MTC Rad tech program effectiveness data june 2014

1. Moultrie Technical College
Radiology Program
Program Effectiveness Data
Program mission, goals, student learning outcomes, and philosophy:
Mission: The mission of the Moultrie Technical College Radiology Program is to provide a comprehensive
education, which will prepare graduates with the entry- level skills necessary to seek employment as a
radiographer and receive an Associate’s Degree at the end of the program.
Goal: Students of the program will demonstrate clinical competence.
Student Learning Outcomes:
• Students will demonstrate appropriate positioning skills
• Students will evaluate images for diagnostic quality.
• Students will utilize appropriate radiation protection procedures
Goal: Students will communicate effectively.
Student Learning Outcomes:
• Students will use effective oral communication skills.
• Students will use effective written communication skills.
Goal: Students will employ critical thinking skills
Student Learning Outcomes:
• Students will illustrate appropriate critical thinking skill.
• Students will exhibit critical thinking skill
Goal: Students will demonstrate professional growth and development.
Student Learning Outcomes:
• Students will be evaluated for professional growth development.
PROGRAM PHILOSOPHY
The concept of professional technical education, regardless of the form such education may take, is firmly
based in the belief that the capability of the individual to contribute as a member of the society is related not
only to the distinctive capabilities inherent in each person, but also to learned knowledge and to the
development of those capabilities.
The entire operation of the Moultrie Technical College Program of Radiologic Technology shall be
directed by a very real concern for the individual student, and recognition that individual advancement, through
the acquisition of knowledge and skills, enhances the ability of the student to meet his or her needs as well as
those of the society.
Consistent with the philosophy, the administration and faculty of the school take the position that students
are here to access a means for personal and professional growth and development. The curriculum, objectives
and program policies are intended to promote this position.

2. Accreditation Information
The MTC Radiologic Technology program is accredited by the Joint Review Commission on Education in
Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). The program has 8 year accreditation with the next review date is the Third
Quarter of 2016. The next site visit is tentatively scheduled the Third Quarter of 2020. Moultrie Technical
College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Council on Occupational Education. Graduates are
eligible to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Examination. Effectiveness data for the
program will be available on the JRCERT and Moultrie Technical College websites. Contact information for the
JRCERT:
20 N Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago IL 60606-3182
Phone 312-704-5300
FAX 312-704-5304
Website www.jrcert
Email mail@jrcert.org

3. Moultrie Technical College
Radiology Program
Effectiveness Data
Five –year average credentialing examination (American Registry of Radiologic Technology) pass rate of
no less than 75 present at first attempt following graduation.
Year Percent passing on 1st
attempt
Number of Students
2009 100% 14 of 14 students passes 1st
attempt
2010 93% 14 of 15 students passed 1st
attempt
2011 100% 10 of 10 students passed on 1st
attempt
2012 100% 7 of 7 students passed on 1st
attempt
2013 89% 7 of 8 students passed on 1st
attempt
5 year average 96%
Five-year average job placement rate not less than 75 percent within 12 months of graduation.
Year Percent job placement Number of Students
2009 100% 12 surveys returned
2 continue education.
10 employed within 6
2010 83% 10 graduation surveys returned.
8 of 10 employed within 6 months
2011 75% 7 graduation surveys returned
5 of 7 graduates employed within 6 months
2012 78% 8 graduation surveys returned
6 of 8 graduates employed within 6 months
2013 100% 6 graduation surveys returned
6 graduates employed within 12 months
5 year average 87.2%

4. Program Completion Rate:
5-year average of program completers not less than 75%. Program completion is the number of students who
are accepted into the radiology program and fulfill the College and Programmatic requirements.
Year Percent Completion
Number of students
2009 83% 18 began, 15 graduated
2 dismissal for grades
1 voluntary drop
2010 79% 19 began. 15 graduated
2 dismissal for grades
2 voluntary drop
2011 65% 17 began 11 graduated
4 dismissal for grades
2 voluntary drop
2012 84% 8 began, 7graduated
1 dismissal for grades
2013 100% 9 began9 graduated
2 dismissed for grades
1 dismissed for violation
2 voluntary drops
5 year average 82.2
For more information regarding program effectiveness data visit the JRCERT website at
www.jrcert.org.