Medical Imaging - Interventional Radiology Overview (BS S801C)
Type of Award
BS- Bachelor of Science
Program Website
https://www.palmbeachstate.edu/Bachelors/
Program Description
The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Medical Imaging provides career advancement for registered radiographers (ARRT(R). The program enables students to develop management and leadership skills, gain a broader-based knowledge of advanced medical imaging theory and acquire skills in research and education.
Note: ARRT(R): American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, Radiography
Program Learning Outcomes
For detailed information, visit www.palmbeachstate.edu/learningoutcomes/program-learning-outcomes/bachelor-programs.aspx
Admission Requirements
Eligible students must have an Associate in Science (A.S.) degree in Radiography.
Applicants must possess, or be eligible for, licensure from the state of Florida.
Applicants must hold the following credential from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists: ARRT(R).
Applicants must have a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
Students who have earned an A.A. degree or baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution may be considered to have met the general education core and elective coursework (60 credit hours) of the degree. Students are permitted to complete any remaining lower division radiography program-specific coursework while completing upper division Medical Imaging B.S. core coursework. For additional information regarding lower division course requirements, please see the Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging (BS) Requirements section of this catalog.
For additional information regarding admission requirements, please see the Admissions section of this catalog.
Completion Requirements
In addition to the credit hours required for the A.S. degree in Radiography, students must also complete the additional general education courses, which may add additional credit hours. The sum of these two credit groups will total 84 credit hours. Students will complete 36 credit hours in upper division coursework for a total B.S. degree requirement of 120 credit hours.
Students must also meet foreign language and civic literacy competency requirements.
For additional information regarding graduation requirements, please see the Graduation section of this catalog.
Program Length
This program can be completed in 24 months.
Location
This program is offered online.
For More Information
Dr. Vicki Shaver, Professor lll, shaverv@palmbeachstate.edu, 561-207-5067
Employment Opportunities
The Medical Imaging B.S. degree prepares students for success in their selected advanced imaging modality and satisfies the requirements needed to sit for advanced national board examinations. The degree also will provide opportunities for advancement in management and education.
Career Path Notes
After completion of this program, students may choose to apply for graduate study at a public or private university.
Career Center
www.palmbeachstate.edu/Career/
For more information about employment opportunities including job outlook and salary information visit:
Occupational Outlook Handbook: www.bls.gov/ooh/
O-Net Online: www.onetonline.org/
Required Courses:
General Education Courses (Credits: 36)
| ENC1101 | English Composition 1 (AA) | 3 Credits |
| ENC1102 | English Composition 2 (AA) | 3 Credits |
| SPC1017 | Fundamentals of Speech Communication (AA) | 3 Credits |
| PSY2012 | Introduction to Psychology (AA) | 3 Credits |
Select two courses from Area ll (Humanities) (Credits: 6)
Select two courses from Area lll (Mathematics) (Credits: 6)
Note: MACxxxx and STA2023 preferred
Select three courses from Area lV (Natural Science) (Credits: 9)
Select one course from Area V (Social Science) (Credits: 3)
Note:
AMH2020 or
POS1041 will satisfy the course portion of Civic Literacy Competency requirement.
Upper Division Common Core Courses (Credits: 21)
| RTE4213 | Radiology Information Systems (BS) | 3 Credits |
| RTE4744 | Advanced Pathophysiology in Medical Imaging (BS) | 3 Credits |
| SON3007 | Ethics and Law in Diagnostic Imaging (BS) | 3 Credits |
| RTE3205 | Leadership and Management in Medical Imaging (BS) | 3 Credits |
| RTE4474 | Quality Management and Compliance (BS) | 3 Credits |
| HSA4702 | Research Methods and Information Literacy (BS) | 3 Credits |
| RTE4950 | Directed Capstone Experience in Medical Imaging (BS) | 3 Credits |
Upper Division Concentration Courses (Credits: 12)
| RTE4116 | Advanced Patient Care (BS) | 3 Credits |
| RTE3765 | Sectional Anatomy for Medical Imaging (BS) | 3 Credits |
| RTE3585 | Interventional Radiology (BS) | 3 Credits |
| RTE3585L | Interventional Radiology Clinical Education (BS) | 3 Credits |
Upper Division Elective Courses - Choose 3 Credits
| RTE3253 | Teaching in the Health Profession (BS) | 3 Credits |
| MAN3301 | Human Resources Management (BAS) | 3 Credits |
| HSA3160 | Health Care Marketing (BAS) | 3 Credits |
| SON3149 | Sonography of the Breast (BS) | 3 Credits |
| SON3222 | Advanced Sonographic Imaging (BS) | 3 Credits |
| SON3402 | Introduction to Electrocardiology (BS) | 1 Credit |
| SON3404 | Echocardiology I (BS) | 3 Credits |
| HSA4109 | Principles of Managed Care (BAS) | 3 Credits |
Technical Core courses from Radiography A.S. Degree (Credits: 48)
A.S. courses from Radiography accredited programs are eligible to fulfill the required lower division Technical Core A.S. course requirement.
Total Credit Hours: 120
Course Sequence:
Term One - Fall (Year One) (Credits: 12)
| RTE4213 | Radiology Information Systems (BS) | 3 Credits |
| RTE4744 | Advanced Pathophysiology in Medical Imaging (BS) | 3 Credits |
| SON3007 | Ethics and Law in Diagnostic Imaging (BS) | 3 Credits |
| RTE3205 | Leadership and Management in Medical Imaging (BS) | 3 Credits |
Term Two - Spring (Year One) (Credits: 9)
| RTE4474 | Quality Management and Compliance (BS) | 3 Credits |
| HSA4702 | Research Methods and Information Literacy (BS) | 3 Credits |
| RTE4950 | Directed Capstone Experience in Medical Imaging (BS) | 3 Credits |
Term Three - Fall (Year Two) (Credits: 9)
| RTE3765 | Sectional Anatomy for Medical Imaging (BS) | 3 Credits |
| RTE3585 | Interventional Radiology (BS) | 3 Credits |
| RTE3585L | Interventional Radiology Clinical Education (BS) | 3 Credits |
Term Four - Spring (Year Two) (Credits: 6)
| RTE4116 | Advanced Patient Care (BS) | 3 Credits |
| Medical Imaging Elective (3) | 3 credits |
Total Credit Hours: 120