Program Overview
The Radiography program is based on a minimum of two years of full-time study which combines classroom theory with clinical experiences. The program is designed to prepare a person to be a competent professional member of the health care team. This degree typically is not designed for transfer.
Program eligibility standards apply; consult a KCC advisor.
All courses must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Additional Program Information
Each student in this program must have a physical exam, criminal background check without any disqualifying convictions, a negative drug screen, and current CPR Certification from the American Heart Association (BLS for Healthcare Provider) or American Red Cross (Professional Rescuer: adult, child, and infant or AED).
Graduates are eligible to apply for admission to the certification exam administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and also to make application to the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)/Division of Nuclear Safety (DNS) for their Illinois state license.
The curriculum of record for students applying to, but not yet accepted into, competitive entry health careers programs will be the Associate in General Studies.
Program Eligibility
Program eligibility/application process - Consult this information for steps to apply and enroll in a health program, deadlines, eligibility worksheets, and essential physical capabilities and functions.
Program Requirements
Major Courses
General Education
These courses are required prior to or during the semester in which they appear in the course sequence: BIOL 2644 and BIOL 2654.
Total Credit Hours: 72
Required Course Sequence
Summer session
Fall semester
Spring semester
Interim and summer term
Fall semester
Spring semester
Program Cost
| Minimum credit hours required for completion: |
72 |
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| Tuition and fees - $147.00 per credit hour |
$147.00 |
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$10,584.00 |
| Course Fees: |
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BIOL 2644 |
Anatomy & Physiology I1 |
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25.00 |
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BIOL 2654 |
Anatomy & Physiology II |
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25.00 |
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ENGL 1613 |
English I |
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5.00 |
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XRAY 1014 |
Introduction to Radiography |
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40.00 |
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XRAY 1042 |
Radiographic Quality |
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105.00 |
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XRAY 1202 |
Clinical Procedures I |
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144.00 |
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XRAY 1222 |
Clinical Procedures II |
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144.00 |
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XRAY 1316 |
Clinical I |
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168.00 |
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XRAY 1326 |
Clinical II |
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168.00 |
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XRAY 1333 |
Clinical III |
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60.00 |
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XRAY 1346 |
Clinical IV |
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60.00 |
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XRAY 1356 |
Clinical V |
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60.00 |
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XRAY 2103 |
Advanced Radiographic Technology I |
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105.00 |
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XRAY 2125 |
Advanced Radiographic Technology II |
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146.00 |
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XRAY 2222 |
Clinical Procedures III |
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242.00 |
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1,502.00 |
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1,502.00 |
| Books: |
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BIOL 2644 |
Anatomy & Physiology I |
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467.85 |
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ENGL 1613 |
English I |
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81.35 |
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PSYC 1813 |
Introduction to Psychology |
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211.80 |
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SPCH 1553
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Introductory Speech |
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162.60 |
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XRAY 1014 |
Introduction to Radiography |
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396.85 |
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XRAY 1033 |
Radiologic Anatomy & Positioning I |
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503.90 |
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XRAY 1053 |
Radiologic Anatomy & Positioning II |
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105.55 |
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XRAY 1042 |
Radiographic Quality |
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85.30 |
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XRAY 1202 |
Clinical Procedures I |
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143.95 |
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XRAY 2103 |
Advanced Radiographic Technology I |
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76.75 |
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XRAY 2125 |
Advanced Radiologic Technology II |
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77.80 |
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XRAY 2222 |
Clinical Procedures III |
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100.20 |
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XRAY 2312 |
Survey of Radiographic Pathology |
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115.20 |
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2,529.10 |
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2,529.10 |
| Uniform* |
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Unisex top * |
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27.95 |
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Unisex pants * |
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16.95 |
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Lab coat (unisex)* |
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28.95 |
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Shoes |
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26.00 |
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Clinical Badge (1st free, Replacement - $5) |
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0.00 |
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99.85 |
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99.85 |
Additional Program Costs
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A2 Entrance Exam Fee (per attempt) |
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37.00 |
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CPR Certification |
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53.00 |
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Background Check and Drug Screening |
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68.00 |
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Physical Examination/Tests/Etc. |
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385.00 |
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543.00 |
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543.00 |
| Additional End-of-Program Costs |
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American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Application |
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200.00 |
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Illinois Emergency Management Agency – Division of Nuclear Safety Application |
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120.00 |
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Radiography Pin |
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20.00 |
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340.00 |
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340.00 |
| TOTAL |
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$15,597.95 |
1 The same textbook is used for both BIOL 2644 (Anatomy & Physiology I) and BIOL 2654 (Anatomy & Physiology II).
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| All prices are subject to change. Please visit Hammes Bookstore for the most up-to-date textbook prices. |
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