The Bergen Community College Radiography Program cultivates graduates who possess knowledge, clinical competence, ethics, and meet the needs of a diverse community. The program uses engagement and collaboration to help instruct radiography principles that are integral to health care.
The radiography program is a 24-month course of study that is designed to prepare the graduate for employment in the medical imaging profession. Radiographers use radiation to create radiographs of the human body for the medical doctor to diagnose disease. A study of anatomy, patient care, imaging equipment, technique, and radiation biology are integrated into each course. Students learn principles related to medical imaging and apply these to practice in clinical. The program has three components- classroom, laboratory, and off site clinical education. Students spend approximately 1700 hours in clinical practice. Upon completion of the program students are eligible to apply for certification examination with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and apply for state licensure (if a license is required for that particular state).
The radiography program at Bergen Community College is accredited with the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology and the New Jersey Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners. This ensures that our graduates will be eligible for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification examination in Radiography.
It is noted that the program has disclosed its accreditation status on the program website. However, in compliance with the requirements of the United States Department of Education, program publications must state that the program is accredited by the following and provide all contact information:
The Radiography program is accredited by the:
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
312-704-5300
Email: mail@jrcert.org
The program’s current award is Probation. General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter can be found on https://www.jrcert.org/ programs/bergen-community- college-2/
The Health Professions Associate of Applied Science degree (A.A.S.) in radiography is designed to provide students with the coursework and training needed to enter into the field as a certified radiographer. The curriculum provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to pursue a pathway to careers in radiology. Once students complete the program, they are prepared to take the radiographer licensure exam. Once students pass the licensure exam and requirements, they become a certified radiographer. Students are strongly encouraged to consult with Bergen Community College faculty and Career Services as they begin to explore career options.
Students pursuing the Associate of Applied Science degree (A.A.S.) in radiography may consider transfer opportunities into other allied health and science majors. Students are encouraged to work closely with Bergen Community College faculty and Advising Transfer Services. Students planning to transfer to a four-year institution in NJ can explore the “Transfer Programs” feature on NJ Transfer https://njtransfer.org.