Radiography – Medical Imaging
at Mount Aloysius College

Associate’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree

An associates in radiography at Mount Aloysius College provides students with the knowledge, training, and experience necessary to flourish in their careers. The radiography program offers exceptional resources and training through medical imaging coursework, specialized instruction, and practical clinical experience.

Get the knowledge and diagnostic skills required to step into a career in high-demand after you graduate!

A degree in radiography opens the door to many future pathways. Through Mount Aloysius, students are equipped to enter the healthcare community able to provide quality patient care and serve as an asset in diagnostic imaging interpretation to healthcare teams.

Program Highlights

  • 91% five-year average pass rate on certification exams

  • Foundation in the liberal arts & knowledge of patient care
  • Dedicated technology & lab resources
Program Spotlight: Medical Imaging & Radiologic Sciences Department

Learn more about what sets the Mount’s radiography program apart from other programs!

Courses Designed to Prepare You for Your Career

The Mount’s radiography program is designed to not only provide you with the knowledge and skills to help you be successful in future jobs, but to help you explore your passions and expand your horizons. Check out more information about the opportunities available to you.

Quick Facts About the Radiography – Medical Imaging Program at Mount Aloysius

  • Associate’s Degree (2 years to complete)
  • Conveniently offered at our main campus in Cresson and at Penn Highlands DuBois Regional Medical Center
  • Graduates are eligible to take the certification exam and be registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

*Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences licensure and certification laws/regulations vary from state to state. It is highly recommended that students planning to pursue a professional credential in states other than Pennsylvania contact the appropriate state licensing agency to seek guidance and verify requirements prior to starting a program

Graduating with a degree in radiography opens a world of possibilities. Some career paths include:

  • Medical Centers
  • Hospitals
  • Outpatient Clinics
  • Physician’s Offices

The demand for radiologic technologists is expected to rise 5% from 2023 to 2033, an increase of 12,900 jobs

Annual median wage for radiologic technologists in PA: $78,980

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (1, 2)

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Support In and Out of the Classroom

With faculty and staff that care about their students both in and outside of the classroom, the Mount’s radiography program offers a variety of support options for students who need it:

  • Full-service library and success commons, with ample room for studying and working

  • Free counseling services available to all students

  • Catherine’s Cupboard, our on-campus food pantry, & the Mountie Career Closet, where students in need can find clothes for internships, interviews, and more

  • On-campus Career Development staff, dedicated to helping you retool your resume, prep for interviews, and more!

  • Personal tutoring with professional tutors

Unmatched Support: Medical Imaging & Radiologic Sciences Department

Accreditation & Program Resources

Mount Aloysius College Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences Program has earned Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) initial accreditation status for 3 years, which is the maximum amount that can be awarded. The current JRCERT accreditation standards can be found here. You can also view the general program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter.

Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
312-704-5300
Email: mail@jrcert.org

View our admissions requirements

The Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences Program does not currently have a formal partnership with any other higher education institution for the associate’s degree.

Clinical site travel varies per student and can be up to 85 miles from the Cresson campus and up to 50 miles from the DuBois campus.

View our list of clinical site contacts

Download our Clinical Obligations (PDF) to learn more about our expectations and requirements for the clinical portion of the program.

Mount Aloysius College offers a variety of options should you want to continue your education after obtaining your associate’s in medical imaging – radiography. We offer bachelor’s programs in:

Departmental Grading Scale:

A  95-100%
B+  91-94%
B  87-90%
C+  83-86%
C  80-82%
D  75-79%
F  0-74%

Clinical Grading Scale:

A 97- 100
B+ 94 -96
B 91 -93
C+ 88 -90
C 85 -87
D 82-84

When grades are calculated, the scores will NOT be rounded up. The score will be recorded as the whole number before the decimal. For example, if the score is 86.48% the score will be recorded as 86%, and if the score is 86.98%, it will also be recorded as 86%.

You can learn more about the College’s graduation requirements in the College Catalog. The graduation policy can be found in the Student Handbook.

Medical Imaging Conflict Resolution:

Should a student encounter difficulty with course content or other aspects of the course, the first action should be to make an appointment to speak with the instructor.  The instructor may suggest resources on campus or other tips to assist student learning.  If a student has concerns with their instructor, then the best course of action is to seek out a meeting with Ms. Haley Lacovitch at 814-886-6449 or by email at hlacovitch@mtaloy.edu for clinical concerns. For academic concerns, students should seek a meeting with Dr. Felicia Holliday at 814-886-6372, or by email at fholliday@mtaloy.edu to discuss the difficulties.

If an agreeable decision is not reached, the student should then request a meeting with the Academic Dean for the School of Business, Arts, and Sciences and the School of Nursing and Health Sciences, Dr. Christopher Lovett, 814-886-6458, or by e-mail at clovett@mtaloy.edu. If the matter has not been resolved at the Department/School level and further steps are necessary, the Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs will make the final decision. The faculty and Academic Dean are committed to treating all students with respect and fairness. Additional information is outlined in the academic grievance policy in the College catalog.

