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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMESThe RT program has established the following Student Learning Outcomes as part of the program goals:For Goal #1- Students will demonstrate clinical competence.1. Students will position patients properly.2. Students will apply radiation safety and follow ALARA standards.3. Students will demonstrate proper use of all radiology equipment.For Goal #2- Students will employ effective communication skills.1. Students will effectively communicate in a clinical setting.2. Students will effectively communicate within an academic setting.For Goal #3- Students will apply critical thinking skills.1. Students will demonstrate the ability to perform non-routine radiographic exams.2. Students will demonstrate the ability to determine acceptable diagnostic images.For Goals #4- Students will practice professionalism1. Students will exhibit professional behavior.2. Students will provide quality patient care and comfort.COLLEGE MISSION STATEMENTNorth Shore Community College is a diverse, caring, inclusive community that inspires our students to become engagedcitizens and to achieve their personal, academic, and career goals through accessible, affordable, rigorous educationalopportunities that are aligned with our region's workforce needs and will prepare them for life in a changing world.COLLEGE VISION STATEMENTNorth Shore Community College is a beacon of hope and opportunity for those who learn, live and work onMassachusetts North Shore. The College creates responsive partnerships and collaborations to make apositive difference for residents. By providing an educated and innovative workforce, North ShoreCommunity College contributes to the economic vitality and resiliency of the Commonwealth.In keeping with the philosophy of the NSCC Mission Statement, four (4) area hospitals cooperate with the college inthe training and education of Radiologic Technologists. Realizing that the health needs of any community are ofprime importance and that the modern medical health team necessarily includes professionals such as RadiologicTechnologists; the cooperating segments of this program have committed themselves to the program goals set downherein.COLLEGE VALUESThe Faculty and Staff at North Shore Community College exemplify the highest academic and institutional integritythrough our commitment to:Access and Opportunity. We provide access to quality higher education by offering clear and flexible pathways toacademic success for the diverse populations we serve.Respect and Inclusion. We seek to create a respectful, welcoming, and appreciative learning environment inwhich each person and every group belongs, is accepted, has value, and actively contributes.Educational Excellence and Innovation. We embrace the highest standards in developing dynamic learningenvironments through excellent faculty and staff, academic freedom, innovative teaching methods, quality facilities,and engaging technologies.Student Learning and Success. We are devoted to maximizing our students ability to learn and achieveacademic, personal, and professional success through appropriate support and services.Purposeful Life and Global Citizenship. We are dedicated to empowering students to become lifelong learnersand engaged citizens, to understanding the global landscape, and to equipping them for transformative careers.Social Responsibility and Justice. We are committed to developing productive, collaborative relationships withinthe college and among our various constituencies so that we may serve to improve the quality of lives in the NorthShore communities.3

Sustainability and Resourcefulness. We uphold our heritage for tenacity, sustainability, responsible stewardshipand equitable distribution of our resources.PROGRAM EFFECTIVENESS DATA as of 2021THE ARRT PASS RATE:The ARRT pass rate is the number of graduates that have taken and passed the ARRT (American Registry ofRadiologic Technologists Radiography credentialing examination) on the first attempt. The RT program meets thefive-year average credentialing examination pass rate goal by the JRCERT of not less than 75% at first attempt withinsix months of graduation.YearPercent passing on firstattempt20162017201820192020Five-year pass rate100%88%77%100%90%90%Number of students who passed/Numberof students who took the exam within 6months of graduation12/1214/1610/1312/129/1057/63PROGRAM COMPLETION RATE:Program completion rate is defined as the number of students who complete the program within 150% of the statedprogram length. The program’s stated length is 21 months and 150% of the program’s stated length is 31.5 monthsfrom the start of the program in September. The RT program meets the program completion rate goal of not less than75% within 31.5 months of first starting the program as a 5-year average. However, it did not meet that goal for theclass of 2016.YearPercent completion20162017201820192020Five-year completion rate71%94%76%82%81%81%Number of students completing theprogram/Number of students starting theprogram12/1716/1713/1714/1713/1668/84JOB PLACEMENT RATE:The job placement rate is determined by the program sending out graduate surveys 12 months after graduation. Thejob placement rate is determined by the number of surveys returned by the graduates,The five year average job placement rate is not less than 75% within 12 months of graduation. Note that the numberof surveys returned may not be the same as those who actively sought employment.The JRCERT has defined “not actively seeking employment” as:1) Graduate fails to communicate with program officials regarding employment status after multiple attempts OR2) Graduate is unwilling to seek employment that requires relocation, OR3) Graduate is unwilling to accept employment due to salary or hours, OR4) Graduate is on active military duty, OR5) Graduate is continuing education.4

