – 2020 13 of 13 – 100% Year 3 – 2021 10 of 10 – 100%  Year 4 – 2022 13 of 13 – 100%   Year 5 – 2023 11 of 11 – 100% Program 5-Year Average  61 of 61 – 100% Program Completion: The number of students who complete the program within the stated program length. The annual benchmark established by the program is Program Completion Rate Number Graduated divided by number started the program Year Results  Year – 2023 11 of 17 Annual Completion Rate 64.7% Admission and Selection Criteria CCC has established admissions and selection procedures to ensure students are admitted and selected in a consistent and equitable manner. Completion of these requirements will not guarantee admission to the program. All applicants are encouraged to attend a Health Sciences Symposium, which are held in June and November, to learn more information about the program. All admissions criteria must be completed and submitted to the Admissions Office prior to the program deadline of January 25. Admission Requirements Application to the College and NC Registry Health Sciences Application to the respective program Official high school transcript or equivalent Reading/English: Meet one of the following to demonstrate proficiency: Completion of ENG 111 or equivalent with a minimum grade of “C” Completion of prerequisites to be eligible to register for ENG 111 without corequisite (or currently enrolled) Have a 2.8 or higher unweighted high school GPA Provide satisfactory placement test scores Provide proof of completion of an associate or bachelor’s degree Math: Meet one of the following to demonstrate proficiency: Completion of MAT 110 or higher with a minimum grade of “C Completion of prerequisites to be eligible to register for college-level math without corequisite Provide satisfactory placement test score Provide proof of completion of an associate or bachelor’s degree TEAS Score of 55 or higher Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) Testing Information The TEAS is designed specifically to assess the preparedness of students applying to a health sciences program. TEAS scores are good for 5 years and must have a minimum of 30 days between each test. Students must register for the test through ATI at www.atitesting.com. TEAS testing information: Paper and pencil will be provided No smartwatches or any other programmable devices are allowed Cell phones must be turned off No food or drink allowed, unless medically necessary Photo ID required ATI login information Post-Provisional Acceptance Requirements An email notification of provisional acceptance will be sent by February 20. The following must be completed to satisfy acceptance requirements: Attend program specific orientation Complete CCC Health Sciences Medical Form Criminal background check and 12-panel drug screen obtained through a secure compliance tracking database The following immunizations are required (more information will be provided during orientation): Covid-19 Complete 2-Step TB Test or IGRA Hepatitis B Influenza (required between 9/1 – 10/31) Varicella Td or TDaP MMR CPR Certification will be offered the first week of class (first fall semester only) and must remain current throughout the program. Comply with the Technical Standards outlined for the program Highly recommended for all students to have health insurance Clinical facilities may require criminal background check, drug screenings, credit checks, and/or proof of US citizenship prior to or during participation in the clinical portion of program. A student who is unable to complete the clinical portion of a program will not be able to graduate. Criminal background checks, drug screenings, credit checks, and/or proof of US citizenship may also be required after graduation by examination boards, state licensing boards, and employing agencies. Essential Functions and Technical Standards Purpose Statement The following standards reflect reasonable expectations of students. In adopting these standards, the program is mindful of the patient’s right to safe and high-quality healthcare by students. The student must be able to apply the knowledge and skills necessary to function in a broad variety of clinical situations while providing high-quality patient care. These standards reflect what may be required for employment of the entry-level professional. It is important students admitted possess cognitive and critical thinking skills, interpersonal skills, behavioral skills, physical skills, and communication skills necessary to practice in the field. Reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities will be considered on an individual basis, but each student must be able to independently perform all performance standards demanded by the clinical site and the College. Accommodations will be provided in accordance with Disabilities Services at Cleveland Community College. The following abilities/skills are required, with or without accommodations. Students must meet the following technical standards and maintain satisfactory demonstration of these standards for progression throughout the program. Students unable to meet these technical standards will not be able to complete the program. The examples used are not all-inclusive. Capability Standard Examples of Technical Standard Found in the Program and Related to Industry Cognitive Ability/Critical Thinking Skills Demonstrate ability in reading and comprehension and use them together to demonstrate critical thinking skills and clinical reasoning. Read and document data. Operate various healthcare equipment, including blood pressure monitoring, digital and standard scales, and mechanical lifts. Demonstrate a professional manner and insight in the communication process. Identify and immediately report changes in patient health status conditions that endanger patients, and evaluate patient complaints. Be able to exercise critical thinking skills, organize responsibilities, make appropriate decisions, and accurate mathematical calculations. Incorporate knowledge from lecture, laboratory and clinical experience to prioritize safe and efficient care for each patient. Perform measurement and calculations.  