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Degree and Certificate Outcomes

RAD – Radiography Outcomes

AAS - Radiography AAS Degree

Degree Outcomes Core Outcomes
Use effective oral and written communication skills while preserving HIPAA/patient confidentiality.
  • Communication
  • Community and Environmental Responsibility
  • Self-Reflection
Provide proper patient care and management with diverse patient populations.
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Professional Competence
Demonstrate ability to select technical factors and manipulation of equipment while performing routine and elective radiographic procedures.
  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
  • Professional Competence
Adhere to safety standards regarding infection control, body mechanics protocols and radiation protection.
  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
  • Professional Competence
Demonstrate problem solving and critical thinking skills as they relate to image analysis and performing non-routine examinations.
  • Professional Competence
Demonstrate professionalism in the clinical area and participate in professional organizations/meetings.
  • Professional Competence
  • Self-Reflection

ACERT - Vascular Interventional Catheterization Technology Less Than One-Year Certificate

Degree Outcomes Core Outcomes
Perform continuous patient assessment in a dynamic acute care environment, respond to emergencies appropriately.
  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Abide by professional ethical standards in order to provide the highest quality care to various patient populations.
  • Cultural Awareness
Perform VIR procedures safely and effectively in a professional manner meeting health care industry standards.
  • Professional Competence
Communicate with patients and other health care providers in a professional manner.
  • Communication