The BSRS program offers students an opportunity to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to become radiologic technologists. Radiologic Sciences is a healthcare profession combining state-of-the-art technology and imaging techniques with human compassion to provide a rewarding career. Through the use of ionizing radiation, radiologic technologists produce diagnostic images used for the diagnosis and treatment of disease and injury. As professionals, radiographers are required to observe the ethical and professional standards expected of all persons involved in caring for patients in health care settings.

What are some career fields available to me if I major in Radiologic Technology?

• Bone densitometry
• Cardiovascular-interventional radiography
• Computed tomography
• General radiography
• Mammography
• Magnetic resonance imaging
• Medical equipment sales
• Quality Managment
• Radiology Information Systems
• Surgery

With additional education you could practice in:

• Education
• Nuclear Medicine
• Medical Dosimetry
• Radiation Therapy
• Sonography
• Management

Accreditation
Radiologic Sciences Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, Illinois 60606-3182, phone number 312-704-5300, mail@jrcert.org, http://www.jrcert.org.

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The RT to BSRS program provides an individualized plan of education to assist technologists, who are ARRT registered in Radiography, in gaining the skills necessary to meet their future career goals. This program was designed for technologists who are interested in pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences degree. The technologist may earn credit without enrollment in 44 hours of radiologic sciences courses. Northwestern State University offers an individualized plan for learning to assist radiologic technologists registered in radiography who are pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in radiologic science. The length of the program will be based on the amount of prior academic coursework completed. Our mission is to provide students with the education to promote success, professionalism, and opportunity in the radiologic sciences.

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The NSU School of Allied Health offers a pathway for associate degree allied health professionals to obtain a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Allied Health (BASAH).  This is a completion degree that consists of 60 credit hours of coursework for the student to complete at NSU.  The BASAH will allow student to transfer general education and up to 30 hours of clinical coursework credits from their associate degree program to meet the requirements of the BASAH program.  The program is offered 100% online, making it accessible and convenient.

Program Requirements

• Completion of an accredited associate degree program in an allied health discipline
• Proof of licensure, registration, or certification to practice in an allied health discipline

What are some career fields available to me if I complete the Bachelor of Applied Science in Allied Health?

• Quality Improvement
• Healthcare educator
• Management positions in health care
• Clinical instructor
• Professional development coordinator
• Informatics
• Medical sales
• Supervisory positions in healthcare
• Medical equipment sales

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The post-baccalaureate certificate program in Invasive Cardiovascular Technology, will provide baccalaureate prepared students with specialized cardiovascular technology education. Upon completion of the program, students will have the theoretical cardiovascular knowledge necessary to obtain advanced certification in invasive cardiovascular technology.

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The post-baccalaureate certificate program in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) program is specifically designed for registered radiologic technologists who desire to obtain certification in MRI under the new American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) post-primary pathway requirements. The post-baccalaureate certificate program will:

• Provide students the knowledge and skill needed to safely obtain MRI images;
• Promote the development of critical thinking and problem solving skills needed to perform MRI imaging;
• Provide instruction in MRI imaging procedures, sequencing parameters, physical principles of image formation, & data acquisition and processing;
• Promote patient safety MR imaging; and
• Prepare graduates to pass the MRI national certification exam administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

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The Master of Science in Radiologic Sciences Program at Northwestern State University provides a specialized program of study that will prepare baccalaureate radiologic sciences professionals to become leaders in the radiologic sciences. The MSRS program offers two concentrations in the areas of radiologic sciences education and administration. The program allows radiologic sciences professionals to earn a graduate degree in their discipline and to develop skills that will assist with career advancement within radiologic sciences education and administration.

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NSU Admissions is the department on campus that schedules tours of the campus, online admissions, and answers general questions about applying to Northwestern State University.

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Follow the “Online Admissions” link at NSU Admissions to establish your admissions account.  You can create your account, apply to NSU, and review your activity as it relates to your admission.

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The
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The University Registrar list all courses in the University Catalog, under “University Catalogs”.

A list of current textbooks in use is located on our Current Students page. You may also find your course syllabus by going to eNSU’s Course Offerings, clicking on the semester, and then ‘Details’.

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Students who complete a baccalaureate degree may wish to continue their education.  If you are interested in a Graduate Degree, please visit the NSU Graduate School  website.  This website contains information on the application process, course checklists, course descriptions, and requirements for graduate studies.