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Radiography Degree Completion FAQ
Is this school/program accredited?
The University of Missouri is accredited through North Central Accreditation
http://provost.missouri.edu/accreditation/nca.html
The Radiography Program is accredited through Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
http://www.jrcert.org
How can I get my RT if the MU program doesn't offer this online?
Check the JRCERT website for accredited RS programs in your area.
http://www.jrcert.org/cert/Search.jsp
Do I have to retake the sciences if I have taken them in my previous RS program?
If the science courses are equivalent to the MU course, had a lab, and you received a grade of C (2.0) or better, they will not need to be retaken. If you are just beginning your Radiography program, you still may have time to select the correct coursework that will transfer to MU. This might decrease the number of credits you would have to re-take. Contact an academic advisor in the School of Health Professions to find equivalent courses at your school. Phone: 573-882-8011 or email: umcshpadvising@missouri.edu
How many hours will I need to complete my BHS in Radiography from MU?
The BHS degree from MU requires 120 credit hours. It is hard to predict how many each individual student will need to take because not all applicants will meet the state of Missouri general education requirements or the Radiography program science pre requisites. The program will perform a preliminary audit, at your request, and this will give a more accurate picture of what will transfer to MU. Send copies of any coursework to the Program Director.
What is the residency requirement for MU?
30 of the last 36 credit hours must be from MU. These can either be on campus, online through MU Direct, or through correspondence with the Center for Distance Instruction. These 30 hours will include the required Radiography professional courses for the BHS and any other courses taken through MU to meet the degree requirements.
Will credits from any school transfer to MU?
Only college credit from accredited colleges and universities will transfer to MU. A maximum of 64 credit hours can be transferred from a 2-year Community College.
What are the required professional courses needed for the BHS degree in RS?
| Students in the Radiography Degree Completion Distance Program will take 8 courses from the following group of core courses. Every student will also have to take at least 2 elective courses from those listed below. | ||
| Core Courses | ||
CPD 3460 |
Cardio Apps (Spring) |
3 hrs |
CPD 4480 |
Clinical Ethics (Fall, Spring) |
3 hrs |
CPD 4955 |
Introduction to Research (WI) (Fall, Spring) |
3 hrs |
CPD 4985 |
Organization & Administration (WI)(cap)(Fall) |
3 hrs |
RS 3150 |
Radiologic Pharmacology (Summer, Fall, Spring) |
3 hrs |
RS 4110 |
Sectional Anatomy (Fall) |
3 hrs |
RS 4140 |
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Physics & Procedures (Spring) |
5 hrs |
| OR | ||
RS 4150 |
Computed Tomography Physics & Procedures (Spring) |
5 hrs |
RS 4220 |
Community Health Ed (Fall) |
3-6 hrs |
| Elective Courses | ||
RS 4140 |
MRI Physics & Procedures |
5 hrs |
RS 4150 |
CT Physics & Procedures |
5 hrs |
RS 4946 |
Advanced Medical Imaging Externship |
3 hrs |
RS 4085 |
Problems in Medical Imaging |
1-3 hrs |
| HP 4300 | Health Care in US | 3 hrs |
| HP 3300 | Public Health Principles & Practice | 3 hrs |
| ESCPS4115 | Human Learning | 3 hrs |
| ESCPS4170 | Educational Statistics | 3 hrs |
| ESCPS4087 | Experiencing Cultural Diversity in US* | 3 hrs |
| Soc 3440 | Sociology of Health * | 3 hrs |
| Soc 4210 | Sociology of Aging * | 3 hrs |
| CPD 4500 | Bioterrorism in Healthcare | 1 hr |
| NuEng4330 | Science and Technology of Terrorism and Counter Terrorism | 3 hrs |
| * These will be availalbe when they are offered via internet | ||
Will I need to take any clinical rotations at the hospital?
After the application has been reviewed and the Radiography courses audited, the Program Director and Director of Clinical, along with input from the student, determine if any clinical experience might be needed. The majority of students do not need any additional clinical experience. Sometimes students request clinical experiences to brush up on rusty skills. Any clinical experience will be set up in the student's community if at all possible.
How long will it take me to complete my BHS in Radiography?
That will depend upon how many of the college credits you already have that will transfer in to MU to meet the General Education requirements and the Radiography program science pre-requisites. A typical online student takes 1 or 2 courses each semester, or 3-8 credit hours.
What will it cost me to complete my BHS at MU?
For current information on fees, please visit the Office of Cashiers.
What are the system requirements for this course online?
Hardware Requirements
http://iatservices.missouri.edu/hardware/
Software Requirements
http://iatservices.missouri.edu/software/
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Where can I find more information about this program?
You can download our Inquiry Packet here, visit MU Direct, or contact Mary Sebacher at sebacherm@health.missouri.edu or by calling 573-882-8405 (make sure you leave all forms of contact information to receive a prompt response, e.g. full name, phone number, email address, mailing address and preferred method of contact).
Page last updated on: September 9, 2009
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