Student Learning Outcomes

• Identify healthcare professions and settings involved in patient care and describe their roles and interrelationships.
• Explain professional responsibilities, career opportunities, credentialing, and the benefits of continuing education in radiologic technology practice.
• Discuss quality management, quality assurance, and accreditation processes in healthcare and radiology departments.
• Describe radiation safety principles for patients and personnel, including ALARA, shielding, personnel monitoring, and appropriate exposure factors.
• Explain legal, regulatory, and ethical concepts in radiologic practice, including torts, informed consent, patients’ rights, and professional standards.
• The student will differentiate various healthcare environments.