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The School of Radiography at Sharon Regional is based on the long-term commitment of the Health System to educational programs in the healthcare field. Education in the Radiologic Sciences began in the 1950s when the hospital was approved for a one-year program. In 1959, it was approved for a two-year program. Radiography is the art and science of using radiation to provide images of the tissue, organs, bones and vessels that comprise the human body. These images may be recorded on film or displayed on a video monitor. A radiographer is an essential member of the healthcare team. The body part of the patient must be accurately positioned, and only the amount of radiation necessary to produce a quality image must be applied. These are two important aspects of the responsibilities of the radiographer. Mission Sharon Regional Health System School of Radiography provides education for students in the Radiologic sciences to be qualified entry-level radiographers. The program strives to provide the highest quality education and patient care that stresses compassion, competency, respect, and dignity of all people. Program Goals/Assessment Plan Why choose Sharon Regional? · 24-month hospital-based certificate program · Fully accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) · 10/1 student/educator ratio · Hands-on clinical experience in a progressive settings · Rotations to additional sites based on clinical assignments * Affiliated with Clarion University in a 2+2 Baccalaureate program Academic and Admission Requirements 1. High school diploma or GED 2. Completed courses in Biology and Algebra 1 with a grade of 2.0 "C" or better from high school (recommendations: Algebra II, Chemistry, Physics). 3. Completed SAT with minimum of 1,275. (Prior to 3/2005: 850) 4. Technical Standards form submitted. 5. Submit completed application form with application fee. 6. Submit official copy of current or final transcripts from high school and college. 7. Completed HOBET (Health Occupation Basic Entrance Test) exam. For HOBET information click here 8. College Credits: 15 college credits of general education. College credits may vary at different colleges, so the student must make sure that he or she has a total of 15 college credits. College transcripts and transcript forms for these classes must also be submitted to the program with application. The student must receive a passing grade in each course. College credits must be chosen from the following list to satisfy the general education credits. However, the student can't take more than two courses from each category. The category of courses listed below will ensure a diversified educational experience. 1. Written/oral communication (required) 2. Mathematical logical reasoning (required) 3. Arts/humanities (recommended) 4. Information systems (recommended) 5. Social/behavioral sciences (recommended) 6. Natural sciences (recommended) 7. Medical terminology (recommended) 8. Anatomy and physiology (recommended) For more information, please contact Robert Piccirillo, MBA, RT, (R), Director, School of Radiography at 724-983-5603 or e-mail at rpiccirillo@srhs-pa.org.
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