Radiography Program

Overview of the Program

Halifax Health Medical Center sponsors a 30-month, full-time medical center based program, which is affiliated with Daytona State College. Program completion leads to a certificate from Halifax Health and the option of receiving an AS Degree from Daytona State College.

Program graduates are eligible for national certification/registration in radiography by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and appropriate state licensure. The academic structure of the program cannot accommodate part-time or transfer students.

Full-time program faculty includes an education coordinator and two clinical faculty members. Information on due process, program outcomes and student services can be obtained through the Radiography Program office.

Overview of Radiologic Sciences

Registered Technologists in Radiography RT(R) provide healthcare services by applying x-ray energy to assist in diagnosis and treatment. Radiographers perform radiologic procedures to produce images for interpretation by a physician (radiologist).

Professional judgment and critical thinking skills are exercised in the performance of services while maintaining a demeanor complementary to professional ethics. Radiographers provide appropriate multi-skilled patient care and are required to remain abreast of new technologies by participating in continuing education programs.

Accreditation

The Radiography Program at Halifax Health is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), 20 N. Wacker Dr., Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606-3182. 312.704.5300 and email: mail@jrcert.org.

During the educational process, student radiographers are exempt from Florida Licensure Statute-Chapter 468.