Radiography - Galveston College

Radiography from Galveston College is a Campus Associate Radiology degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. Program Outcomes: 1. Graduate students that will be competent, entry-level radiographers prepared for the healthcare field. 2. Students will demonstrate appropriate communication skills. 3. Students will demonstrate appropriate critical thinking and problem solving skills. 4. The student (graduate) will understand the importance of professional values and life long learning. 5. The student (graduate) will be capable of fulfilling the needs of the healthcare community in radiologic sciences . Mission Statement In keeping with the mission of Galveston College , it is the goal of the program faculty and staff to produce graduates who complete their AAS degree in Radiography, who pass the ARRT certification exam on the first attempt, who are able to enter the job market as entry-level radiographers, who demonstrate empathy and compassion for their patients, and graduates who are committed to life-long learning. The Role of the Radiographer The Radiographer is a health professional educated to utilize ionizing radiation to produce images used in the diagnosis of disease. Radiography by virtue of its capability to render visible otherwise hidden internal structures of the human body is a vital part of modern medical science and the healing arts. Continuing discoveries in the field make radiography one of the most exciting and challenging health care specialties. Depending on a number of factors, including geographic location, duties of employment and their own personal qualities, graduates can reasonably expect entry level salaries ranging from $41,000 to $45,000 per year. Due to limited enrollment, we can not accept every applicant. Potential students will need to complete an interview process with the Radiography faculty. View more details on Galveston College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Radiology courses.