Radiography Student Handbook

Radiography Program Student Handbook: 2026 - 2027

 

Welcome to the Arkansas State University Radiography Program. It is our sincere hope that you will find our

program a rewarding and challenging part of your life. As part of a healthcare team, we are working towards

one goal – to provide the best possible care to the patients who we are privileged to serve.

We hope that this handbook will acquaint you with the Radiography Program and provide an understanding of

our policies. This handbook should help you realize what is expected of you as a student in a healthcare

profession. It is the responsibility of the student to read the entire handbook.

Students enrolled in the Radiography Program are responsible for observing all policies and procedures stated

in this handbook, in addition to any rules and regulations which are contained in the A-State Undergraduate

Bulletin. Failure to read this handbook does not excuse students from the requirements and regulations

contained herein.

Students are expected to adhere to the highest standards of professional ethics during all classroom, clinical, or

school related activities. Any infraction of professional ethics will result in disciplinary action according to the

Student Handbook and university policy. It is the student’s responsibility to know the appropriate policies and

procedures for the classroom, assigned clinical settings, and other school related activities.

Radiation Sciences (MIRS) Faculty

Cheryl DuBose, Ed.D. RT(R)(MR)(CT)(QM)(ARRT), MRSO, FASRT

Professor/Department Chair; Radiography Program Director

Office: CNHP 405A; Phone: (870) 972-2772; Email: cdubose@astate.edu

Tyler Hester, MSRS, RT(R)(MR)(ARRT), MRSO

Instructor, Radiography & MRI Clinical Coordinator

Office: CNHP 418; Phone: (870) 972-2555; Email: thester@astate.edu

Isabelle O. Boyd, BS, RDMS, RVT, RT(R)(ARRT)

Instructor, Diagnostic Medical Sonography Clinical Coordinator

Office: CNHP 420; Phone: (870) 972-2952; Email: ihaun@astate.edu 

Mary Grace Caubble, MSRS, RT(R)(M)(BS)(ARRT)

Instructor, Mammography/Breast Sonography Program Coordinator

Office: CNHP 404; Phone: (870) 972-3309; Email: mcaubble@astate.edu 

Jessica Cooper, Ed.D., RT(R)(VI)(ARRT)

Assistant Professor/Special Programs Coordinator

Office: CNHP 406; Phone: (870) 972-2747; Email: jmcooper@astate.edu 

Jody Nutt, MS, RT(R)(T)(ARRT)

Associate Professor/Radiation Therapy Clinical Coordinator

Office: CNHP 413; Phone: (870) 972-3485; Email: jnutt@astate.edu 

Tracy White, MS, RT(R)(T)(ARRT)

Associate Professor/Radiation Therapy Program Director

Office: CNHP 417; Phone: (870) 972-2976; Email: twhite@astate.edu 

Amber Wooten, MSHS, RT(R)(ARRT), RDMS, RVT

Associate Professor/Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Director

Office: CNHP 408; Phone: (870) 972-2914; Email: awooten@astate.edu 

Kendall Youngman, MSRS, RT(R)(CT)(MR)(ARRT)

Associata Professor/MRI Program Director/CT Program Coordinator

Office: CNHP 416; Phone: (870) 972-3329; Email: kyoungman@astate.edu 

 

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Mission, Philosophy, and Goals

University Mission

Arkansas State University educates leaders, enhances intellectual growth, and enriches lives.

College of Nursing and Health Professions Mission

The mission of the College of Nursing and Health Professions is to provide quality education to students,

graduates and health care providers in a variety of health disciplines. To fulfill this mission, we foster

collaboration with our larger community in education, research and service. Recognizing its unique position in

the lower Mississippi Delta region, the College provides educational programs that are designed to promote

lifelong learning based on the expressed needs of its varied constituencies. The College assesses the attainment

of this mission in terms of the contributions its graduates make to health and health care in the Delta region and

beyond. Approved 2000-2001; revised 2019.

MIRS Mission

The mission of Medical Imaging & Radiation Sciences is to provide comprehensive, multi-skilled education preparing students for entry-level practice into the medical imaging and radiation therapyprofessions. This mission is accomplished through collaborative education, research, and service efforts withthe health care community.

Radiography Program Mission

The radiography program at Arkansas State University exists to produce competent entry-level radiologic technologists for the practice of radiologic technology.

Program Philosophy

The philosophy of the Radiography Program is based on the concept that a curriculum in higher education should include coursework that will help students acquire knowledge, skills and attitudes that will contribute to an understanding of self and world, promote effectiveness in meeting civic, occupational, and personal challenges, enhance appreciation of the range and depth of human knowledge and experience, and encourage the desire and ability to continue learning. Within the boundaries of these precepts, the Radiography Program at Arkansas State University offers professional career preparation in the area of diagnostic radiography.

Program Goals

The goals of the program include personal as well as professional development. The curriculum is designed to develop excellence in all aspects of radiography and to promote an awareness of the patient and his/her unique needs.

Goals/Learning Objectives

Students will be clinically competent

● Students will provide appropriate patient care

● Students will practice proper radiation safety

● Students will produce quality radiographs

Students will demonstrate acceptable problem-solving skills

● Students will adapt to varying clinical experiences and equipment

● Students will critique images and recommend corrective action for sub-optimal radiographs

Students will demonstrate communication skills

● Students will demonstrate written communication skills

● Students will demonstrate oral communication skills

Students will model professionalism

● Students will demonstrate professional work ethic

● Students will summarize the value of life-long learning

Code of Ethics

Ethical professional conduct is expected of every individual certified and registered by the American Registry

of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). As a guide, the ARRT have issued a Code of Ethics for their registrants.

