Associate in Science in Radiography (XRAY-AS)
The Associate in Science degree in Radiography provides students with a broad foundation in developing and mastering basic clinical competencies and theoretical concepts of current radiographic practice and prepares students to seek employment in radiography practice. Each student is strongly encouraged to consult an advisor or counselor prior to course registration.
Special Admissions Requirements
Admission is limited. All program entry requirements must be met before students are eligible for admission. One class per year is accepted. Seats are allotted to qualified students on a first qualified/first served basis.
Admission for eligibility to the program include a minimum grade of “C” or better and 2.75 GPA on Program Specific General Education Prerequisite Courses, College Application, Health Related Programs Application, and High School Transcript Standard Diploma or GED.
When students complete all sections of the application process and meet minimum criteria, they will be provisionally accepted into the program and assigned a seat in the next available class. Therefore, it is important to complete the application, testing, and transcript acquisition process as soon as possible. Applicants will be notified of their provisional acceptance in a timely manner. Final admission into the program is contingent upon submission of satisfactory physical examination/immunization forms, drug screen, and criminal background check.
Core courses with an RTE prefix may not be taken on a Pass/Fail option.
Requirements for the Associate in Science Degree for Hospital Based Radiographer graduates:
Pensacola State College provides a means for a graduate of JRCERT accredited Hospital-based two-year programs who are currently registered Radiologic Technologist to pursue an associate degree. To qualify, applicants must submit an application to the College and the Allied Health Department. Applicants must also submit an official transcript to the College and hold a current, unrestricted RT registration. Once applicants have completed the required general education courses, they would receive 62 credits and would be awarded the Associate in Science degree. Please contact the Allied Health Department for advising.
Program Contact:
Mitzie Sowell
Department Head, Health Sciences
(850) 484-2301
msowell@pensacolastate.edu
Degree Requirements
Prerequisite Courses (13 cc)
Students must complete prerequisite courses with a C or better to be accepted into the Radiography Program.
| BSC 1080 | Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology | 3 cc |
| BSC 1080L | Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory | 1 cc |
| CHM 1020 | Introduction to College Chemistry | 3 cc |
| ENC 1101 | English Composition I | 3 cc |
| MAC 1105 | College Algebra | 3 cc |
Term 1 (15 cc)
Before the start of clinicals (Term 2), students must possess and maintain a Healthcare Providers CPR card, American Heart or Red Cross only. Certification can be earned by successfully completing W 00753 CPR for Healthcare Providers.
Term 2 (13 cc)
Term 3 (7 cc)
Term 4 (13 cc)
| RTE 2523C | Radiographic Positioning III | 2 cc |
| RTE 2563 | Advanced Radiographic Procedures | 3 cc |
| RTE 2782 | Applied Radiographic Pathophysiology | 3 cc |
| RTE 2844L | Radiography Clinic IV | 5 cc |
Term 5 (13 cc)
Total Credit Hours: 77