Year20162017201820192020Five-year average jobplacement rateJob Placement Rate inpercent100%100%100%100%100%Number of students returning thesurvey/Number of surveys sent11/1212/1612/1310/1212/13100%57/66For additional information regarding program effectiveness data visit the JRCERT website at www.jrcert.org5

North Shore Community CollegeProgrammatic Organizational ChartRadiologic Technology ProgramCollege PresidentBill Heineman, Ed.DInterim VP of AcademicAffairsAndrea DeFuscoSullivanDean of HealthProfessions andHuman ServicesLori Vinci, MSRadiologic Technology Program AdvisoryCommitteeVP Academic Affairs – Karen HynickDean of Health Professions – Lori VinciDean of STEM Education – Steven HubbardProgram Director – Joseph MansellClinical Coordinator – Taylor CollinsMedical Director – May Teoh, MDClinical Instructors – Dawn Bizzarro, RoseRevilla, Daisy Flete, Katherine ComptonClinical Department Managers – DarleneBevans, Nicole PagliaruloStudent Representatives – Endri Haskaj,Kailee Caron, Shannon LamustaHealth ProfessionsAdmin Asst.Kristen KaedingLavina SadhwaniRadiologic TechnologyProgram DirectorJoseph Mansell, MS,RT(R)Clinical CoordinatorTaylor Collins, BS,RT(R)(CT)Adjunct FacultyMedical DirectorRussell Arey, CNMTMay Teoh, MDClinical InstructorsDawn BizzarroDaisy Flete6

FACULTYThe following is a list of Personnel that are available to answer questions about the program in general or about aspecific hospital with which the college affiliates.Joseph Mansell, MS, RT(R)Program Director, Radiologic TechnologyNorth Shore Community College1 Ferncroft Rd.Danvers, MA 01923(978) 762-4163Taylor Collins, BS, RT(R)(CT)Clinical Coordinator, Radiologic TechnologyNorth Shore Community College1 Ferncroft Rd.Danvers, MA 01923(978) 762-4173Russell Arey, CNMTAdjunct Professor, Radiologic TechnologyNorth Shore Community College1 Ferncroft Rd.Danvers, MA 01923Dawn Bizzarro, RT(R)Clinical Instructor, Radiologic TechnologySalem Hospital81 Highland AvenueSalem, MA 01970(978) 354-4409Roseline Revilla, RT(R)Clinical Instructor, Radiologic TechnologyLynn Community Health Center269 Union St.Lynn, MA 01901(781) 477-3105Daisy Flete, RT(R)Clinical Instructor, Radiologic TechnologyBeverly Hospital85 Herrick StreetBeverly, MA 01915(978) 922-3000Nicole Pagliarulo, BA, RT(R)Clinical Instructor, Radiologic TechnologyAddison Gilbert Hospital298 Washington StreetGloucester, MA 01930(978) 283-4000Katherine Compton, RT(R)Clinical Instructor, Radiologic TechnologyLahey Outpatient at Danvers480 Maple St.Danvers, MA 01923(978) 774-44007

CLINICAL AFFILIATESNorth Shore Community College considers it a distinct privilege to be associated with the hospitals listed.Each hospital is a modern facility equipped with a variety of diagnostic instruments. Individual Radiology Departmentsprovide the student with the maximum experience in diagnostic radiology.The affiliate hospitals are:Addison-Gilbert Hospital located in Gloucester, MABeverly Hospital located in Beverly, MALahey Outpatient at Danvers located in Danvers, MALynn Community Health Center located in Lynn, MASalem Hospital located in Salem, MAPROGRAM SCHEDULEThe Radiologic Technology Program has been designed to educate a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist within atwenty-one month period. This includes all college didactic courses as well as clinical experience. The hours ofclinical attendance are 7:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.Freshman students attend courses at the college on Monday, Wednesday and Friday with clinical experiences onTuesday and Thursday. Freshman students are required to spend the January intersession at their clinical affiliate sitefor the equivalent of 40 hours per week. Freshman students are also required to spend 12 weeks of the summerbetween their Freshman and Sophomore year at their clinical affiliate site for the equivalent of 40 hours per week.Sophomore students attend courses at the college on Tuesday and Thursday with clinical experiences on Monday,Wednesday and Friday.ADVISORY COMMITTEEThe Radiologic Technology Program is guided by an Advisory Committee which meets at regular intervals to discussissues pertinent to the program. This committee recommends changes and innovations consistent with thephilosophy of Radiologic Technology Education. It is responsible for the continued updating of technical training andconcerns itself with problems of an immediate nature, as well as long term modifications.ADVISORY COMMITTEE COMPOSITIONCollege PersonnelVice President for Academic AffairsDean of Health ProfessionsProgram Director, Radiologic TechnologyClinical Coordinator, Radiologic TechnologyDean of STEM and EducationDirector of Accessibility ServicesFreshman Radiologic Technology Student RepresentativeSophomore Radiologic Technology Student RepresentativeGraduate Radiologic Technology Student Representative8