By following the principles embodied in this code, Registered Technologists (R.T) will protect the integrity of

the profession and enhance the delivery of patient care.

Adherence to the Code of Ethics is only one component of each radiologic technologist’s obligation to advance

the values and standards of their profession. Technologists also should take advantage of activities that provide

opportunities for personal growth while enhancing their competence as caregivers. These activities may include

participating in research projects, volunteering in the community, sharing knowledge with colleagues through

professional meetings and conferences, serving as an advocate for the profession on legislative issues, high

standards of ethics and pursuing professional development opportunities. Radiologic technologists will

demonstrate their commitment to quality patient care.

Code of Ethics:

● The Registered Technologist acts in a professional manner, responds to patient needs, and supports

colleagues and associates in providing quality patient care.

● The Registered Technologist acts to advance the principal objective of the profession to provide services

to humanity with full respect for the dignity of humankind.

● The Registered Technologist delivers patient care and service unrestricted by the concerns of personal

attributes or the nature of the disease or illness, and without discrimination on the basis of race, color,

creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status,

disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, age, or any other legally protected basis.

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● The Registered Technologist practices technology founded upon theoretical knowledge and concepts,

uses equipment and accessories consistent with the purposes for which they were designed, and employs

procedures and techniques appropriately.

● The Registered Technologist assesses situations; exercises care, discretion, and judgment; assumes

responsibility for professional decisions; and acts in the best interest of the patient.

● The Registered Technologist acts as an agent through observation and communication to obtain

pertinent information for the physician to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of the patient and recognizes

that interpretation and diagnosis are outside the scope of practice for the profession.

● The Registered Technologist uses equipment and accessories, employs techniques and procedures,

performs services in accordance with an accepted standard of practice, and demonstrates expertise in

minimizing radiation exposure to the patient, self, and other members of the healthcare team.

● The Registered Technologist practices ethical conduct appropriate to the profession and protects the

patient’s right to quality radiologic technology care.

● The Registered Technologist respects confidences entrusted in the course of professional practice,

respects the patient’s right to privacy, and reveals confidential information only as required by law or to

protect the welfare of the individual or the community.

● The Registered Technologist continually strives to improve knowledge and skills by participating in

continuing education and professional activities, sharing knowledge with colleagues, and investigating

new aspects of professional practice.

● The Registered Technologist refrains from the use of illegal drugs and/or any legally controlled

substances which result in impairment of professional judgment and/or ability to practice radiologic

technology with reasonable skill and safety to patients.

Source: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, www.arrt.org

Accreditation

Accreditation is a process of voluntary, external peer review in which a non-governmental agency grants public

recognition to an institution or specialized program of study that meets certain established qualifications and

educational standards, as determined through initial and subsequent periodic evaluations. The goals of the

accreditation process are to protect the student and the public, identify outcomes by which a program

establishes and evaluates its assessment policies and procedures, stimulate programmatic self-improvement, and

provide protective measures for federal funding or financial aid.

Accreditation is assurance of acceptable educational quality since accredited programs are required to meet

national standards established by radiologic technology professionals and communities of interest.

The A-State Radiography program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic

Technology (JRCERT).

20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850

Chicago, IL 60606-3182

(312) 704-5300

Email: mail@jrcert.org

URL: http://www.jrcert.org

There are established standards a program must be in compliance with to achieve accreditation The Standards

for an Accredited Educational Program in Radiologic Sciences (JRCERT, 2021) are as follows:

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● Standard One – Accountability, Fair Practices, and Public Information: The sponsoring institution

and program promote accountability and fair practices in relation to students, faculty, and the public.

Policies and procedures of the sponsoring institution and program must support the rights of students

and faculty, be well-defined, written, and readily available.

● Standard Two – Institutional Commitment and Resources: The sponsoring institution demonstrates

a sound financial commitment to the program by ensuring sufficient academic, fiscal, personnel, and

physical resources to achieve the program’s mission.

● Standard Three - Faculty and Staff: The sponsoring institution provides the program adequate and

qualified faculty that enable the program to meet its mission and promote student learning.

● Standard Four – Curriculum and Academic Practices: The program’s curriculum and academic

practices prepare students for professional practice.

● Standard Five – Health and Safety: The sponsoring institution and program have policies and

procedures that promote the health, safety, and optimal use of radiation for students, patients, and the

public.

● Standard Six – Programmatic Effectiveness and Assessment: Using Data for Sustained

Improvement: The extent of a program’s effectiveness is linked to the ability to meet its mission, goals,

and student learning outcomes. A systematic, ongoing assessment process provides credible evidence

that enables analysis and critical discussions to foster ongoing program improvement.

Compliance with JRCERT Standards Policy

The Radiography program strives at all times to maintain compliance with the JRCERT Standards for an

Accredited Educational Program in Radiologic Sciences, effective January 2021. If an individual believes, at

any time, the program is not in compliance with any standard, a complaint can be brought to the program’s

attention. If the matter is not resolved, the complaint may be forwarded to the JRCERT at mail@jrcert.org.