Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology

About the degree:

The Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology at Missouri Southern State University (MSSU) prepares students to become radiologic technologists — healthcare professionals who perform diagnostic imaging examinations such as X‑rays, CT scans, MRIs, mammography, and nuclear medicine.

Graduates are eligible to sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification exam, the largest credentialing agency in the field with more than 300,000 registrants. Your career boundaries are determined only by your abilities and interests, with opportunities across hospitals, clinics, and specialized imaging centers.

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What You’ll Learn:

Students in the program gain both academic knowledge and hands‑on clinical training. By graduation, you will be able to:

• Explain examination procedures clearly to patients and families.
• Communicate effectively through oral presentations on advanced radiology modalities.
• Apply critical thinking and problem‑solving skills in clinical environments.
• Identify and resolve issues with rejected images.
• Demonstrate professionalism through attendance, conduct, and feedback from clinical staff.
• Show clinical competence in radiologic positioning and procedures.

is this degree right for you?

• You want to perform diagnostic imaging examinations and administer radiation therapy treatments.
• You are interested in new, developing technologies including bone densitormetry, CT Scans, Magnetic Resonance Imaging and more!
• You want a growing career.  According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for radiology technologists will rise by as much as 21 percent through the year 2022.

Accreditations and Memberships:

Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
American Association of Colleges & Universities (AAC&U)
Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE)

jrcert contact information:

The MSSU radiology program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.

20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
Phone: 312-704-5300
Email: mail@jrcert.org