Bachelor of Science Degree
Radiologic Sciences

The Bachelor’s degree in Radiological Sciences is designed for those individuals seeking a broad foundation within the advanced Imaging Sciences and serves as a sophisticated general undergraduate education in the profession.  With the exponential growth in today’s healthcare technology, educational expertise in technological advances is essential for professional advancement and competitiveness.  This undergraduate degree has emphasizes leadership, managerial skills, advanced patient care, PACS (digital formatting and storage of medical images), healthcare law, sectional anatomy, forensic science, health science research, and computed tomography. 

The courses in management in the Radiological Sciences curriculum are designed to prepare students for managerial positions in radiological operations, should they wish to pursue advancement of their careers by assuming positions of leadership and increased responsibility within the field.

Many fields in the Imaging Sciences, and in healthcare in general, have as a minimum requirement for employment completion of a Bachelor’s degree.  Some examples are:

Radiology Healthcare Administrator/Director

• Radiology Informatics (PACS)
• Radiology Equipment/Medical Device Sales
• Radiology Applications Systems Specialist
• Radiology Sales Representative (Diagnostic and Advanced Imaging Modalities)
• Radiology Pharmaceutical Representative
• Higher Education (Radiology Programs)
• Program Director—Master’s Degree
• Clinical Coordinator/Instructor—Bachelor’s Degree

The program objectives of the Bachelor of Science in Radiological Sciences are to:

1. Provide a broad overview of educational opportunities in the radiological sciences, including healthcare management, computed tomography, mammography, and/or other advanced radiological science modalities.
2. Educate students in health care delivery systems, strategic planning, decision making, and project management.
3. In accordance with professional and accreditation guidelines, provide a quality education, both clinical and didactic, in the health sciences to prepare health professionals for advanced positions and leadership roles.
4. Broaden a student’s knowledge, cognitive skills, and generalized theoretical learning through the liberal arts and sciences.
5. Allow students who are interested in computed tomography the opportunity to sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Computed Tomography certification upon completion of the Bachelor of Science degree in Radiological Sciences and upon satisfying ARRT certification requirements in Computed Tomography.

Associated Program Costs
Students are responsible for all cost associated with required physical exams and immunizations/screenings, purchase of required uniforms, criminal background checks, radiation film badges, and transportation to and from clinical preceptorship assignments.

Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Science degree in Radiological Sciences, those students who choose the Computed Tomography clinical component, fulfill the Computed Tomography graduation requirements, and meet the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (A.R.R.T.) guidelines for certification eligibility in Computed Tomography, may sit for the A.R.R.T. examination in Computed Tomography.

Program Admission Requirements

1. Complete the general admission procedures outlined in the South College-Asheville catalog or call and set up an appointment with an admission representative at (828) 398-2500. General admission includes the completion of the application to the college and all required forms, payment of an application fee, and completion of a personal interview with an admission representative.
2. Submit proof of satisfactory completion from a two-year JRCERT accredited Radiologic Technology program.  Students must provide a copy of the certificate of completion or copy of an Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology from the program of study.  (Applicants will also have to provide official transcripts.)  Applicants satisfying this requirement can expect to receive credit for 119 quarter hours of courses in the curriculum that are at the Associate Degree level.
3. Request a Radiological Sciences Application Packet from the Department of Imaging Sciences.  Complete all portions of the application and return it to:  Program Director, Radiological Sciences Program, South College-Asheville, 29 Turtle Creek Drive, Asheville, NC 28803.
4. Submit documentation of a college cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better on a 4.0 scale.
5. Provide proof of eligibility or actual registry certification as a Registered Radiologic Technologist, R.T.(R).
6. Submit documentation of a current physical evaluation, including up-to-date immunizations for the clinical component of the program.  A criminal background check may be required by the clinical affiliates.
7. Assume willingly, responsibility for all cost associated with required physical exams, immunization and screenings, purchase of required uniforms, criminal background checks, radiation film badges, and transportation to and from the clinical assignments.
8. Complete a personal interview with the Radiological Sciences Selection Committee demonstrating the following attributes:
• Sensitivity to the needs of the patient who may have serious physical ailments.
• Capability to work well as a member of the healthcare team.
• Proficiency in superior communication skills necessary to deal with other members of the healthcare team, patients, and their families.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and to follow instructions competently.
9. Provide proof of current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation in BLS for Healthcare Providers.

Information for Currently Certified Radiologic Technologists and Registry Eligible:

Applicants, who are currently registered as Radiologic Technologists with the ARRT, can qualify for full transfer of credits earned in their completed certificate or two-year program of radiologic technology study towards the Bachelor of Science in Radiological Sciences degree.  On the other hand, graduates from a JRCERT two-year accredited program, who are not registered, but who can provide proof of registry eligibility, will also receive full credit for their associate degree or certificate of professional coursework.  All applicants, to be eligible for transfer of 119 quarter credit hours (equivalent to the Associate Degree of Science in Radiologic Technology at South College-Asheville), must meet the following requirements:

1. Be a currently Certified Radiologic Technologist:  Submit application for the Bachelor of Science in Radiological Sciences to the Program Director, Imaging Science Department.
2. Submit a copy of the ARRT registry certification card.
3. Provide proof of certificate of completion or Associate degree from a two-year JRCERT accredited radiology program.

Registry Eligible Applicants:

1. Submit application for the Bachelor of Science in Radiological Sciences to the Program Director, Imaging Science Department.
2. If not yet certified by the ARRT in Radiologic Technology, submit proof of registry eligibility through completion of a two-year JRCERT accredited radiology program.

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