FORTIS Radiologic Technologist Program Mission Statement and Program Goals

Mission Statement

The mission of the Radiologic Technology program is to prepare competent, entry-level radiographers to serve the public healthcare needs. The program administrator and faculty are committed to providing each student with a high quality education through innovative and engaging instruction, and role modeling.

Program Goals and Student Learning Outcomes

Goal 1: Students will be clinically competent. 
Student Learning Outcomes: 
Students will apply positioning skills. 
Students will select technical factors. 
Students will utilize radiation protection.

Goal 2: Students will communicate effectively. 
Student Learning Outcomes: 
Students will demonstrate written communication skills. 
Students will demonstrate oral communication skills.

Goal 3: Students will use critical thinking skills. 
Student Learning Outcomes: 
Students will adapt standard procedures for non-routine patients. 
Students will critique images to determine diagnostic quality.

Goal 4: Students will model professionalism. 
Student Learning Outcomes: 
Students will demonstrate professionalism in the clinical setting.
Students will understand the value of professional ethics.