Radiography AAS
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 3
Last Re-Certification Date: 1/15/2025
Program Description
Radiography prepares individuals for a career in diagnostic radiology (X-Ray) as a radiographer. The radiographer is a technologist who produces images of the human body to aid physicians in the diagnosis of injuries and diseases. Graduates of the program are eligible to take the entry-level certification examination administered by the American Registry of Radiography Technologists (ARRT) and may obtain employment in the x-ray departments associated with hospitals, medical clinics, veterinary clinics, and private offices. Program curriculum focuses on theoretical and applied radiography and includes a clinical experience in a radiographic department. The program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). Students learn to use x-ray imaging machines to demonstrate body parts on x-ray films for diagnostic purposes, including diagnostic radiology, bedside and trauma procedures, pediatric radiography, and special procedures.
Established in 1997
CIP: 51-0911 Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
Blackhawk Technical College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
ARRT
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
- Industry Standard: Joint Review Committee on Education Radiologic Technology
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification, Associates Degree, Other, Employment
64 Weeks ( 1408.00 Hours / 70.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $10,978.00 |
| Total Cost | $10,978.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Students may apply online at https://blackhawk.elluciancrmrecruit.com/Apply/Account/Login?ReturnUrl=%2fapply.Covers the period July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024
Program Enrollments and Completions
Enrollments 460
Exits (completions, withdrawals, and transfers) 220
Completions (successfully finished the program) 39 (18%)
Credential Attained 39 (100%)
Employment Outcomes (Completions Only)
Employed six months after exit 24 (60%)
Average quarterly wages earned six months after exit $10,650
Median quarterly wages earned six months after exit $11,341
Employed 12 months after exit 13 (32%)
Average quarterly wages earned 12 months after exit $11,526
Entry Requirements:
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Day Classes
Performance Data
Program: Radiography AAS
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 3
Last Re-Certification Date: 1/15/2025
Program Description
Radiography prepares individuals for a career in diagnostic radiology (X-Ray) as a radiographer. The radiographer is a technologist who produces images of the human body to aid physicians in the diagnosis of injuries and diseases. Graduates of the program are eligible to take the entry-level certification examination administered by the American Registry of Radiography Technologists (ARRT) and may obtain employment in the x-ray departments associated with hospitals, medical clinics, veterinary clinics, and private offices. Program curriculum focuses on theoretical and applied radiography and includes a clinical experience in a radiographic department. The program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). Students learn to use x-ray imaging machines to demonstrate body parts on x-ray films for diagnostic purposes, including diagnostic radiology, bedside and trauma procedures, pediatric radiography, and special procedures.
Established in 1997
CIP: 51-0911 Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer.
Provider Information
Blackhawk Technical College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
ARRT
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
- Industry Standard: Joint Review Committee on Education Radiologic Technology
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification, Associates Degree, Other, Employment
64 Weeks ( 1408.00 Hours / 70.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $10,978.00 |
| Total Cost | $10,978.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Students may apply online at https://blackhawk.elluciancrmrecruit.com/Apply/Account/Login?ReturnUrl=%2fapply.Covers the period July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024
Program Enrollments and Completions
Enrollments 460
Exits (completions, withdrawals, and transfers) 220
Completions (successfully finished the program) 39 (18%)
Credential Attained 39 (100%)
Employment Outcomes (Completions Only)
Employed six months after exit 24 (60%)
Average quarterly wages earned six months after exit $10,650
Median quarterly wages earned six months after exit $11,341
Employed 12 months after exit 13 (32%)
Average quarterly wages earned 12 months after exit $11,526
Entry Requirements:
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Day Classes