1. EL CAMINO COLLEGE RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM APPLICATION AND PROGRAM INFORMATION - 2009

2. This Presentation… Is intended to provide information and application process for the Radiologic Technology Program at ECC This lecture is offered during the intro course – RTEC A During the presentation – some slides may be skipped or reviewed quickly – as time allows - you have the chance to review at you own pace on my webpage……… Mrs. Charman

3. Welcome to Radiologic Technology Program Information How to Apply What classes are needed Who can apply Is there a waiting list? How long? What does it take to become an R.T. Career Opportunities (wk 2 presentation)

4. Program Mission Statement..prepare well qualified imaging practitioners… while supporting the highest standards of ethics, patient care, and technical practice. Provide competent Radiologic Technology graduates to the health care community, who are prepared to meet their career goals. Graduate ethical and caring practitioners who apply radiation safety principles on patients, self and others. Enhance communication skills and develop independent critical thinking to effectively participate in the health care environment.

5. PROGRAM ACCREDITATION JRCERT & CDHS – RHB (STATE) LAST SITE VISIT: OCT 2007 AWARDED THE MAXIMUM ACCREDIATION OF 8 YEARS ! MOST SCHOOLS AVE 3 – 5 YEARS

6. RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY A “HIGH TECH” – “HIGH TOUCH” PROFESSION Caring for others Helping others

7. OLD & NEW WAYS FILM SCREEN to DIGITAL IMAGING THE PROFESSION & SKILL LEVELS ARE CHANGING!

8. Digital Imaging is here @ ECC 1 st College to get digital in lab

9. Radiologic Technologists are the largest group of allied health professionals in the country Did You Know...?

10. What is a RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST? An important member of the HEALTH CARE TEAM Uses RADIATION to create IMAGES of the human body for medical diagnosis and treatment of disease or illness

11. WHY CHOOSE RADIOGRAPHY? ISN’T IT DANGEROUS?

14. Practices Radiation Safety to Self & Others

15. Rad Tech Programs University-based College-based Hospital-based Military Commercial Schools

16. EL CAMINO COLLEGE IS SIMILAR TO THIS MODEL RT Programs Didactic and Clinical Education DIDACTIC CLASSES CLINICAL LABS Some Programs SIMILAR TO THIS MODEL

17. Community Colleges

18. So Cal - University Programs

19. Hospital Programs (Certificate*) *Soon the ARRT will REQUIRE an AS or AA degree to apply for ARRT Certification

20. To get the List of RADIOGRAPHY SCHOOLS (in California) www.csrt.org www.cdph.ca.gov/rhb www.jrcert.org

21. Questions to ASK (Programs) What is your accreditation & how long? What is your pass rate for ARRT? How many students find jobs after graduation? How many students start and finish? What are your costs to attend? How many faculty & clinical sites? Do you have a website?

23. www.elcamino.edu/faculty/dcharman

24. http://www.elcamino.edu/faculty/kholt Office: PHYS 117-G

25. http://www.elcamino.edu/faculty/mcolunga/ Office: PHYS 117-D

26. FIG. 5–2 Sample organizational chart for a radiography program. Elsevier items and derived items © 2007, 2003 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc.

27. RAD TECH PROGRAM ORGANIZATIONAL CHART (2007)

28. EL CAMINO COLLEGE RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM 2 YEARS OF STUDY (Rad Tech Courses) INCLUDES CLASSES ON CAMPUS AND WORKING/ TRAINING UNDER SUPERVISION AT THE CLINICAL SITES (HOSPITALS) WITH PATIENTS FULL TIME / DAYTIME* PROGRAM – M TO F *7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (approximate) – DEPENDING ON THE SEMESTER OF ATTENDANCE

29. ECC GRADUATE WITH A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree Radiologic Technology Certificate Eligible to take STATE & NATIONAL LICENSES

31. The Program is JRCERT accredited Graduates are eligible to apply for certification exam for ARRT (R.T.) CDPH-RHB Certification (C.R.T.) & (R) (F) ---------------------------------------------------------- Passing the ARRT exam and licensure by the California Dept of Public Health – Radiologic Health Branch (DPHS - RHB) is necessary for employment.

32. LICENSE ELIGIBLITY ARRT – American Registry of Radiologic Technology (RT) Radiologic Technologist (R.T.) (R) California Dept of Public Health–RHB C.R.T (R,F) –RADIOGRAPHY & FLUOROSCOPY CERTS

33. SALARY RANGES NEW R.T. = $ 22 -$27 PER HOUR ON-CALL + O.T. $45,000 – $60,000 YR ADVANCE SPECIALTIES $ 30 - $50 PER HOUR SHORTAGES IN ALL HEALTH CARE – A NEED TO AQUIRE NEW TECHNOLOGIST TO THIS AREA ??

