Welcome to the Department of Radiologic Technology & Medical Imaging
Important Notes for Students Considering the Radiologic Technology Major:
1. Only one class is accepted each year, to begin in the fall semester. Therefore, all prerequisites (BIO 1101, for some, see Part I, #8 in the FAQs document), BIO 2311, ENG 1101, RAD 1124, MAT 1275 or higher MUST be completed by the fall semester, prior. There are no exceptions.
2. The requirements for registering for RAD 1124 Introduction to Radiologic Technology have changed effective Spring, 2026. Registration for this course now requires the following Pre and Corequisites: Prerequisites are ENG 1101 or ENG 1101CO or ENG 1101ML and Pre or Corequisite is BIO 2311.
3. The cumulative (overall) GPA from your City Tech transcript is NOT the acceptance GPA. The acceptance GPA is a calculation between the prerequisite (pre-clinical courses) GPA and the cumulative (overall) GPA.
4. PSY 1101, PHIL 2203 and BIO 2312 are not prerequisite courses. They are general education courses which must be completed to graduate from the program. While students are not required to complete these courses for admission consideration, some students opt to do so. However, note the following: Grades for completing PSY 1101, PHIL 2203 and PSY 1101 will be included at the time of admission consideration under the cumulative (overall) GPA from your transcript, only. Also, completing these courses prior to program admission will affect full time status for financial aid while in the program. Students are strongly urged to consult the Financial Aid office for further information.
5. All transfer students must complete one full semester (Fall or Spring) at City Tech prior to admission consideration regardless of the number of prerequisite courses completed. Summer or winter sessions are not considered a full semester.
6. Make an advisement appointment with the department as soon as possible. Do not rely on information received from any other individuals other than a faculty member of the radiologic technology department or a monthly Town Hall Zoom. Beware of social media misinformation.
7. Note that there is no set GPA for guaranteed entrance into the clinical phase of the program as this varies from year to year. Students are urged to achieve the highest grade possible in all prerequisite courses for successful admission.
8. To be considered for acceptance into the program the following must occur:
- Be a preclinical Radiologic Technology major as listed in Degree Works by the Spring Semester deadline found on the college calendar.
- Complete all prerequisite courses noted above.
- Complete and submit the online application by the noted due date.
- If a transfer student, complete one full semester at City Tech. Note that winter and summer sessions are not included.
9. The Radiologic Technology major for City Tech is a diagnostic radiography program only. Once the ARRT examination is successfully completed, students are credentialed (ARRT certified and have NYS licensure) to be entry level radiographers. Other certifications such as Ultrasound, Mammography, MRI, CT, etc. require additional education and certification. Please see items 11-13 under Part 1 of the FAQs.
10. Students are strongly urged to read the updated Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
| PROGRAM GOALS & STUDENTS' LEARNING OUTCOMES |
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| GOAL 1: Students will be competent in clinical components of radiologic technology. |
| Outcome 1.1 Students will demonstrate strong positioning skills. |
| Outcome 1.2 Students will illustrate appropriate patient care while working with patients. |
| Outcome 1.3 Students will illustrate radiation protection while working with patients. |
| GOAL 2: Students will communicate effectively in the health care setting. |
| Outcome 2.1 Students will demonstrate effective oral communication skills. |
| Outcome 2.2 Students will demonstrate effective written communication skills. |
| GOAL 3: Students will demonstrate skills in critical thinking and problem- solving. |
| Outcome 3.1 Students will evaluate radiographic images and determine proper course of action. |
| Outcome 3.2 Students will effectively plan, prepare for, and carry out requirements to be able to accommodate positioning for non-routine procedures. |
| GOAL 4: Students will enter the field of radiologic technology and practice with a high degree of ethics and professionalism. |
| Outcome 4.1 Students will demonstrate proper ethics and professionalism while working with patients. |
| Outcome 4.2 Students will possess and maintain a professional resume. |
| Program Effectiveness Measures: |
| Outcome 1 Graduates will pass the national certification examination on the first attempt. |
| Outcome 2 Graduates seeking employment will be working in the field within twelve months post- graduation. |
| Outcome 3 Students will complete the program. |
| Outcome 4 Graduates will be overall satisfied with their education in Radiologic Technology. |
| Outcome 5 Employers will be overall satisfied with the performance of the program's graduates. |
City Tech's comprehensive program provides a student with the special knowledge and skills necessary to the practice of Radiologic Technology & Medical Imaging. The program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).
The radiologic technology program is one of the health career programs at New York City College of Technology. It is designed to provide the health team with a member who uses radiation to produce images which contribute to diagnosis of disease or injury. Graduates receive the AAS degree and are eligible for the certification examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); and the program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).
The JRCERT office is located at:
20 N. Wacker Drive
Suite
2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
Website: http://www.jrcert.org/
Email: mail@jrcert.org
Phone 312-704-5300
Fax 312-704-5304
The program's current accreditation award is 8 Years - 2024 to 2032. General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter can be found here: https://www.jrcert.org/programs/new-york-city-college-of-technology
The graduate of the associate degree program is eligible to take the national examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). This examination satisfies the New York State licensure requirements. Candidates for examination must comply with the ARRT Standards of Ethics (https://www.arrt.org/pdfs/Governing-Documents/Standards-of-Ethics.pdf). Prior conviction under the law may jeopardize eligibility for examination. Further information about this issue may be obtained by contacting the department.
Many radiologic technologists are members of the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT), the professional organization. Benefits include continuing education and a job bank. Technologists may also join their state society.
Graduates of the program are employed in major medical centers, imaging centers and medical offices throughout the metropolitan area and in many other locales. Many graduates pursue additional degrees or advanced specialty certifications such as mammography, magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography and cardiovascular imaging. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) the average starting salary for Radiologic Technologists is $61,540.