Mission and Goals

Mission Statement

The Radiologic Sciences Programs (RSP) at Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis (IUPUI) are aimed at the preparation of highly qualified individuals who are dedicated to the health and welfare of the patient through the practice of radiologic technology.

Values

The Radiologic Sciences Program (RSP) faculty support the following values:

Student learning through the effective use of available educational opportunities including

Entry-level professional programs, advanced level educational programs, and continuing education offerings.
Diverse patient populations.
Broad spectrum of technology and health facilities.

Creative activity and research resulting from the collaboration of faculty and students.
Ethical behavior and professional integrity in addition to technical competence.
Civic engagement involved in collaborating with a variety of internal and external constituencies including health care facilities, professional organizations and IUPUI, School of Medicine and Health Professions Program departments.

Goals for Radiologic Sciences Programs

To provide high quality education in radiologic sciences in the preparation of technologists for entry level positions in radiography and nuclear medicine technology in accordance with the appropriate Joint Review Committees.
To prepare the student to meet the requirements established for national registration in radiography, nuclear medicine technology or one of the certificates of advanced qualifications offered for radiographers.
To develop the student's ability to function as an active member of the health care team.
To provide advanced educational opportunities for graduate registered radiographers.
To broaden the student's knowledge through study in liberal arts and sciences.
To foster independent thinking and lifelong learning.
To ensure program quality with an assessment plan to measure achievement of program goals, learning outcomes, and JRC Standards/Essentials.