34. NEED – JOB SECURITY PEOPLE ARE GETTING OLDER – LIVING LONGER “BABY BOOMERS” TECHNOLOGIST ALSO GETTING OLDER NEED NEW, YOUNG PEOPLE TO TAKE OVER THE JOBS & TAKE CARE OF THE SICK AND ELDERLY

36. FIG. 5–3 Students need direct supervision by a qualified radiographer before demonstrating competency for a procedure. Elsevier items and derived items © 2007, 2003 by Saunders, an imprint of Elsevier Inc. Supervision of Students Students get DIRECT Supervision Until competency Is demonstrated Then Indirect Supervision

37. CLINICAL PRACTICE AT LOCAL HOSPITALS

38. Clinical Instructors at Hospitals

39. SMALL STUDY GROUPS

40. LAB PRACTICE

41. Student Mentors = Lab Practice

42. A CHEST RADIOGRAPH IS THE MOST COMMON PROCEDURE PERFORMED IN RADIOLOGY WILL Begin Learning and performing this exam in the middle of your FIRST SEMESTER!

43. Image Review – Film Critique

44. What can you do NOW to prepare for a career in the Health Sciences? COURSE REQUIREMENTS

45. HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE? IN ABOUT 3 – 4 YEARS (1-2 YRS GENERAL ED COURSES) 2 YRS FOR RT PROGRAM (MUST BE 24 MONTHS FOR FULL ACCREDIATION)

46. HOW MUCH $$$$$$ to attend ECC $26/unit End of program = 91 units + ( $2400.00) APPROXIMATE PROGRAM TOTAL = $3,000 High School (210 units) = free University $110/unit to $1000/unit Private RT Schools ~ $15,000 to - $30,000

47. El Camino College Application Prerequisite Courses New Class FALL 2009 Anatomy & Physio 34A & 34B (Chem prereq) or ANATOMY 32 (4units) (NOT Anat.30 !) & PHYSIOLOGY 31 (4units) –(Anat &Chemistry 20 21a or 4) INTRODUCTION - RAD TECH A

48. Anatomy & Physio MUST BE A TOTAL OF 8 UNITS Combo classes of 4, 5 or 6* units WILL not meet the requirement (ex Anat 30) With a 6 unit you may be able to get a credit for Physio – but will still have to take a 4 UNIT Anatomy class

49. MAJOR (minimum grade of “C”) GENERAL EDUCATION English 1A Intermediate Algebra- Math 70 or 73 or 80 CIS 13Humanities- one course Psychology 5 (will now meet Be/SoSci) Contemporary Health 1 or 3 units of PE Medical Terminology 1 (helpful to take before Anatomy – if possible) 2009 AS Degree ALL courses must be completed prior to STARTING the RT Program

50. Suggested Ed Plan: Complete Anat/Physio/RTEC A to file an application Then work towards completing other courses on the list while on the waiting list* ALL courses on course evaluation sheet Must be completed prior to STARTING the RT Program

51. FAQ’S: WAITING LIST? Yes there is one – you can get your name on the list when you file an application Averages about 1 – 2 years –Depending on when the application is filed New class begins in Fall Semester

52. Community College Program note new req for AS of Fall 2009 Complete GENERAL EDUCATION CLASSES: English 1A Math 40 (beginning Algebra) As of FALL 2009 – Intermediate Algebra (70) now: 73 or 80) (Social Science) History or Poli Sci * As if FALL 2009 removed the social and behavioral science course only 1 course is required and it would be satisfied by taking Psychology 5. Humanities (? now Hum 1 ok) P. E or Health Class (SEE WORKSHEET ON WEBSITE or back of handout)

55. Other Rad Tech Classes Taken? If you have complete Anatomy & Physio & If you have complete another Rad Tech Intro Class at another college – you may be eligible to file an application before completing the RTEC A class You still have to complete RTEC A to begin the ECC RT Program Next Appt Times ARE: ______________

56. Recommendations Anatomy should be taken with in 5 years from start of Program Refresher course in Anatomy or RTEC A Take courses to transfer to BS program

57. Anatomy more than 5 years? You will be eligible to file an application But… For success in the program – you will sign a contract to agree to take another Anatomy refresher course before starting the program (Anat 30 is ok for this)

58. FAQ’S about courses “ TRADE” SCHOOLS / SCROC etc (Med Term, CIS ???) Private Schools Limited Licenses Schools GENERAL ED COURSES –SEE A COUNSELOR FOR ARTICULATION –CCC Office approval