Mount Aloysius College Academic Grievance Policy (also located in the Student Handbook):

If a student has a cause for grievance in academic matters, except concerning Academic Integrity issues, the student is requested to meet with the faculty member involved. If an agreeable decision is not reached, the student should then request a meeting with the Department Chairperson and, if necessary, the Division Chairperson to discuss the matter.

If the matter has not been resolved at the Division/Department level and further steps are necessary, the Vice President for Academic Affairs will make the final decision. The Vice President for Academic Affairs may convene an ad hoc grievance board consisting of two faculty members, two students, and a fifth member from the College community. Board members will be approved by both parties and will act in an advisory capacity to the Vice President for Academic Affairs. The deadline for initiating a grievance procedure is thirty (30) days after the publication of grade reports.

During internal appeals, the student may not be represented by anyone other than themselves.

The mission of the Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences Program at Mount Aloysius College is to prepare students to develop values, attitudes, and competencies necessary to become entry level radiologic technologists.

Upon completion of the Associate Degree of Medical Imaging graduates will:

Goal 1: Professionalism

  • Students/graduates will possess the knowledge and skills necessary to perform as an entry-level radiographer.
  • Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of professional ethics for radiologic technologists.
  • Students will be able to model professionalism.

Goal 2: Critical Thinking

  • Students/graduates will demonstrate critical thinking skills to solve problems effectively.
  • Students will be able to apply special non-routine projections to challenging cases.
  • Students will be able to critically assess images.

Goal 3: Clinical Performance and Competence

  • Students/graduates will understand and promote performance and Competence.
  • Students will be able to demonstrate high quality patient care.
  • Students will be able to adequately demonstrate image acquisition and exposure techniques.
  • Students will be able to demonstrate proper radiation protection practices.
  • Students will be able to apply proper patient positioning skills.

Goal 4: Communication

  • Students/graduates will demonstrate effective communication skills.
  • Students will be able to demonstrate effective written communication skills.
  • Students will be able to demonstrate proper oral communication skills.

Read the program’s Policies & Procedures Manual (PDF)

Addendum to MIRS Medical Marijuana Policy (PDF)

View the Program Effectiveness Data (PDF)

View our student handbook

Visual Acuity

  • Ability to see the patient to monitor patient comfort, vital signs and ensure safety
  • Ability to differentiate between shades of grey, black, and white
  • Read and comprehend protocol for medical imaging procedures
  • Perform data entry tasks using digital and computer terminals

Hearing Acuity

  • Ability to hear the patient to monitor patient comfort, vital signs and ensure safety
  • Hearing must be sufficient to communicate with others and to hear blood pressure sounds through a stethoscope
  • Hear and retain pertinent information to relay information
  • Hear and respond to questions and obtain a clinical history

Speaking Ability

  • Speak clearly and loud enough to be understood by a patient and persons in the department, radiology room, surgery, or on the phone
  • Possess sufficient verbal skills to effectively communicate in English
  • Effectively question patients for clinical history
  • Be able to describe changes in activity, mood, and vital signs of a patient
  • Respond to verbal and non-verbal communication

Physical Ability

  • Grasp and manipulate small objects required to perform job function
  • Operate a variety of x-ray equipment
  • Push and pull routinely
  • Arms and hands or functional artificial limbs are essential to perform radiographic procedures and transfer patients
  • Legs and feet or functional artificial limbs are essential to maintain balance to accomplish required duties and transport patients
  • Stand for the majority (approximately 80%) of a normal work day, and with a 10 lb. Lead apron for certain rotations
  • Maneuver through congested area(s) or unit(s) to perform positioning procedures and transport patients safely
  • Assist patients on and off examination tables, to and from wheelchairs and stretcher
  • Raise arm(s) while maintaining balance when positioning a patient, reaching over table, adjusting x-ray tube
  • Maneuver/push heavy radiographic equipment through congested areas
  • Pull/push medical equipment and adjust x-ray tubes to standard protocol; transfer of patients to and from unit
  • Weight must allow free movement within small control booth, move quickly during patient emergencies; maneuver in small areas while performing portable radiography procedures.
  • Lift patients; lift and carry approximately 30-50 pounds of equipment

Adaptive Ability

  • Organize and accurately perform individual steps of a radiographic examination in proper sequence
  • Emotional stability and maturity
  • Complete required tasks / functions under stressful conditions
  • Track and complete multiple tasks at the same time
  • Perform independently with minimal supervision
  • Interact appropriately with diverse personalities
  • Possess sufficient written skills for proper communication of information
  • A statement attesting to the ability to perform technical standards must be completed.

Clinical Education Fee – $380

Pennsylvania Society of Radiologic Technologists (PSRT) Membership Fee – $15

Annual Conference Attendance Fee – $60

Learn more about our uniform fees via our uniforms document (PDF).

Learn More about Radiography at Mount Aloysius College

Discover what it’s like to study medical imaging – radiography at the Mount! Get more details about the program, learn about life on campus, and find your home away from home here on top of the mountain!

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Email: admissions@mtaloy.edu
Phone: 814-886-6383

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