Health Professions Programs
Radiography
Educational Program
Associate of Science in Radiography at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
Program Director: Associate Professor Long
Medical Advisor: Professor Jackson
Associate Professors: Baker, Kosegi, Rafert
Associate Clinical Professors: Cox, Robinson
Assistant Clinical Professors: Devore, Hart
Adjunct Clinical Lecturer: Mussa, Ripperger
Adjunct Lecturer: Herron
Length of the Program A new class begins in summer session II each year and continues for 22 months, including all summer sessions.
Structure of the Program The 22-month curriculum for radiography is based on a combination of professional courses, general-education courses, and clinical experience. Professional classes and clinical experience are scheduled from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. While in the program, students are also required to participate in clinical experience on two Saturdays and in four weeks of evening rotations. Indiana University holidays are observed. The schedule of classes and clinical experiences closely follows the IUPUI academic calendar. Vacations do not constitute excused absences and, if taken, must occur during the breaks between academic sessions of the university.
Design of the Professional Curriculum The general-education courses, professional lecture/laboratory course material, and clinical experiences are integrated throughout the program.
Additional Cost In addition to regular university tuition and fees, students should expect to pay for program-related expenses such as books, uniforms, and other supplies.
Opportunity for Students to Work There are no restrictions on the number of hours a student may work during the program. The radiology departments of many hospitals have part-time evening and weekend positions that are suitable for radiography students. The student must recognize, however, that the professional curriculum requires approximately 25–32 hours per week of on-campus participation in classroom, laboratory, and clinical course work. Study time and completion of general education courses must also be considered. While most of the professional course activities are scheduled during daytime hours on Monday through Friday, there are several clinical experiences that require student participation on weekends and evenings.
Program Facilities The Radiography Program is offered in Indianapolis at the Indiana University Medical Center. The program offices, classrooms, and laboratory facilities are located on the first floor of the Clinical Building. Students obtain clinical experience in the radiology departments located in Indiana University, Riley, Wishard, and the Veterans Administration hospitals; the Regenstrief Health Center; and St. Francis Hospital (Beech Grove, Indianapolis, and Mooresville). Students should expect to rotate to at least four clinical sites during the program.
Accreditation The associate degree program in radiography is fully accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606-2901, (312) 704-5300, www.jrcert.org.
Last Updated: October 11, 2010.