Medical Imaging Technology
At IPFW you may complete all but 32 credit hours toward the Bachelor of Science in medical imaging technology. You must apply and be admitted to the medical imaging technology program at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) to complete the degree. Completion of IPFW course work does not guarantee admission to the IUPUI program. Graduates receive their degree from the IU School of Medicine.
Overview
A medical imaging technologist is a skilled radiographer qualified to provide patient service in interventional procedures, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, or ultrasonography.
Prerequisite Courses
Prior to entering IUPUI’s medical imaging technology program, the student must complete the minimum prerequisites, which includes an Associate of Science in radiography or its equivalent. These prerequisites may be completed at IPFW. Students should consult with an IPFW health sciences advisor for appropriate courses and semester sequencing.
Radiography
Students who earn an Associate of Science in radiography through IPFW will graduate with 60 credit hours in radiography. IUPUI allows entry to the medical imaging technology program with a minimum of 40 college credit hours in radiography.
Suggested Electives
Students must earn a total of 15 credit hours in physical and biological sciences. To complete a minimum of 122 credit hours of academic work for graduation, additional electives may be required.
IUPUI Admission Requirements
Admission Requirements
Minimum Number of Prerequisite Credit Hours if all prerequisites are taken at IPFW
99
Class Size
Based on the availability of clinical education sites for each major area.
Criteria Used for Selection of Class
Evidence of registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), cumulative GPA weighted 40%, essay weighted 20%, radiologic technology GPA weighted 20%, clinical radiologic technology GPA weighted 10%, science/math GPA weighted 10%.
Application Deadline
November 15 of the year prior to desired entry.
Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average
2.80 on a 4.00 scale at the time of application. Grades from all college courses taken, including remedial courses and courses that do not meet prerequisite requirements, are considered when calculating the minimum cumulative grade point average.
Minimum Specific Grade Point Average
3.00 on a 4.00 scale for all radiologic technology course work. 2.50 on a 4.00 scale for all physical and biological sciences.
Minimum Grade Requirement in a Stated Prerequisite Course
C (2.00 on a 4.00 scale)
Technical Standards
See IUPUI Health Professions Programs policy.
Interview
An interview is not required.
The details of your prerequisite course work should be discussed with an IPFW health sciences advisor. You are also encouraged to consult an advisor at the IUPUI campus to discuss the degree by calling (317)278-4752 or by e-mail at askhpp@iupui.edu. The most current program information is found at http://msa.iusm.iu.edu/hpp/.
At IPFW you may complete the following courses:
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· Humanities elective: Cr. 3 · Social/Behavioral science elective: Cr. 3 |
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Total Credits: 100-102 |
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For questions regarding IPFW course requirements, contact:
Student Success Center
IPFW - College of Health and Human Services
Wayne Williams, Advisor
Neff Hall Room 120B
Phone: (260)481-0144
For additional IUPUI information:
www.iupui.edu
Contact:
Linda Cox, M.S. R.T.(R), Coordinator
Medical Imaging Technology Program
IUPUI
Clinical Building 120
541 N Clinical Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46202-5111
Phone: (317)274-5188
E-mail: Lcox1@iupui.edu
IUPUI Program Facts
Length of the Program
A new class begins Summer Session II each year and continues through Spring Semester the following year (10.5 months).
Structure of the Program
Students participate in classes and/or clinical experiences from 8 am to 4 pm, Monday through Friday. Some evening clinical hours may be required.
Design of the Professional Curriculum
The lecture material and clinical experiences are integrated.
Location of Clinicals
Clinical education sites are in the Indianapolis Metropolitan area. Students are responsible for their transportation to these sites.
Program Facilities
The Medical Imaging Technology Program is offered in Indianapolis at the Indiana University Medical Center. The offices, classrooms, and laboratory facilities are located on the first floor of the Clinical Building.
Opportunity for Students to Work
Generally, employment as a part-time radiographer is available at one of the medical centers or area hospitals.
Employment Facts
Positions in medical imaging are expected to grow faster than average through 2012. Career growth is dependent on the size of the employer and the need to obtain additional formal education in some cases. Presently, medical imaging technology graduates are very much in demand. There are more job openings than graduates to fill them, and most, if not all, graduates in the past five years have found employment by the time they have graduated from the program. Entry-level salaries range from $42,000 to $52,000 per year, depending on which clinical practice is pursued. Salaries range fron $45,000 to $70,000 after five years. See the following Bureau of Labor Statistics website for more salary info:http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos273.htm. Excellent job market for graduates. Sign-on bonus for most jobs.
Graduates of the Program
Graduates are employed as technologists in hospitals, diagnostic imaging centers, and physicians' offices. A minority of graduates will seek employment in commercial settings that cater to the sales and servicing of medical imaging equipment or the pharmaceuticals involved in the procedures.
Credential Required to Practice
RT(R)(ARRT) Registered Radiographer. Advanced qualification credentials are available and may be required by some employers. Currently, depending on the clinical major completed, graduates may be eligible for one or more of the following credentials in addition to the RT(R)(ARRT) required for entry into the program: from the ARRT, Cardiovascular-Interventional Technology (CV), Computed Tomography (CT), Mammography (M), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR), and Ultrasound (U); from the ARDMS, Medical Sonography (RDMS) and Vascular Technology (RVT).
Licensure Requirements to Practice
State certification is required to operate an X-ray machine. The state accepts the ARRT Registry for certification.
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