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Radiography Program Clinical Information
Clinical Education
Before performing radiographic procedures on patients in the clinical setting, students develop and demonstrate required skills in the Radiography laboratory. Students practice positioning and imaging procedures using laboratory equipment and phantoms before applying these skills in the clinical environment.
Clinical education provides students with supervised, hands-on experience performing radiographic procedures and developing the competencies required for entry-level practice and ARRT certification eligibility.
Students complete clinical education throughout the Radiography Program and rotate through a variety of clinical settings in Decatur and Springfield. Clinical schedules vary by semester and may include multiple days per week.
Clinical Affiliates and Travel
The Richland Community College Radiography Program utilizes clinical affiliates in Decatur and Springfield, including Decatur Memorial Hospital, St. Mary’s Hospital, Springfield Memorial Hospital, Springfield Clinic, and other associated approved clinical locations.
Students are responsible for providing their own transportation to and from assigned clinical sites and for any costs associated with clinical travel.
Contact Our Team
Matthew Cardinal
Program Director/Assistant Professor, RadiographyHealth Professions Division
Richland Main Campus, S165
(217) 875-7200, Ext. 6759