2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog

Radiography Major - Associate Degree

The mission of the Radiography Program is directly derived from the mission of St. Vincent’s College at Sacred Heart University.   It focuses on the education of radiographers who provide diagnostic services for the sick and sick poor. It provides a sound and stable educational environment where a diverse student population has the freedom to learn and grow intellectually as well as develop competencies in clinical skills. Faculty members are qualified and caring teachers and radiography educators who are dedicated to excellence in radiography education, healthcare, life-long learning and the mission of the College. The Program in Radiography establishes a technical educational foundation upon which students of radiography may continue to build their professional careers.

The Radiography Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)

The radiography curriculum is built upon a foundation drawn from the biological, physical, and social sciences as well as the humanities. Radiography courses include classroom, college laboratory, and clinical laboratory experiences. Graduates must successfully complete a minimum of 72 credits for the radiography major.

Admission Criteria:

General criteria for admission (first-time college students) include:

  • Minimum GPA of 2.75
  • GED, or high school diploma including:
    • 3+ years of high school Math, including 2 years of Algebra and 1 year of Geometry; minimum grade of C+
    • 1 year of high school Chemistry; minimum grade of C+
    • 1 year of high school Biology; minimum grade of C+
    • SAT/ACT scores (optional)

General criteria for admission (transfer students) include:

  • Minimum GPA of 2.75
  • GED, or high school diploma
  • Attended or received credit from a regionally accredited college or university


Progression Criteria:

  • For students who take Anatomy & Physiology at SVC at SHU, a grade of C+ or better must be earned to progress.  
    • For transfer students who took an equivalent Anatomy & Physiology course(s) at a regionally accredited institution,
      • those who earned a grade of B- or higher will be awarded transfer credit.  
  • Successful completion of radiography theory course (grade 80% [B-] or better) and Pass grade in clinical
  • A minimum grade of “C+” is required in FS 103 and MA 106, and any science pre-requisites. A minimum grade of a “B-” is required in BI 206/208, BI 207/209 and PY 104/104L. General education courses may only be repeated once.

Term 1

Credit Hours

RAD 101: Radiography I

8

Term 2 

Credit Hours

RAD 112: Radiography II

8

Term 3 (Summer)

Credit Hours

RAD 200: Clinical Bridge

2

Term 4

Credit Hours

RAD 221: Radiography III

9

Term 5

Credit Hours

RAD 232: Radiography IV

9