Physical Tactile Skills: Sense of touch sufficient to perform physical assessment and functions. Seize, hold, grasp, and turn with hands. Perform palpation, tactile assessment, and manipulation of the body as required to produce diagnostic images. Manipulate locks on equipment. Don gloves. Fill syringes. Align patient, image receptors, and x-ray tube. Mobility/Motor Skills: Possess skills sufficient to move from room to room and maneuver in small spaces. Be able to lift and carry or push up to 50 pounds. Demonstrate adequate coordination. Be able to endure long periods of standing, sitting, walking, bending, lifting, reaching, stooping, squatting, and moving in complex health environments. Position and transfer patients safely from wheelchair or stretcher to x-ray table and back. Push mobile x-ray machine to various locations, including patient rooms. Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Reach overhead to manipulate equipment hanging from the ceiling. Auditory Skills: Hearing ability (with corrective devices as needed) to monitor and respond to the patient and the healthcare team. Hear instructions. Perform percussion and auscultation in a physical examination. Hear call for help. Hear low noise level bells and/or buzzers. Function when healthcare team is required to wear surgical masks. Visual Skills: Visual ability (with corrective devices as needed) to monitor and assess patient care needs, performance of patient care procedures, and maintenance and compliance with environmental safety. Observe demonstrations and participate in physical examination sessions, clinical skills workshops, and observe the difference between normal versus pathological states. Read monitor data. Read and document diagnostic records. Possess visual acuity and intensity discrimination in order to evaluate radiographs or scans for technical quality. Possess peripheral vision. Possess depth perception. Behavioral Skills Possess the emotional stability to function effectively under stress and to adapt to an environment that may change rapidly, without warning, and or/in unpredictable ways. Accept responsibility for learning, exercising good judgment, and promptly completing all responsibilities attendant to the diagnosis and care of patients. Contribute to collaborative, constructive learning environments; accept constructive feedback from others; take personal responsibility for making appropriate positive changes. Demonstrate flexibility, compassion, integrity, and motivation. Present a professional appearance. Interpersonal Skills Ability to interact with individuals, families, and groups from a variety of social, emotional, cultural, and intellectual backgrounds. Demonstrate respect for the patient, his or her privacy, and for family members. Develop and maintain effective, mature and sensitive professional relationships with other members of the heathcare team. Establish rapport with patients, families and colleagues. Communication Skills Ability to communicate effectively in the classroom, laboratory, and all clinical settings with patients, families and members of the healthcare team. Students must be able to speak and converse with all persons across the lifespan. Read, comprehend, and write legibly in the English language. Demonstrate evidence of effective written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrate technological literacy. Be able to collect and document data. Provide clear and audible directions to patients face-to-face and from the radiography control area, away from the patient. Occupational Exposure Healthcare is often delivered in high-stress areas, requiring management of multiple roles and duties simultaneously. The imaging student must possess the ability to protect self and others by implementing appropriate precautions due to possible exposure to radiation, communicable disease and/or body fluids, toxic substances, or other hazards. Exposure to blood and body fluids and communicable and infectious diseases, requiring the wearing of personal protective equipment, i.e., masks, goggles, and gloves. Working with sharps and chemicals. Exposure to radiation, requiring lead apron weighing up to 10 pounds and monitoring devices for dose to exposed body parts. Exposure to latex and nitrile products if allergic. Exposure to assault and battery Environmental hazards – slippery floors, various levels of lighting, various room temperatures, etc. Legal / ethical dilemmas Liability issues Estimated Total Cost for Program Fee Description  Year 1  Year 2  Tuition  $3523.00  $2298.00 Program Fee (ATI Fee)  $685.00   $0 Background, Drug Screen, & Immunization Tracker  $135.00  $88.00 Clinical Tracker  $40.00  $40.00 Uniforms and Shoes  $200.00  $0 Malpractice Insurance  $16.00  $16.00 CPR Card  $10.00  $0 Textbooks (for both years)  $200.00  $200.00 Pinning Fee  $0  $50.00 Laptop (Recommended)  $500.00  $0 Estimated Total $5309.00   $2692.00 Estimated Grand Total (2 Years)   $8001.00 Understanding the Ranking Process When all admissions requirements have been met, qualified applicants are ranked using a point system. Enrollment in related courses is not required for acceptance; however, extra points will be awarded for each related course, completed by the deadline, based on the grade earned in the course. If the course is repeated, the highest grade earned will be used in the ranking. A = 4 points B = 3 points C = 2 points (no points are awarded for grades lower than C) AP credit is based on the individual scores: 5 = 4 points 4 = 3 points 3 = 2 points (no points are awarded for scores lower than 3) Related course points will be added to the total TEAS score for the ranking. Applicants with the highest ranked scores will be accepted. In the event of a tie, the applicant with the highest science score on the TEAS will be ranked higher. An alternate list will be maintained in ranking order. Alternates will only be accepted if a space becomes available. Applicants not admitted to the program must reapply. The below charts can be used to track related course points. Related courses: Course  Grade  Points Earned  BIO 168      BIO 169     ENG 111     PSY 150 or SOC 210     Reentry Process For students seeking reentry to the radiography program: All requests for reentry must be approved by the Admissions Office and the Radiography Program Director prior to implementation. Only one reentry will be considered. Applied and Not Accepted to Program Students not selected to the program may reapply for the next year by completing a new health sciences application. All applications for admission must be updated annually. Grading Policy All RAD Courses must receive a grade of B (80) or higher, and all other course in the program must receive a grade of C or higher.