59. Courses taken at other colleges? Download Course Evaluation form from webpage Meet with ECC counselor – for articulation Chris Jefferies, Ken Keys, Ken Gaines Valencia Rayford (Vera Cheng) Keep a copy of your ACADEMIC PLAN Do this BEFORE meeting with Director for an application Continuous vs New Student requirements

60. Continuous Enrollment & Catalog Rights Students who have maintained continuous enrollment may choose to graduate under the catalog requirements in effect either 1) at the time they began attending El Camino College continuously or 2) at the time they graduate from El Camino College. (For degree and certificate purposes, continuous enrollment is defined as enrolling at El Camino College at least one semester, (excluding summer and winter terms) each academic year and receiving a letter grade, a ‘W,” or CR/NC designation on the transcript)

61. APPLICATION APPOINTMENT COMPLETED: 3 PREREQS –RT A –ANATOMY –PHYSIOLOGY 3 LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION TRANSCRIPTS (official or unofficial) –For all college coursework

62. APPLICATION TO ECC After : 3 PREREQS taken SCHEDULE APPOINTMENT WITH Director: MRS. CHARMAN (310) 660-3593 Ext 3247 EMAIL CONTACT BEST: xrayteacher@yahoo.com Re: Application Appointment Contact Program Director the last month of your last pre-req class to find out when the next group of appointments will be

63. Application Procedure (handout Applicants are admitted into the Program based on the following:  Official Date of Completed Application Materials  Completion of All Academic Course Requirements (see worksheet)  Number of Points accumulated (see pg 2 for explanation)  Work Experience in Radiology or XT licensure (Limited X-ray License)

64. Applications are accepted by appointment only. Scheduled 3 times a year: early February, late June, mid October ● Applications for the new class of students will be reviewed each April. The applications may be re-ordered on the waiting list according to the number of points* awarded for courses completed, observations hours completed, or work experience.

65. When there are a number of applications submitted at the same time, the applications may be ranked based the following point system :  The date of completed application,  the number of courses completed,  number of observation hours or work experience completed.  Points will be awarded for each required academic courses completed - leading to an Associate in Science Degree in Radiologic Technology at the time of the selection process.

66. “Extra Points” Observations hours at Clinical Site –(after completing RTEC-A) Additional Points for DOCUMENTED Work experience in RADIOLOGY (?) KEEP APPLICATION CURRENT! UPDATE WITH COMPLETED CLASSES & Contact Information

67. Additional points may be awarded, when documented proof of the following has been provided to the Program Director at the time of application: Any work related (or volunteer) experience in a radiology department/ imaging center: Point system OBSERVATION HOURS*** Minimum of 8 hours = 0.5 9 – 20 hours = 1 20 – 40 hours = 2 More than 40 hours = 2.5 points Work experience in Radiology Department = (+ up to an additional 3 points) or current XT (Limited X-ray) License

68. CLINICAL AFFILIATES Little Co. of Mary – Torrance Little Co of Mary – San Pedro SMUCLA Centinela – Freeman & Marina Campus Torrance Memorial California Hospital Medical Center Kaiser South Bay ------------------------------------------------------------------- Must complete RTEC A wk 14 (HIPPA lecture) – to get form for approval of observation hours at ECC Clinical Sites by ECC Program Faculty OR = if you have “connections” to arrange observation hours at other ACUTE CARE HOSPITALS

69. Who Can Apply Meet 2.25 GPA (see worksheet) Prior to ACCEPTANCE to the Program: Health Check Background Check – for Clinical (JCAHO) –ARRT – see handout –“Pre- application” arrt.org

70. SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING A.R.R.T. CERTIFICATION ELIGIBILITY (last page of handout) Students must comply with the “Rules of Ethics” contained ARRT Standard of Ethics. The A.R.R.T. may deny applications for certification if the applicant has been found guilty of dishonesty, fraud, deceit, acts which deceive the public, felony, child abuse, sex offender crimes; acts involving narcotics, dangerous drugs or devices, assault and/or battery and other crimes.

71. SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING A.R.R.T. CERTIFICATION ELIGIBILITY (4th page of handout) Applicants having questions regarding limitations related to licensure should contact: THE AMERICAN REGISTRY OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGISTS 1255 NORTHLAND DRIVE ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA 55120-1155 TEL: (651) 687-0048 Web Site: www.arrt.org www.arrt.org For a Pre-Application Packet $75.00

72. Required for Clinical Placement The student is responsible for costs of a criminal background check. The Radiologic Technology Program background checks are done at a cost of approximately $50. criminal background check

73. required for admission and continuation in all Health Sciences Programs JCAHO requires for direct contact with patients or employees; this includes students doing clinical rotations in the facility. criminal background checks

74. Acceptance into the program… Mandatory Orientation Summer before program starts

75. HEALTH FORMS HEATH/ PHYSICAL (for fitness) TB TEST - annually HEPATITIS B VACCINE or waiver INFULENZA VACCINE or waiver Physical Fitness (back, etc) MMR, Varicella, etc

76. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN TO DO: Communicate Deliver Exceptional Patient Care Perform Radiographic Exams Challenge Yourself Make New Friends Learn Lots Of Information! & Develop Yourself More Than You Could Ever Realize!