ADVISORY COMMITTEE COMPOSITION CONT.Hospital Affiliate PersonnelDepartment Manager from each participating hospitalClinical Instructor from each participating hospitalMedical AdvisorDEGREE AWARDEDStudents who successfully complete the program requirements will receive an Associate Degree in Science inRadiologic Technology from North Shore Community College.NATIONAL REGISTRY EXAMINATIONStudents who successfully complete the Radiologic Technology Program and who graduate with an Associate Degreein Radiologic Technology are eligible to sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Examination. Agrade of 75 or better on the examination bestows the title of Registered Radiologic Technologist upon the programgraduate.MASSACHUSETTS STATE LICENSEStudents who successfully complete the Radiologic Technology Program are eligible to apply for a one-yeartemporary RT license. Upon notification of passing the ARRT examination, program graduates are then eligible toapply for a full Massachusetts Radiologic Technologist license.ACCREDITATION INFORMATION:Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT): The North Shore CommunityCollege Radiologic Technology Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in RadiologicTechnology (JRCERT).The North Shore Community College Radiologic Technology program strives continuously to maintain compliancewith all the standards necessary for maintaining accreditation. Complaints regarding allegations that the program isin non-compliance of the standards should be directed to:JRCERT20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850Chicago, IL 60606-3182(312) 704-5300mail@jrecert.orgwww.jrcert.orgUpon notification from the JRCERT that the program is in non-compliance the program director will meet with theprogram faculty and clinical instructors within one week and devise a plan to bring the program into compliance.9

JOINT REVIEW COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION IN RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGYSTANDARDS FOR AN ACCREDITED EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM IN RADIOLOGIC SCIENCESThe program adheres to and follows the “Standards for an Accredited Educational Program in Radiologic Sciences”set by the JRCERT.Standard One: IntegrityThe program demonstrates integrity in the following: representations to the communities of interest and the public,pursuit of fair and equitable academic practices, and treatment of, and respect for, students, faculty and staff.Standard Two: ResourcesThe program has sufficient resources to support the quality and effectiveness of the educational process.Standard Three: Curriculum and Academic PracticesThe program’s curriculum and academic practices prepare students for professional practice.Standard Four: Health and SafetyThe program’s policies and procedures promote the health, safety, and optimal use of radiation for students, patientsand the general public.Standard Five: AssessmentThe program develops and implements a system of planning and evaluation of student learning and programeffectiveness outcomes in support of its mission.Standard Six: Institutional/Programmatic DataThe program complies with JRCERT policies, procedures, and standards to achieve and maintain specializedaccreditation.NATIONAL AND STATE AGENCIESAMERICAN REGISTRY OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGISTS: Graduates of the Radiologic Technology programare eligible to apply for national certification as a radiographer by the America Registry of Radiologic Technology(ARRT). In order to earn ARRT certification and registration, students need to meet three requirements(education, ethics, and examination).EducationIn order to meet the education requirement for the Radiography primary pathway, you must have: Earned an associate's degree or higher Completed an ARRT-approved educational program in the same discipline as the credential you are pursuingEthicsTo become a candidate for certification and registration, you must demonstrate good moral character.ExaminationAfter you meet the education and ethics requirements, you’ll need to pass an exam before earning ARRTcredentials. Learn more about our examination requirement—as well as how we create exams, what to expect onexam day, and what happens after the exam.MASSACHUSETTS RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY LICENSE COMMISSIONThe Commonwealth of Massachusetts requires the licensing of all operators of ionizing medical radiographyequipment through the DPH Radiation Control Program. Student radiographers are permitted to operate suchequipment while enrolled in an accredited program of Radiologic Technology and are under the direct or indirectsupervision of a licensed radiographer. Radiography graduates are eligible to apply for a license to practiceradiologic technology. Specific regulations and additional information on licensing requirements may be accessedthrough the state’s website www.state.ma.us//dph/rcp/radia.htm.10

