# AAS Limited Medical Imaging and Safety Contact Information Academic Advisor: Rachael Post | rpost@astate.edu | 870-972-3587 Program Coordinator: Jessica Cooper | jmcooper@astate.edu | 870-972-2747 Limited radiographers require education in patient care, radiation safety, anatomy, radiography positioning, and image acquisition. These individuals are limited by state regulations on the procedures they can perform. In Arkansas, limited radiographers can not perform hip, pelvis, abdomen, ribs, sternum, fluoroscopy or contrast procedures. A-State's LMIS program prepares students for the ARRT Limited Scope of Practice in Radiography certification exam. Imaging Assistants in MRI are educated in patient care, MRI safety, and MRI positioning. A-State's LMIS program prepares students for the ARRT Imaging Assistant in MRI certification exam. # 4-Semester Degree Plan ### Year 1 #### Fall (15 hours) - ENGL 10103 Composition I - MATH 11003 College Algebra - BIOL 24003 Human Anatomy and Physiology I - BIOL 24001 Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab - US History/Government - RADG 11002 Making Connections #### Spring (15 hours) - CPSI 10003 Introduction to Computers - ENGL 10203 Composition II - PSYC 11003 Introduction to Psychology - HPMT 22003 Medical Terminology - MLSC 11532/11541 Principles of CLS + Lab ### Year 2 #### Fall (15 hours) - RADG 10001 Introduction to Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences - RADG 33103 Introduction to Radiography - RADG 33102 Radiation Physics and Imaging - RSLT 22103/22001 LXMO Procedures + Lab - RSMR 44703 MRI Safety and Instrumentation - RISP 33142 -OR- 33152 Advanced Imaging and Therapy I -OR- II #### Spring (16 hours) - RSLT 22043/22041 LXMO Procedures II + Lab - RSLT 22003 Imaging Equipment and Exposures - RADG 33232 Radiography Clinic I - RADG 44132 Radiobiology - RSMR 44743 MRI Safety and Instrumentation II - RISP 33102 -OR- 44802 Legal and Regulatory -OR- Psychosocial Students requiring developmental course work based on low entrance exam scores (ACT, SAT, ASSET, COMPASS) may not be able to complete this program of study in four (4) semesters. Developmental courses do not count toward total degree hours. **Students having completed college level courses prior to enrollment will be assisted by their advisor in making appropriate substitutions. In most cases, general education courses may be interchanged between semesters.** Mandatory state and institutional assessment exams will be required during your degree program. ***Failure to participate in required assessments may delay graduation.*** # Application - Due May 31st at 5:00pm CST ## **Arkansas State University** ## **College of Nursing and Health Professions** ### *Limited Medical Imaging and Safety Program* ### ### Application for Admission Thank you for your interest in A-State’s Limited Medical Imaging and Safety (LMIS) program. Please be sure that you have completed every step below, and that you have enclosed all documents before submitting your application. Students applying to the LMIS program must also apply for admission to Arkansas State University. Contact the office of admissions and records, P. O. Box 1630, State University (Jonesboro), AR 72467 or by phone (870) 972-3024. All applicants must be 18 years of age or older. *Please note: You may only apply to the program a total of 2 times*. 1. Apply for Admission to Arkansas State University (Jonesboro Campus) 2. Print or request transcripts from each institution attended since high school. You must include transcripts from all colleges, universities, schools, or other institutions attended including A-State Jonesboro and other A-State campuses. Do not send transcripts separately to the department. Unofficial transcripts are accepted. 3. Complete & sign the application. 4. Submit as one PDF document: application, transcripts, statement of purpose, & proficiency scores (if applicable). ##### **DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS:** Application is for admission to the professional program beginning in the Fall semester. Application material must be sent electronically to . **NO** Paper applications will be accepted. Applications are reviewed after the application deadline. After applications are received, top applicants are determined by GPA, shadowing experience, and statement of purpose. Candidates with the highest-ranking total scores will be invited to join the program. Maximum class size is 20 students. Applications must include a statement of purpose. This is a 1-page essay introducing yourself, interests, and motivations for pursuing this degree. Summarize previous degrees, work, and volunteer experience. List the facility/facilities you shadowed and describe your shadowing experience and future career goals. This should be written without the use of artificial intelligence (AI). Statements written with AI will not be scored and applications will be discarded. ***Students accepted into the LMIS program will be expected to travel to assigned clinical affiliates and will be*** ***responsible for transportation and all expenses related to travel.*** Name: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ Last First Middle A-State ID #: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ Phone Number: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ Email Address (A-State email only): \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_@smail.astate.edu Address: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ Street City State Zip *If your name, address or phone number changes during your enrollment, please notify the Department of Medical Imaging* *& Radiologic Sciences at (870) 972-3073 of these changes.