77. RAD TECH PROGRAM COURSES ANATOMY POSITIONING RADIATION PHYSICS RADIATION PROTECTION RADIATION PRINCIPLES PATIENT CARE IMAGE PRODUCTION FILM CRITIQUE ETHICS PATHOLOGY SPECIAL PROCEDURES VENIPUNCTURE + 2000 CLINICAL HOURS

78. RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM COURSES FIRST YEAR 1st Semester/ Units 2nd Semester/ Units 3rd Summer / Units Clinical R.T. 106 4 R.T. 107 7 R.T. 108 5 hrs arranged : (12 - 15hrs/wk) (24 hrs/week) (35 hrs/week) Academic R.T. 111 4 R.T. 124 4 R.T. 123 4 SECOND YEAR 4th Semester /Units 5th Semester/ Units 6th Summer / Units Clinical R.T. 217 7 R.T. 218 7 R.T. 219 6 hrs arranged : (24hrs/wk) (24 hrs/week) (40 hrs/week) Academic R.T. 233 3 R.T. 255 4 R.T. 244 4 R.T. 91 1 R.T. 93 1 POST SESSION 7th. Semester Units (First 8 weeks of Fall Semester) Clinical & Review Class R.T. 328 4.5 hrs arranged : (24hrs/wk for 8 weeks + 3 hrs/ wk on campus review)

79. For Successful Program Completion…. OUTSIDE JOB = LESS THAN 16 hrs per week REST / EXERCISE / EAT WELL BE HEALTHY – COMBATS ILLNESS SUPPORT SYSTEM BACK UP PLAN CHILDCARE CAR PROBLEMS

80. Computer Access a must Laptop very helpful with wireless ability Other recourses (Library) Flash Drive

81. Approximate Costs to Start the Program ~$ 1500.00 Textbooks Total: ~ $ 800 1 st yr 1 st semester ~ $ 200 2 nd year Uniforms ~ $ 200 Health Physical & Tests ~ $ 200 CPR card ~ $ 50 Background Check ~ $ 50 Other Supplies ~ $ 50 Tuition, etc (20/unit x 12 units) ~300

82. TEXTBOOKS RTEC A (keep for the Program)

83. CPR CARDS BLS FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER AHA (AMERICAN HEART ASSOC) http://www.americanheart.org 2 YEAR CARD Do not get until starting program NEW STANDARDS JUNE 2006 (American Red Cross – 1 year only)

84. What can you do while waiting to start the program?

85. Recommendations for preparation while waiting  THEATER ARTS – ACTING CLASS  BEGINNING SPEECH CLASS  ADAPATIVE PE ASSISSTANT CLASS (PE 201)  VOLUNTEER (Observation) HOURS IN A RADIOLOGY DEPARTMENT (this may change your position on the waiting list)

86. More Options While waiting on the list WORK & SAVE YOUR $$$$$$$$ Recommended not to work more than 16 – 20 hours per week outside of program FULL TIME – DAY TIME PROGRAM M – F ( No weekends) Optional 1 -2 weeks of evening shift last summer semester in the program

87. STUDY SKILLS / SURVIVAL READ CHAPTERS BEFORE CLASS TAKE NOTES DURING CLASS REVIEW NOTES AFTER CLASS ORGANIZATION IS THE KEY COMMITMENT TO STUDY SOCIAL LIFE / FAMILY LIFE / WORK

88. PROGRAM INFORMATION www.elcamino.edu search line: radiologic technology http://www.elcamino.edu/academics/ healthsciences/radiologictech/index.asp www.elcamino.edu http://www.elcamino.edu/academics/ Left side links: PROGRAM INFORMATION APPLICATION INFORMATION FAQ’s www.elcamino.edu/faculty/dcharman

89. Best Way to reach me xrayteacher@yahoo.com (some spam problems – only RT correspondence) Appointments usually scheduled: Early Feb, Late June & Mid October Dates posted on my webpage For general questions, please review ECC RT Program webpage Phone voice mail - ECC email has filters & many faculty correspondence

90. 1994 2007 2008 Thank you for your attention! Mrs. Charman QUESTIONS ?