PROFESSIONAL & STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS:Students will be encouraged to become student members of the Massachusetts Society of RadiologicTechnologists (MSRT) and the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT). Students who wish to alsojoin the ASRT may obtain an application from the program director. The annual membership fee for students is 35.00 (application fee is waived) and includes a subscription to RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY a bi-monthlyprofessional journal.11

Code of EthicsThe Code of Ethics forms the first part of the Standards of Ethics. The Code of Ethics shall serve asa guide by which Certificate Holders and Candidates may evaluate their professional conduct asit relates to patients, healthcare consumers, employers, colleagues, and other members of thehealthcare team. The Code of Ethics is intended to assist Certificate Holders and Candidates inmaintaining a high level of ethical conduct and in providing for the protection, safety, and comfortof patients. The Code of Ethics is aspirational.manner, responds to patient needs, and supportscolleagues and associates in providing qualitypatient care.2The radiologic technologist acts to advance theprincipal objective of the profession to provideservices to humanity with full respect for the dignityof mankind.3The radiologic technologist delivers patient careand service unrestricted by the concerns ofpersonal attributes or the nature of the diseaseor illness, and without discrimination on thebasis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin,sex, marital status, status with regard to publicassistance, familial status, disability, sexual orientation,gender identity, veteran status, age, or any otherlegally protected basis.4The radiologic technologist practices technologyfounded upon theoretical knowledge and concepts,uses equipment and accessories consistent withthe purposes for which they were designed, andemploys procedures and techniques appropriately.5The radiologic technologist assesses situations;exercises care, discretion, and judgment; assumesresponsibility for professional decisions; and acts inthe best interest of the patient.6The radiologic technologist acts as an agentthrough observation and communication to obtainpertinent information for the physician to aid inthe diagnosis and treatment of the patient andrecognizes that interpretation and diagnosis areoutside the scope of practice for the profession.7The radiologic technologist uses equipment andaccessories, employs techniques and procedures,performs services in accordance with an acceptedstandard of practice, and demonstrates expertisein minimizing radiation exposure to the patient, self,and other members of the healthcare team.8The radiologic technologist practices ethicalconduct appropriate to the profession and protectsthe patient’s right to quality radiologictechnology care.9The radiologic technologist respects confidencesentrusted in the course of professional practice,respects the patient’s right to privacy, and revealsconfidential information only as required by law orto protect the welfare of the individual orthe community.10The radiologic technologist continually strives toimprove knowledge and skills by participating incontinuing education and professional activities,sharing knowledge with colleagues, and investigatingnew aspects of professional practice.11The radiologic technologist refrains from the use ofillegal drugs and/or any legally controlled substanceswhich result in impairment of professional judgmentand/or ability to practice radiologic technology withreasonable skill and safety to patients.1212

Section 2Admissions and Program Requirements13

APPLICATIONSCompleted applications must be submitted into the Admission Department. It is recommended that applicants walktheir application to the department so that someone from Admissions can verify that all the requirements have beenmet and all the documentation is present. The primary application deadline is early January.INFORMATION SESSIONSIn order to have a completed application, candidates must have written proof of attending a Radiologic Technologyinformation session. Information sessions are held in April-May and September-December. Specific dates andlocations for the information sessions are on the program’s academic webpage. Documentation verifying informationsession attendance will be given after the information session is completed. This documentation must be submittedwith the application.CHEMISTRY COURSEA chemistry course must have been taken in either High School or College level and must have a final grade of C orhigher (no time limit).TEAS EXAMThe Radiologic Technology program requires all of its applicants to complete the TEAS exam. In order to be eligiblefor the RT program, applicants must have the following minimum scores.Reading 69%, Math 70%, Science 50%, English - No MinimumMEET AND GREETAs a part of the application process all applicants with a complete application will have the opportunity to meet withprogram faculty and representatives from both Beth Israel Lahey Health and Partners Healthcare Systems.ACCEPTANCE INTO THE PROGRAMLetters informing the candidates about the program acceptance, waitlist, or non-acceptance will be mailed out by theAdmissions Department in April.ACC

The program in Radiologic Technology at North Shore Community College is a fully accredited program through the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). The program adheres to and follows the "Standards for an Accredited Educational Program in Radiologic Sciences" set by the JRCERT. The curriculum