Mission Statement
The mission of the Radiography Program is to provide students with a high quality, well-rounded educational experience which results in graduates who possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to enter the field of diagnostic imaging as entry-level radiographers. Graduates of the Washtenaw Community College Radiography Program will demonstrate the necessary skills to integrate the theoretical knowledge and essential clinical skills to perform radiologic procedures and provide exemplary patient care in a variety of healthcare settings with diverse patient populations.
The mission of the Radiography Program is sustained by the achievement of the following goals and student learning outcomes:
Program Goals and Student Learning Outcomes
Goal 1
Clinical Competency: Students will demonstrate proficiency in technical and clinical skills.
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Students will perform diagnostic radiographic procedures.
- Students will demonstrate the ability to perform basic patient care assessment skills.
Goal 2
Critical Thinking: Students will demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Students will calculate correct exposure factors
- Students will solve problems in the clinical setting.
Goal 3
Communication Skills: Students will demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Students will use effective oral communication skills in the clinical setting.
- Students will practice writing skills.
Goal 4
Professional and Ethical Principles: Students will demonstrate the ability to analyze and address ethical and medical issues in patient care while exhibiting professionalism in the clinical setting.
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Students will recognize the ethical and medical issues in patient care.
- Students will exhibit professional behaviors in the clinical setting.
Radiography Program Assessment Data
This document offers a comprehensive overview of our curriculum's objectives, expected outcomes, and strategies for continuous improvement, equipping our students with the necessary skills for a successful career in the field of radiography. We are pleased to share this information with prospective students and the public. If you have any questions or need further information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to William Nelson, MA, RT (R), Program Director, at 734-677-5119 or via email at [email protected]. Thank you for your interest!