Radiography Program Mission, Goals, and Student Learning Outcomes
Mission
West Kentucky Community and Technical College Radiography Program’s mission is to prepare students for a career as a diagnostic radiographer by providing a continually improving educational program that allows graduates to meet the needs of a diverse patient population in an ethical and compassionate manner.
Goals and Learning Outcomes
Goal 1: Students will demonstrate clinical competence.
Student Learning Outcomes:
1.1 – Students will demonstrate competence in positioning skills.
1.2 – Students will select appropriate technical factors.
Goal 2: Students will demonstrate communication skills.
Student Learning Outcomes:
2.1 – Students will demonstrate written communication skills.
2.2 – Students will demonstrate oral communication skills.
Goal 3: Students will demonstrate critical thinking skills.
Student Learning Outcomes:
3.1 – Students will adapt standard procedures for non-routine patients.
3.2 – Students will critique images to determine diagnostic quality.
Program Effectiveness Outcomes:
- Students will complete the program in 24 months.
- Graduates will express satisfaction with their education
- Graduates will pass the ARRT certification exam on first attempt.
- Graduates will be gainfully employed within 12 months post-graduation.
- Employers will express satisfaction with program graduates as entry-level radiographers.
