Applicants to the School of Radiologic Technology must meet the following eligibility requirements prior to the first day of school:

Scholastic Requirements

In order to be considered for entry into the program, the applicant must meet the following requirements:

1. Minimum of 18 credit hours of 100 or high level courses completed from a post-secondary
regionally accredited institution.

2. Minimum of “C” (2.0 on a 4.0 scale) for each course.

3. The following courses are required:

a. Mathematics/logical reasoning – minimum 3 credit hours

• Algebra

b. Communication – minimum 3 credit hours

• English Composition, or
• Fundamentals of Public Speaking, or
• Interpersonal Communication

c. Natural Sciences – minimum 6 credit hours

• Human Anatomy & Physiology, and
• Chemistry,* or
• Physics*

d. Health Sciences – minimum 3 credit hours

• Medical Terminology
* Two semesters of high school Chemistry or Physics with a “C” or better will be recognized as an acceptable equivalent.

4. Minimum of 3 credit hours of any of the following courses:

a. Information Systems

• Any 100 level computer course

b. Social/Behavioral Sciences

• Introduction to General Psychology, or
• Principles of Sociology

5. All of the above requirements must be completed by June 1 of the year of enrollment.
 

Application Requirements

1. Applicant will be 18 years of age by July 1st.

2. Must send all grade transcripts (high school, college, technical/vocational) and the completed application to the School of Radiologic Technology by February 15th.

3. Also include the following:

• Resumé.
• Cover letter stating your reasons for choosing Radiologic Technology as a career.
• $30.00 non-refundable application fee. Checks should be made out to Hancock Regional Hospital.

4. Applicants meeting the prerequisites will be contacted to make an appointment for an observational experience at one of the clinical education sites. Dress professionally. At this meeting, the applicant will:

• Read the Technical Performance Standards describing the physical and mental capabilities required while performing the duties of a Radiologic Technologist.
• Read the policy section of the Handbook for Student Radiographers.
• Sign the Statement of Patient Confidentiality.
• Observe the operations of a radiology department and the role of the radiologic technologist.

5. Any and all criminal arrests and convictions must be reported, including pleas of guilt or nolo contendre. This may delay the application process. Failure to disclose related information will void the application, and if accepted, the student will be dismissed from the school.

6. The school does not accept transfer, advanced placement, or part-time students.
 

The Advisory Board of the School of Radiologic Technology makes the final selection of students. Student selection is based on the following criteria; scholastics, written and oral communication, maturity, personality, professional demeanor, and desire. Student selection will not be discriminatory with respect to race, color, creed, sex, age, disability, or national origin. Because the employees, volunteers, and taxpayers of the respective counties support our hospitals, additional consideration will be given to an applicant from these areas when all things are equal.

All material in this brochure is subject to change at the discretion of the program administration. For further information, please call the school office (317) 468-4468, or e-mail vsutton@hancockregional.org.

Click here to download the Application Form (PDF)

Student Selection Procedure

Step #1; Observation: Once the Program Director has confirmed that you meet, or will meet the prerequisites before the first day of school, you will be contacted to make an appointment to observe the program at one of the clinical education sites. Appointments are made between August 15th and February 15th. You may expect this meeting to last 3 to 4 hours. Dress professionally. You will tour the radiology department and observe exam procedures and have the opportunity to talk to some of the students and technologists. You will also read the policy section of the Handbook for Student Radiographers, the Technical Performance Standards, and the Statement of Patient Confidentiality. These are forms you must sign indicating your understanding of what the school expects of its students professionally, academically, mentally, and physically. Observation times fill up quickly. Therefore, you are encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible.

Step #2; HOBET Test: All applicants meeting the admission requirements and submitting their application on or before the February 15th deadline will be invited to take the Health Occupations Basic Entrance Test (HOBET). This test will be administered approximately 2 weeks after the application deadline. The HOBET is an indicator of the academic skills necessary to be successful in an allied health school. The test is scored off-site and returned to the school within 7 to 10 working days. Everyone taking the test will be notified of the results. Those applicants who have a composite score of 64 or better will be invited to proceed to the interviews. A study guide is available at www.eriworld.com. A practice test is available at http://www.testpreview.com/hobet_practice.htm.

