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.

1. Graduates will be clinically competent
2. Graduates will communicate effectively in the healthcare environment
3. Graduates will think critically and apply problem-solving skills in the healthcare environment
4. Graduates will have knowledge of the value of professional development and growth
5. Students will graduate and will be qualified to work as entry-level radiologic technologists

At appropriate points during the radiography program, the student will be able to:

• demonstrate appropriate knowledge of radiographic procedures [goal 1]
• apply radiographic positioning skills effectively[goal 1]
• determine appropriate technical factors [goal 1]
• apply principles of radiation protection for patient, self, and others [goal 1]
• demonstrate overall competence in performance of radiographic procedures [goal 1]
• use effective oral communication skills with clinical staff and patients [goal 2]
• demonstrate effective written communication skills [goal 2]
• evaluate images and make appropriate adjustments to technical factors or procedure[goal 3]
• adapt positioning for trauma patients[goal 3]
• determine the importance of continued professional development[goal 4]
• attend professional meetings[goal 4]

At the completion of the radiography program, the graduate will:

• pass the ARRT national certification exam on the 1^st attempt [goal 5]
• be gainfully employed within 6 months post-graduation, if pursuing employment [goal 5]
• complete the program within 22 months [goal 5]
• be satisfied with their education [goal 5]