Associate of Science Degree in Radiology Technology
The Radiologic Technologist works within the healthcare environment to provide diagnostic images for treatment and diagnosis. The imaging professional is responsible for accurately positioning patients and ensuring that a quality diagnostic image is produced. Each Radiologic Technologist is responsible for radiation safety, radiation protection and basic patient care. Clinical experience in Boston – area hospitals combined with coursework prepares graduates for positions in this high demand field.
3 Credits MAT 100 level or aboveCollege level Math course
(Algebra, Statistics, Pre-calculus, or Calculus)
| Prerequisite Courses | 10 credits | |
| 3 credits | ENG 101 | English Composition I |
| 4 credits | SCI 201 | Anatomy and Physiology I * |
Note: Prerequisite courses should be completed before applying to the program. See program admissions information. The student must be selected to the program before registering for Radiology/Allied Health (HLT) courses. It is recommended that students complete other general education courses before applying (Anat and Phys II, English II, Psychology, Humanities elective).
| Program Courses | 58 credits | |
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First Semester-FALL |
14 | |
| 4 credits | SCI 202 | Anatomy and Physiology II |
| 3 credits | HLT 150 | Introduction to Radiology Technology |
| 3 credits | HLT 152 | Basic Radiographic Procedures |
| 4 credits | HLT 154 | Clinical Practicum I |
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| Second Semester-SPRING | 12 | |
| 3 credits | HLT 170 | Principles of Radiologic Quality |
| 3 credits | HLT 171 | Radiologic Instrumentation |
| 3 credits | HLT 172 | Intermediate Radiographic Procedures |
| 3 credits | HLT 174 | Clinical Practicum II |
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| Third Semester-SUMMER | 5 | |
| 5 credits | HLT 175 | Clinical Practicum III |
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| Fourth Semester-FALL | 14 | |
| 4 credits | HLT 250 | Fundamentals of Radiobiology |
| 3 credits | HLT 252 | Advanced Radiographic Procedures |
| 4 credits | HLT 254 | Clinical Practicum IV |
| 3 credits | ENG 102 | English Composition II |
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| Fifth Semester-SPRING | 13 | |
| 3 credits | HLT 270 | Topics in Radiology Technology |
| 4 credits | HLT 274 | Clinical Practicum V |
| 3 credits | SSI 122 | General Psychology |
| 3 credits | Elective (Humanities is recommended) | |
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| Total | 68 credits | |