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Prospective Students
Qualified applicants are ranked for admission based on a composite score derived from the IECC approved placement test, and GPA of specific high school science, social science, and mathematics courses or college level program support courses.
NOTE: Individuals who have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor (excluding traffic violations) or who have an abuse record may not be permitted to take the national registry examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Students with questions should contact the ARRT (651-687-0048) to inquire about eligibility to take the ARRT examination prior to applying to the Radiography Program.
If you are interested in the OCC Radiography Program, please contact:
Linda Horn
hornl@iecc.edu
618-395-7777, ext 2246
Application Requirements
To qualify for ranking, applicants must meet or exceed the requirements listed below:
Complete an application to Olney Central College by February 15 for admission in fall semester.
Provide government issued photo ID residency verification.
Transcripts
Official copies submitted by February15 to the advisor for the Radiography Program.
1. Official High School or GED equivalent
2. Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
Grades
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5* for all college level courses, or if no college coursework has been completed, a cumulative high school GPA of 2.5.
Students making application for the same year they graduate from high school must have a 2.5 GPA at the end of the first semester of their senior year to be eligible to apply.
*Grade Forgiveness
Grades of F in college level courses from institutions outside of Illinois Eastern Community Colleges may be eligible for a grade forgiveness process for ranking purposes for acceptance into the radiography program. The grade forgiveness affects cumulative GPA for ranking purposes only. This grade forgiveness would be done manually and only one time and would not affect the applicant’s official cumulative grade point average. Contact the advisor for the Radiography Program at the college site to determine eligibility.
Placement Tests
Placement test scores assess a student's level in English, reading, and mathematics in accordance with OCC admission standards.
Official copies of test results must be submitted by February 15.
Test must be taken within three (3) years of application.
If a placement test is taken at another institution, it is the student’s responsibility to have test scores submitted to Olney Central College. Please speak with a college representative to ensure the appropriate test is used.
Applicant may take the placement test twice during each year application is made to the program.
Applicant should contact the advisor for the Radiography Program in the Student Services Office at OCC to determine if test scores meet application criteria.
Applicants should consult the Financial Information section of the college catalog or Miscellaneous Fees for any applicable fees related to repeating tests.
Required Courses & Reading
LSC 1101 (General Biology I) or equivalent (as determined by the college) with a grade of C or better. Candidates not meeting this requirement may qualify for admission contingent upon successful completion of this program requirement prior to beginning Radiography course work.
All prospective students must review the Program Handbook.
Required Technical Standards
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Sufficient eyesight to observe patients, manipulate equipment, and evaluate radiographic quality.
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Sufficient hearing to assess patient needs and communicate verbally with other health care providers.
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Satisfactory verbal and written skills to communicate promptly and effectively in English.
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Sufficient gross and fine motor coordination to respond promptly, manipulate equipment, lift a minimum of fifty pounds, and insure patient safety.
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Satisfactory intellect, emotional, and mental functions to exercise independent judgment and discretion in the safe technical performance of medical imaging procedures.
Transfer Students
Individuals seeking credit for courses taken at institutions other than IECC colleges click here for information. The Olney Central College Radiography Program does not accept transfer credit for radiography coursework completed at other institutions.
Conduct and Health
In addition to meeting the Radiography program requirements for admission, a student's conduct and health status must also meet the standard of the clinical agencies.