Ascension Providence Hospital School of Radiologic Technology

Congratulations 2023 Graduates!!

  

The Ascension Providence Hospital School of Radiologic Technology prepares the student for examination and certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. The 24-month course includes both classroom study and competency-based clinical education.  The 40-hour school week consists of a daily three-hour class covering topics such as radiologic physics, anatomy and physiology, standard radiographic positions, techniques and departmental procedures.  The remainder of each eight-hour day is devoted to performing clinical duties under the supervision of a registered radiologic technologist.

Contact

Mary A. Kleven, MAOM, BS, RT(R)M (Program Director)
Ascension Providence Hospital, 16001 W. Nine Mile, Southfield, MI 48075
248-849-3293 or e-mail mary.kleven@ascension.org

Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide each student with an education that will enhance their minds.  Through constant goal setting and achievement, the students are given the opportunity to challenge themselves towards excellence in patient care within the radiological sciences.

Program Goals

• Students will be clinically competent
• Students will demonstrate communication
• Students will develop critical thinking skills
• Students will model professionalism 

Student Learning Objectives (SLO) are evaluated over the course of the program to ensure the students are meeting the overall goals of the program. Our SLO may be viewed here.

Admission

Up to 12 students per year; Criterion for acceptance is based on a combined score for both academics and interview. Our Admission's Policy is available here.

Policy Manual

Please click here to view our program policy manual.
Covid-19/disaster policy is attached here. Graduation requirements, grading system, transfer of credits, and clinical obligations can all be located within the handbook or by reviewing excerpts of the handbook here. Our Grievance policy can be located within the student handbook or here. 

Application

• Click here for the 2024 application packet. If application packet doesn't load please email Mary.kleven@ascension.org  for a copy.  Click here for an application form. 

Applicants are required to submit the following, to the Radiography Program by February 1, along with their application for consideration:

• Three (3) current letters of professional reference.
• Official High School transcripts.
• Official College transcripts that demonstrate completion of:
  
  • Algebra (Intermediate; not pre-, basic, or elementary)—3 credit hours
  • English (Communications/ Composition) - 3 credit hours
  • Behavioral Science (Psychology, sociology, etc.) —3 credit hours
  • Anatomy and Physiology 3 c.h. (additional coursework in the Natural Science earns more points)
  • Information Sciences (Introduction to Computers) —3 credit hours
  • Medical Terminology- 1-3 credit hours 
    Documentation of 4 hours of job shadowing or job experience is recommended.  

• A $40 Application fee. (Check or money order payable to "Ascension Providence Hospital").

Tuition

Tuition will be increasing to $7,000 for 2023 admission. All school fees are included in the tuition except for textbooks. There are no refunds offered on any tuition paid. Payment schedule for admitted students for 2023 is here. 

Enrollment

One class is enrolled each year, with the program starting in September. Completed applications must be submitted by February 1 of each year. For a program brochure and application, contact Mary A. Kleven: Mary.Kleven@ascension.org or by telephone:  248-849-3293. 

Locations of clinical rotations: 

Ascension Providence Hospital – Southfield campus; 16001 West Nine Mile Road, Southfield, MI 48037

Ascension Providence Hospital –47601 Grand River Ave., Novi, MI 48374

Ascension Providence Hospital Health Center- 37595 W Seven Mile Rd., Livonia, MI 48152

Academic Community Agreements

The Ascension Providence Hospital School of Radiologic Technology maintains articulation agreements with Macomb County Community College, Wayne County Community College, and Concordia University-Ann Arbor. This is to assist prospective students to be academically prepared, and to provide a pathway for degree achievement. Contact information and program requirements can be found on the side bar link under Academic Community Agreements.

Academic Calendar

 DATES TO KNOW FOR THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR 

DATES TO KNOW FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR

Accreditation

Our current accreditation award is for 8 years; which was granted in March of 2018. Our interim report was accepted, so our next accreditation review date is March 2026. 

Ascension Providence Hospital School of Radiologic Technology is fully accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in the Radiological Sciences. For further information on standards for education in the Radiological sciences, please visit their web page at: www.jrcert.org, or contact them at:

JRCERT
20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606
312-704-5300
FAX: 312-704-5304
mail@jrcert.org
www.jrcert.org

Program Effectiveness Data

Our program is required by the Joint Review Commission on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) to publish data on program completion rate, first time pass rate on the National Registry, and job placement rate. The information can be located here for 2023 .

CT, Interventional Radiology (IR), Mammography & MRI Training

Ascension Providence Hospital also has CT, IR & MRI training available to Registered Radiographers. We offer a 6 month CT program, a 7 month MRI program, and a 6-9 month IR training program. Applicants must be a Registered Radiographer to apply. All applicants must submit a current MRI screening form as part of the application packet which can be located here. Please refer to our CT pamphlet, IR pamphlet, Mammography pamphlet, or MR pamphlet for further information. You may apply for the programs here. 

 

Non-discrimination statement

Qualified applicants are considered for admission to the Ascension Providence Hospital School of Radiologic Technology without regard to race, color, religion, sex, height, weight, national origin, age, sexual preference, arrest record, marital or veteran status, or the presence of a non-job related medical condition or disability.  It is the applicant's responsibility to notify us of any reasonable accommodation necessary to perform the essential duties of the position for which the applicant has applied.