Steps #3 & 4; Interviews: The first interview will be with the Program Director, Clinical Instructors and a student representative. A group of applicants will be chosen to proceed to an interview with the Advisory Board, who will then select the class. The interviews will evaluate areas such as scholastics, written and oral communication, maturity, personality, professional demeanor and desire. All applicants will be notified of the Advisory Board's decision for enrollment on or before April 1st. The number of applicants chosen for enrollment will not exceed 15. All those not selected will become alternates and will be ranked 1st, 2nd, 3rd, etc. In the event an accepted student declines to attend, the position will be offered to the 1st alternate and so on.

Enrollment Information

TUITION: $3,500.00 per year. First year's tuition is due May 31st and must be paid in full. After May 31st the student will not be considered enrolled if tuition is not received. A 50% refund of the first year tuition is granted if the student withdraws before the first day of school.

HOURS: Assignments will not exceed 40 hours per week. Assignments are Monday through Friday.

APPLICATION FEE: $30.00 must be submitted with application for admission.

STUDENT ACTIVITIES FEE: A one-time payment of $200.00 to cover seminar and field trip expenses, etc.

PHYSICALS: Completed physical and immunization forms must be submitted to the Occupational Health Services Department of Hancock Regional Hospital by June 30th.

TEXTBOOKS: Books will be purchased by the student. They will be ordered by the school through Rittenhouse Book Distributors, Inc. and will be delivered to your home. Cost is approximately $700 - $750 for the 2 years. Payment is to Rittenhouse.

DRESS CODE: Students are required to follow the dress code of the school. The cost will vary with individual taste and will be purchased by the student.

HOUSING: None is provided. Housing is the sole responsibility of the student.

CLINICAL EDUCATION SITES: The student's placement for clinical education is at the discretion of the program officials.

SALARIES: Entry level salaries in Indiana range from $35,000.00 to $40,000.00. Students do not earn a wage while attending school.

OTHER:

• Standards for an Accredited Educational Program in Radiologic Sciences and the Student Handbook of Policies and Procedures will be distributed upon acceptance into the program.

• Meals are provided at employee discounts.

• Parking is free of charge.

• 5 days of vacation per year are granted.

• Assigned hours are 37.5 per week.

• Didactic classes are held at Hancock Regional Hospital one day per week.

• Student records are locked in the Program Director's/Clinical Instructor’s office and are available upon request with regard to privacy.

• A $500.00 one-time scholarship is available to Madison County residents.

• A $500.00 one-time scholarship is available to Hancock County residents.

• Venipuncture/Phlebotomy and EKG training are included in the school curriculum.

• The maximum number of students accepted is 15.

MEMBERS OF THE FACULTY AND ADVISORY BOARD

Vaughn Sutton, B.S.,R.T.(R), Program Director
Misty Vaughn, R.T.(R)(M), Clinical Instructor - Henry County Hospital
Lani Gettys, R.T.(R), Clinical Instructor – Riverview Hospital
Nicole Roland, R.T.(R), Clinical Instructor – HRH
Cheryl Riggs, RPA/RA, R.T.(R)(M)(CT) Clinical Instructor, Rush Memorial Hospital
Lisa Wood, R.T.(R)(MR)(CT)(QM), DIS Team Leader - HRH
Kelly Wells, R.T.(R)(M), RDMS Director, Imaging Services – Riverview Hospital
Terry Aker, R.T.(R), Imaging Director – Rush Memorial Hospital
Gary Clarkson, R.T.(R), Director of Imaging - Henry County Hospital
MaryLynn Wolfe, M.D., Radiologist - HRH
Bobbi Dunne, RN, MSN, Vice President, Ambulatory and Ancillary Services - HRH
David Holmes, Vice President, Support Services
HRH Student Representative - Named on a rotational basis
Kathy Dowling, Guidance Counselor, Greenfield Central High School