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Accreditation and Outcomes

Accreditation Information

The Harper College Radiologic Technology Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). The program received a full 8-year accreditation in 2019. The next review date will be in 2027. Harper College is regionally accredited through the Higher Learning Commission. Effectiveness data for the program will be available on the JRCERT and Harper College Radiologic Technology websites.

Contact information for the JRCERT:

• 20 North Wacker Drive
• Suite 2850
• Chicago, IL 60606
• Phone: 312-704-5300
• Fax: 312-704-5304
• Website: www.jrcert.org
• Email: mail@jrcert.org

Program Outcomes

1. Students who successfully complete this program will develop clinical competence as entry-level radiologic technologists.
   • The student will:
     • demonstrate radiation safety practices.
     • critique radiographic images.
     • Accurately position the patient.

2. Students who successfully complete this program will apply critical thinking skills.
   • The student will:
     • alter technical factors needed to accommodate patient pathological conditions.
     • modify procedures to meet patient needs.

3. Students who successfully complete this program will display proper communication skills.
   • The student will:
     • communicate with patients.
     • document accurate patient histories.
     • communicate with a diverse population.

4. Students who successfully complete this program will demonstrate professionalism.
   • The student will:
     • demonstrate professional behaviors.
     • comply with professional ethics.
     • summarize the importance of continuing professional development.

Program Effectiveness Measures

The program will effectively meet the needs of the students and the community it serves.

The student will:

• pass the ARRT exam.
• complete the program.
• be employed in radiologic technology.
• be satisfied with the program.
• Employers will exhibit a high degree of satisfaction.

For additional information regarding credentialing, exam pass rate, job placement rate and program completion rate, contact the JRCERT at www.jrcert.org