In addition to the IG, the program establishes the following assessment goals (AG) to comply with the SLO categories of the JRCERT standards. The correlation between the IG, AG, and student learning outcomes (SLO) can be found in the assessment plan.
1. The student will be clinically competent.
2. The student will communicate effectively.
3. The student will use critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
4. The student will evaluate the importance of professional growth and development.
AG 1: The student will be clinically competent.
SLO 1.1: Student will perform radiographic procedures in accordance with the standards of practice established by the profession.
SLO 1.2: Student will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of radiation safety and security measures while executing radiographic procedures.
AG 2: The student will communicate effectively.
SLO 2.1: Student will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the appropriate medical terminology when communicating with any type of information related to the status or condition of the patients.
SLO 2.2: Student will demonstrate cordial and professional relationships with members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, patients, and family members.
AG 3: The student will use critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
SLO 3.1: Student will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the evaluation criteria and radiographic quality for procedures involving different anatomical parts of the body.
SLO 3.2: Student will employ effective skills in the management and care of outpatients and inpatients before, during and at the end of the radiographic intervention.
AG 4: The student will evaluate the importance of professional growth and development.
SLO 4.1: Student will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals and standards of the profession.
SLO 4.2: Student will demonstrate responsibility for the professional and personal growth through continuing education, participation in professional organizations, and the study of all literature related to their specialty.
Program Effectiveness Measures (Indirect Measures)
Student Learning Outcomes
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Students will pass the ARRT national certification or the the local board examination on the 1st attempt.
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Students will be employed as radiographers.
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Students who enroll will complete the program.
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Students will be satisfied with their education.
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Employers will be satisfied with the graduate’s performance.
The students should demonstrate proficiency in other areas related to the radiographic field. The graduates should demonstrate their competencies in the areas that relate to (a) knowledge, (b) skills, and (c) attitudes in order to be successful in the labor setting and our Society.
A graduate from the program will be able to develop the following competencies in the areas of knowledge, skills and attitudes:
Knowledge:
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Correctly evaluate the Radiographic quality.
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Apply safety and protection measures while executing radiographic procedures.
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Utilize correct medical technology when communicating patient information.
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Apply clinic knowledge when interpreting medical orders and during patient interventions.
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Possess the minimum knowledge and skills necessary to pass the license exam offered by the Examining Council.
Skills:
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Incorporate critical thinking and solution to problems during their professional practice.
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Demonstrate effective communication skills (written and oral) with patients, family, colleagues and other members of the health team.
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Demonstrate effective abilities during patient care and management during their intervention.
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Execute radiographic procedures according to the practice standards established by the profession.
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Effective use of the emerging technology in their place of work.
Attitudes:
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Maintain cordial and professional relationships with members of the health team.
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Demonstrate professional conduct, empathy and ethical behavior with patients, radiology personnel, other health professionals and general public.
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Assume responsibility for their professional and personal growth through continuing education by becoming a member of professional organizations and reading professional literature in their field.