Health Sciences, Radiologic Technology (Pre) Emphasis, AS

The health sciences emphasis areas focus on the mechanics of the human body and the application of this knowledge in a clinical setting. The tracks below provide the first two years of background necessary to successfully transfer to a four-year college or university or pre-professional program.

Program Outcomes

At the conclusion of the program, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate the mastery of course work considered fundamental to the training of a health care professional.
• Demonstrate the ability to find, read, and critically evaluate appropriate scientific literature and resources.
• Function successfully within laboratory settings, including use of basic equipment and developing and utilizing appropriate safety protocols.
• Develop critical thinking and problem-solving strategies to approach and solve complex problems.

Notes

• Placement test scores dictate English and math course entry levels. It is important to note that MATH - 1010 Intermediate Algebra  is the prerequisite CHEM 1090  General Chemistry I.
• Students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university should consult their faculty and transfer advisors early in their WNCC career to determine a curriculum best suited to their transfer goals.
• Dependent upon the choice of electives, it is possible that the total credits earned for the AS degree will exceed 60 credit credits.
• Students should understand that the courses included in the lists of core requirements and recommended electives will be required by receiving institutions at some point in their journey to the bachelor’s or professional degree.

Radiologic Technology (Pre) Emphasis Area

AS.5122A (61-65 credits)

This emphasis area provides students interested in radiologic technology with the background academic courses necessary for entry into a specialized school of radiography. The program is designed so that courses taken are applicable to related programs. This degree is configured for articulation with Chadron State College and the School of Radiologic Technology at Regional West Medical Center (RWMC) in Scottsbluff, Nebraska.

Notes

• Students applying to Chadron State College and/or the School of Radiologic Technology at RWMC need to contact the counselors or program advisors to determine when they should apply to the program.
• PHYS - 1225 Science of Sports  will satisfy the physics requirement for the School of Radiologic Technology at Regional West Medical Center. If a student is planning on transferring and completing advanced training such as ultrasound, MRI, or nuclear medicine, they should contact their transfer institution to determine if PHYS 1225  will satisfy the requirements for an advanced program of study.
• Radiologic science courses are accepted as transfer credit from the School of Radiologic Technology at RWMC to complete degree requirements. The AS degree is awarded following the successful completion of all listed general education and prerequisite courses, plus sufficient radiologic science elective courses to total a minimum of 60 credits.