* Were you born in a foreign country? \[Yes\] or \[No\] If “Yes,” what country? \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ Foreign born applicants MUST submit test scores of English proficiency with the application. For applicants who are proficient in the Spanish language: Actualmente en la región que sirve ASU, se necesitan profesionales de la salud que hablen español. Por favor, indique aquí si usted tiene esta habilidad. Se da crédito adicional a los candidatos que puedan demostrar esta competencia **APPLICATION PACKET** Only complete packets submitted in a single PDF document will be accepted. Please submit application packet ELECTRONICALLY by using the directions below: Once you have completed your application, scan your application packet and save it as one PDF document as (YOUR LAST NAME\_CURRENT YEAR.pdf) e.g. Smith\_2026.pdf. (ALL forms must be in one PDF document) Applications will only be accepted if they are complete and submitted electronically in a single .pdf format to jmcooper@astate.edu by 5:00 p.m. May 31 st. The e-mail subject line should read "LMIS application (YOUR LAST NAME\_CURRENT YEAR)" e.g. LMIS application Smith\_2026. Incomplete applications will NOT be reviewed or accepted. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure all requirements are met and attached. NO Paper applications will be accepted. Application packets must consist of 1 PDF document containing: - Signed and dated application form - College/university transcripts of all college credit - Statement of Purpose - English and/or Spanish proficiency if applicable I hereby affirm that all information supplied on this application is complete and accurate. It is my understanding that I will not be considered for admission to this program unless I have submitted all requirements specified above by the deadline. \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ Date Signature # Program Information #### **Pre-requisite Courses:** **ENGL 10103** Composition I **ENGL 10203** Composition II **MATH 11003** College Algebra **BIOL 24003/24001** Human Anatomy and Physiology I + Lab **PSYC 11003** Introduction to Psychology **HPMT 22003** Medical Terminology **MLSC 11532/11541** Principles of CLS and Lab *OR* **RADG 33102** Radiation Physics and Imaging #### **Preferred Courses prior to application\*:** History or US Government General Education **CPSI 10003** Introduction to Computers **RADG 11002** Making Connections (waived for transfer students) *\*These courses are not required for acceptance into the program; however, students may experience a delayed graduation date if these courses are not completed prior to the LMIS program.* #### **How to Apply:** - Applicants must be 18 years or older to apply. - Applicants must be admitted to A-State Jonesboro and use their student ID and student e-mail on the application. - Applicants must provide all transcripts with the LMIS application. - Applicants must have a minimum 2.75 cumulative GPA. - Applicants must shadow a minimum of 4 hours (total) in x-ray and MRI within 6-months of applying. (Students must print and take the shadowing form attached to the application to the healthcare facility they shadow. The form must be signed by 2 technologists and e-mailed to jmcooper@astate.edu prior to the application deadline.) - Applicants must personally write a 1-page statement of purpose (AI-generated SOPs will be discarded and not considered for acceptance). - Applicants are encouraged to submit a resume with work and volunteer experience. **Applications will be accepted from May 1st to May 31st at 5:00pm each year.** #### **How to Shadow:** Students applying to the LMIS program must shadow x-ray and MRI for a minimum of 4 hours total. Shadowing may be done at any healthcare facility. For students wishing to shadow at a Jonesboro hospital, please see the information below for NEA Baptist. - NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital - Visit: [https://cfcd.baptistonline.org/job-shadowing-opportunities/](https://cfcd.baptistonline.org/job-shadowing-opportunities/) - Contact information: Taylor Meador () or Vikki Braun () | phone number: 870-936-0274 # Shadowing Form ### **ARKANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY** **COLLEGE OF NURSING AND HEALTH PROFESSIONS** #### ***Limited Medical Imaging and Safety Program*** \*\*Technologists: Please e-mail form to jmcooper@astate.edu You may take a picture or scan this form to e-mail to Jessica Cooper, Special Programs Coordinator. Thank you for supporting A-State Radiology programs and students. **Radiology Shadowing Form** - Student Name: - A-State Student ID Number: - Facility Name: - Shadowing Date: Student shadowed X-Ray for \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ hours. Tech shadowed: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ Student shadowed MRI for \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ hours. Tech shadowed: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ - Staff Signature/Position: - Date: - Email Address: - Phone Number: - Additional Comments (student engagement, professionalism, punctuality, etc.):