Radiologic Technology

The Radiologic Technology Program provides a general education and clinical training program that prepares students for a career in radiography. The technical program combines theory through traditional classroom instruction and laboratory experiences on campus, and clinical experiences in affiliating hospitals to provide opportunities for students to develop skills needed to enter the Radiology profession.

The Radiologic Technology Program commences in August of each year and runs for 22 consecutive months (5 semesters) with a projected graduation date in May. Students receive traditional classroom instruction and laboratory experience on campus during the program. Clinical experience with actual patient contact is provided by rotation through the affiliated hospitals during this period.

About Our Program

Affiliated hospitals are Bolivar Medical Center in Cleveland, Delta Health -The Medical Center in Greenville, Greenwood Leflore Hospital in Greenwood, Northwest MS Regional Medical Center in Clarksdale, Panola Medical Center in Batesville, North Sunflower Medical Center in Ruleville, South Sunflower County Hospital in Indianola, University of MS Medical Center Grenada in Grenada, University of MS Medical Imaging Center in Grenada, Tyler Holmes Regional Medial Center in Winona, and Chicot Memorial Medical Center in Lake Village, AR. Clinical assignments are at the discretion of the college.

The MDCC Radiologic Technology Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Graduates of the program are awarded an Associate of Applied Science degree and are eligible to write the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) examination.

Professional Licensure 

The MDCC Radiologic Technology program is a program that meets the educational requirements for and associate of applied science degree as a Radiologic Technologist in the state of Mississippi and qualifies the graduates to take the certification examination of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). This program's curriculum meets the requirements necessary to obtain professional licensure to work in the State of Mississippi. 

Licensure and certification requirements are established by agencies that are independent of and not affiliated with Mississippi Delta community College. Radiologic Technologist licensure varies state by state, and state laws, regulations, and policies may change at any time. Mississippi Delta Community College does not guarantee nor can it confirm that programs that fulfill Mississippi licensure requirements will satisfy the criteria of professional licensure boards in other states or territories. Students planning to seek employment in another state or U.S. territory after completing the program should contact the appropriate licensing board for current requirements. Information regarding Radiologic Technologist licensure can be found on the following websites:

       Radiological Society of North America

       GetLicense

For additional information on licensure contact the program director.