Associate of Science in Radiologic Sciences

Goal/Outcomes

To accomplish this mission, our program provides students with extensive didactic and clinical training in the areas of radiologic physics and production, radiographic positioning, anatomy and physiology, patient care, image evaluation, radiation protection, quality control and pharmacology. Focus is placed on educating students in standards-based radiography practice optimizing patient care and outcome.

Students develop skills and professionalism through realistic laboratory simulations in our digital imaging lab. Students experience over 1400 hours of clinical experience under supervision in a variety of different imaging sites, working closely with licensed technologists to provide optimal patient care in a real-life setting.

These didactic, simulation and clinical opportunities prepare students to meet the following program goals:

1. Students will be clinically competent.
2. Students will communicate effectively.
3. Students will utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
4. Students will be able to discuss professional pathways available.
5. Students will practice professionalism.

Admission

The GBC AS in Radiologic Sciences is a limited admission program based on student merit. Available openings are dependent upon clinical placement opportunities and may vary year to year.

Application Process

Applications are due via online submission by May 1 of each year. Students will have the opportunity to apply under Elko or Pahrump track options.

Elko Track

Students accepted into the Elko track will attend didactic and lab courses on the Elko campus for the first two semesters. Students will receive 3 semesters of clinical placement at a minimum of 2 different GBC clinical affiliates. A minimum of one of these will be at a location outside of Elko. Students will be financially responsible for obtaining housing during out of town rotations.

Pahrump Track

Students accepted into the Pahrump track will connect to didactic courses through Interactive Video on the Pahrump campus. They will attend lab weekly the first two semesters in a local Pahrump location. Students will receive 3 semesters of clinical placement at a minimum of 2 different GBC clinical affiliates. A minimum of one of these will be at a location outside of Pahrump. Students will be financially responsible for obtaining housing during out of town rotations.

Expenses

All expenses are estimated.

• Tuition (In State): $6450 (not including prerequisites/Gen. Ed)
• Textbooks: $1,500
• Uniforms, Shoes: $300
• Immunization Tracking, Background Check, Drug Screening: $100-150
• Differential Fees (per credit for RAD courses): $75
• ARRT Exam: $200
• Physical Exam: Individual amount
• Immunizations: Individual amount
• Health Insurance: Individual amount
• Travel/Living Expenses: Individual amount

Curriculum

The Curriculum integrates online and live courses in radiologic sciences with general education requirements. Clinical experiences are offered at affiliated healthcare sites. Please review the student application for detailed application processes.

Expected Student Learning Outcomes

The Radiologic Sciences Program graduate should be able to:

1. Students will be able to demonstrate clinical competency.
2. Students will be able to position patients for diagnostic quality images.
3. Students will be able to integrate ALARA practices for self, patients and others.
4. Students will be able to evaluate the final radiology image for essential criteria.
5. Students will be able to communicate effectively.
6. Students will be able to manipulate techniques to accommodate for patient's condition.
7. Students will be able to demonstrate critical thinking skills.
8. Students will be able to describe professional avenues available to them.
9. Students will be able to discuss ASRT, JRCERT, licensure and different modalities.
10. Students will exhibit professionalism in a clinical setting.
11. Students will demonstrate professional interaction with patients.

Privacy Information

Great Basin College Radiology Program ensures student privacy by completing all online and web enhanced courses are available through password protected distance education programs (WebCampus), and adheres to FERPA guidelines.

Accreditation Details

Great Basin College is accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).

The Great Basin College Radiography program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.

20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
312-704-5300
Email: mail@jrcert.org

The program's current accreditation award is 8 years. View the General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter.