Overview
The School of Radiologic Technology at Mercy Hospital provides an associate degree in applied science upon graduation with full accreditation by the JRCERT. Graduates are eligible to become Registered Technologists with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Students are provided with both didactic and clinical instruction on campus. Approximately 3,400 hours are dedicated to mastery of clinical skills valuable in today’s competitive market.
Students will be required to rotate a total of six Saturday rotations beginning in their second year. They will receive six clinical experiences on afternoons. Students will be given a compensatory day off as to not exceed 40 hours a week.
The School of Radiologic Technology at Mercy Hospital is affiliated with Kent State University and provides a pathway to an ATS degree (which is an associate degree in technical study) upon graduation from the Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital School of Radiologic Technology.
**If the applicant has attended any college or university, they should contact the Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital School of Radiologic Technology program director, Christine Gialousis at Gialouc@ccf.org or 330.489.1273 for advisement.
Selection of students to the program shall be based on the applicant’s ability, preparation, attitude, interest and personal qualities indicating potential to successfully meet the terminal goals of the program.
Program goals
- The student will develop competence in clinical performance.
- The student will demonstrate effective communication.
- The student will demonstrate the ability to use critical thinking skills.
View program mission, goals, and learning outcomes.
Program expenses*
| Application Fee | $40 |
| Book Fee Estimate | $500 |
| Seminars (OSRT) | $250 |
| Uniforms & Shoes | $120 |
| Trajecsys | $150 |
| Tuition per semester (4 Semesters) |
$3,750 |
| TOTAL ESTIMATED COST | $16,060 |
*Prices subject to change.
Compliance
It is the hospital’s policy that it will comply with the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), Ohio Revised Code 4112.02(A), and Title II of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), and the Regulations issued thereunder, and that this policy will be administered and will continue to be conducted in such a manner that no person will be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under such program on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital’s School of Radiologic Technology is accredited by the Joint Review Committee of Education in Radiologic Technology and currently holds a 5-year accreditation.
JRCERT
20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
313.704.5300 FAX: 423.304.5304
mail@jrcert.org
www.jrcert.org/
Prerequisites
Application prerequisites (must be completed prior to Feb. 1 deadline)
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- 2 letters of reference.
- Completed application form with all materials returned prior to February 1st.
- If the student is accepted, a physical examination, drug screen and background check will be performed and is required to complete the acceptance process.
- A copy of all college transcripts must be submitted with the completed application. If they need to be sent by the college, please send them to Christine Gialousis — gialouc@ccf.org, Program Director.
- If transcripts are more than 5 years old, they will be evaluated by the Program Director. Pending the results of that evaluation more college courses may need to be taken.
- If shadowing is permitted. A minimum of 4 hours of shadowing is recommended in a hospital or medical center radiology department. Otherwise a brief tour will be given at the time of interview either in person or virtually.
- Overall college GPA must be a minimum of 2.0.
- Admission to the program is based on a point system that awards points for GPA of program pre-requisites, complete application, and interview score.
- Meeting all of the requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.
Coursework prerequisites
Prior to entering Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital’s School of Radiologic Technology, several prerequisites must be completed with at least a “C” average (or the prerequisite must be repeated) at an accredited college or university.
A current CPR/BLS certification is required. The CPR/BLS Course must be offered/accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA).
Prerequisites include:
- Anatomy and Physiology I.
- Anatomy and Physiology II.
- Medical Terminology.
- College Algebra Course.
- Chemistry.
- Composition/College Writing.
- Communications Course.
- First Year Experience.
If you have some college credits at a school of higher learning, please contact the Program Director, Christine Gialousis, at 330.489.1273 for advisement.
Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital has entered into an articulation agreement with Kent State University to provide an ATS — Associate of Technical Study, Individualized Program degree.
If you have NO college credits, you should complete your pre-requisites at a Kent State University regional campus, Kent State Stark Campus, if possible. In order to receive a degree from Kent State University, you will be required to complete 15 residency credits. This means that 15 of your college credits need to be from courses you have completed at a Kent State University Campus.
Below is a list of courses at Kent State University that can be used to fill those 15 residency credits and be used toward your Associate of Technical Study degree:
- US 10097: First Year Experience (1 credit hour, online course available).
- ENG 11011: College Writing I (3 credit hours, online course available).
- HED 14020: Medical Terminology (3 credit hours, online course available).
- CHEM 10055: Molecules of Life (3 credit hours, online course available).
- COMM 15000: Communication.
- COMM 20001: Communication.
- Humanities and Fine Arts course (3 credit hours, online course available).
- PSYC 11762: General Psychology (3 credit hours, online course available).
- MATH Requirement:
- MATH 11009: Modeling Algebra (4 credit hours, online course available) or
- MATH 11010: Algebra for Calculus (3 credit hours, online course available).
- Anatomy and Physiology Requirement:
- BSCI 11010: Foundational A & P I (3 credit hours) and BSCI 11020: Foundational A & P II (3 credit hours) or
- *BSCI 21010: Anatomy & Physiology I (4 credit hours) and BSCI 21020: Anatomy & Physiology II (4 credit hours).
*Recommended
Please contact Kent State University — Stark Campus Advisors for more information on how to apply to Kent State University and assistance with registering for the appropriate courses needed for ATS degree completion.
Advising Services:
ksustarkadvisors@kent.edu
330.244.3251
Academic Calendar
View Academic Calendar 2022 - 2023
* All dates subject to change at the discretion of the Program Director.
View Academic Calendar 2023 - 2024
* All dates subject to change at the discretion of the Program Director.
Additional Information
Program effectiveness data
The following is a brief synopsis of information reported to the Joint Review Committee on Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). The program reports program completion rate, credentialing examination first attempt passage rate and employment rate. The JRCERT is located at 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606-3182, 312.704.5300.
Download our School of Radiologic Technology program effectiveness data report.
Appeals policy
A student may appeal an unfavorable evaluation or Progressive Corrective Action through the following grievance procedures:
- The student shall contact the Program Director to file an official grievance. The formal grievance must be filed within ten (10) days from the said action. The grievance should state simply the reasons for disagreeing.
- The Program Director will notify the student within ten (10) days to schedule a meeting with the Advisory Committee.
- At the meeting of the Advisory Committee, the student will present his/her position and may call witnesses with direct knowledge of the incident in question. The student may be represented by another student at this meeting.
- If the student fails to be satisfied with the decision of the advisory committee, they may appeal to the Human Resources manager of Mercy Hospital. The Human Resources manager’s decision is final. This appeal must be filed within ten (10) days of the advisory committee’s decision.
- Policy and procedures can be reviewed in the Mercy Hospital School of Radiologic Technology Program Director’s office. The office phone number is 330.489.1273.
Application
For details on applying to Mercy Hospital’s School of Radiologic Technology:
Contact
Christine Gialousis Program Director
gialouc@ccf.org
School of Radiologic Technology
Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital
1320 Mercy Drive NW
Canton, Ohio 44708
330.489.1273
