Radiography

This program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). JRCERT is located at 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850; Chicago, Illinois 60606-3182. To contact JRCERT please call 312.704.5300 or email mail@jcert.org.

The CCBC Radiography program’s current award is eight years. General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter can be found on the JRCERT website.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Community College of Baltimore County’s Radiography Program is to prepare qualified students to become proficient diagnostic medical radiographers and integral members of the healthcare team. By offering a thoughtfully designed curriculum that leverages CCBC’s resources and clinical sites, we provide students with a robust education grounded in liberal arts and sciences. Our program aligns with the college's broader mission by cultivating healthcare professionals who will stay in the area as productive citizens, actively enhance public health and commit to lifelong learning. 

Goals

• Students will be clinically competent
• Students will use critical thinking skills
• Students will communicate effectively
• Students will evaluate the need for professionalism
• The program will constantly measure its effectiveness in graduating entry level technologists

Learning Outcomes

• Students will demonstrate positioning skills
• Students will select appropriate technical factors
• Students will demonstrate knowledge of and practice radiation safety
• Students will manipulate technical factors for non-routine examinations (i.e.: portables/ or/trauma/ pediatrics)
• Students will evaluate images
• Students will demonstrate effective written communication skills
• Students will use effective oral communication skills
• Students will demonstrate professional behavior
• Students will understand professional ethics
• Competent students will complete the program
• Graduates will pass the ARRT Registry certification on the 1st attempt
• Students will score at or above the national average on the ARRT Radiography Exam
• Employers will be satisfied with educational preparedness of graduates
• Students will express satisfaction with the radiography program, with answers of Good or better
• Of those seeking employment, graduates will obtain employment

CCBC Radiography students show success in several key areas. Take a look at exam pass rates, job placement rates and program completion rates from 2020-2024.

• View program effectiveness data report

CCBC Radiography is the only program in the Baltimore area that culminates in an associate degree! Learn more about the licensure requirements and future professional development opportunities. 

Licensure and Certification

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification: Graduates are eligible to take the nationwide ARRT certification exam in radiography, a highly respected credential that demonstrates professional competence and is often required for employment.
• State Licensure: The program also equips students to meet Maryland's licensure requirements (or those of other states, depending on where they wish to work).

Professional development

Want to level up? CCBC offers additional certifications in CT and MRI, along with specialized training in mammography. This can open doors to higher earning potential and expanded career opportunities!

• CT, MRI and Mammography

Need more information on the Radiography program? Take a look at our frequently asked questions: 

• Frequently asked questions