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Associate of Applied Science Degree in Radiography

Associate of Applied Science
Virginia Western Community College

The Radiography program prepares students to perform as an entry-level radiographer. Graduates are able to sit for the exam to attain certification as a Registered Technologist in Radiography.


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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree Did you know that Radiography at Virginia Western Community College prepares you to use state of the art technology to become a travel, operating room, or trauma radiographer. Begin your journey today to a career that allows multiple career and degree opportunities for advancement in supervision, modalities, and education.
Considerations When Selecting Courses

There are many program specific requirements for admission to the Radiography Program at Virginia Western Community College. Students interested in applying to this program should consult their academic advisor for specific guidance on courses to take for this program.

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Virginia Western Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses In addition to the traditional classroom setting, this program requires hours in a clinical setting. Students accepted into the Radiography program will be required to have a clear criminal background check, clear drug screening and other requirements established by the clinical agencies. Please be aware that any felony conviction or positive drug screen for illegal drug use will prevent the student from attending the hospital clinical sites and completing the program. Students will be required to travel to clinical sites and are responsible for their own transportation. There are additional costs for this program such as uniforms, student instrument kits, license requirements, physical examinations and certification exams that are the responsibility of the individual student.
Doing More With Your Degree This curriculum is designed to prepare selected students to perform the responsibilities of an entry-level radiographer. Upon completion, graduates will be eligible to apply to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) examination leading to certification as a registered Radiographer, RT(R). While not designed for transfer, students interested in transferring should verify program requirements with specific four-year institutions.
Program Successes & Highlights To be eligible for licensure as a radiographer requires graduation from an accredited program and successful completion of the ARRT examination. The number of students who pass, on the first attempt, the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification examination, or an unrestricted state 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%. The five-year average for the VWCC program is 95.4%.
Related Programs & Certifications
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Credential That Prepares You For This Program
Credential
Career Studies Certificate in Health Professions: Introduction to Radiography
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Program Credit Requirements
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The table below provides the requirements to complete this program. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You should consult an advisor or counselor to find courses you can take at your current institution that will transfer to this degree.

Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Radiography
71
Associate of Applied Science in Radiography Degree
71
RADIOGRAPHY
71
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Up to 53 credits may be transferred in to this program. A GPA of 2.0 or greater is required for graduation.
BIO 141 or EQUIVALENT
4
BIO 141 RQ
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
SDV 101 - Orientation to Health Professions
2
SDV 101 - Health C+
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
HLT 143
3
HLT143 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
RAD 121 - 221
8
RAD121/221 RQ
8
Earn 8 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
RAD 131 - 132
6
RAD131/132 RQ
6
Earn 6 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
MTH 130 FUNDAMENTALS of REASONING
3
MTH 130 C+
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
RAD 245
2
RAD245 RQ
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
RAD 125
3
RAD125 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PHI 220
3
PHI 220 C+
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HLT 105 or EQUIVALENT
1
HLT105 RQ
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
RAD 190
4
RAD190 RQ
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
RAD 205
3
RAD205 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENG 111
3
ENG111_C RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
RAD 111 - 112
8
RAD111/112 RQ
8
Earn 8 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
RAD 231 - 232
10
RAD231/232 RQ
10
Earn 10 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
RAD 240
3
RAD240 RQ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PSY 200 (or PSY 230 or SOC 200)
3
PSY 200, PSY 230, SOC 200
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
RAD 215
2
RAD215 RQ
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
GPA Req Radiography 172
71
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion To discuss how your previous degree can be incorporated into your new long term goals, please meet with an advisor.

BIO 141 must be completed with a "C" or better and within five years of beginning the program. The required CPR certification is American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR which includes hands-on training with infant, child, adult and AED.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School To discuss how your previous degree can be incorporated into your new long term goals, please meet with an advisor.
Credit for Prior Learning Yes
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Virginia Western Community College
College Level Information
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Number of Transfer Students
519
College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? Virginia Western Community College's service region includes the cities of Roanoke and Salem, along with Roanoke County, Craig County, Franklin County, and southern Botetourt County. Virginia Western was the first college established in the Virginia Community College System, in 1966, and has grown from an initial enrollment of 1,352 to its current annual enrollment of more than 8,500 students in credit courses and more than 1,200 enrollments in accelerated career training and continuing education courses.
Transfer Student Catalog Year A student's catalog year is determined by their first semester of attendance in the major.
First Year Student Catalog Year A student's catalog year is determined by their first semester of attendance in the major.
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions https://www.virginiawestern.edu/transfer/transfer-agreements/
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays VCCS degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to most efficiently transfer your current course work. So, you can use this list to find a degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

If you are interested in transferring to a four-year degree view this degree on the Transfer Virginia site to explore degrees aligned with this program at Virginia's 4-year institutions.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
Central Virginia Community CollegeAAS in Radiologic TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online
Northern Virginia Community CollegeRadiography, A.A.S.AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Piedmont Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in RadiographyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Southwest Virginia Community College Associate of Applied Science Degree in RadiographyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearHybrid
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - RadiographyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Virginia Highlands Community CollegeAssociate in Applied Science Degree in RadiographyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
25-1071.00Health Specialties Teachers, PostsecondaryTeach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
29-2034.00Radiologic Technologists and TechniciansTake x-rays and CAT scans or administer nonradioactive materials into patient's bloodstream for diagnostic or research purposes. Includes radiologic technologists and technicians who specialize in other scanning modalities.Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 71 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Radiography at Virginia Western Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 4 semesters or 2 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $161 Per Credit $11,431 $0 $11,431 Includes Dual Enrollment
Fees
Fees $15 Per Credit $1,065 0 $1,065
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.
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