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LOS ANGELES CITY COLLEGE 80TH ANNIVERSARY CATALOG 2008-2009 PSYCHOLOGY 81 Field Work I 3 UNITS – (RPT 1) (CSU) Co-requisite: Psychology 1 or Psychology 43. Lecture 1 hour. Field Work 5 hours per week. This course is designed to orient the student to the field of Human Services. The primary emphasis is on observations of the application of interpersonal relationship skills in community settings. This class is intended for students new to Human Services fieldwork. Basic counseling and communication skills will be taught. PSYCHOLOGY 82 Field Work II 3 UNITS - (CSU) Prerequisite: Psychology 81 with a satisfactory grade or equivalent. Lecture 1 hour. Field Work 5 hours per week. This is a continuation of Field Work I in which there will be more student participation, under supervision, at various facilities in the community that offer Human Services. PSYCHOLOGY 83 Field Work III 3 UNITS - (CSU) Prerequisite: Psychology 82 with a satisfactory grade or equivalent. Lecture 1 hour. Field Work 5 hours per week. This course is an advanced course in Field Work which is designed to give the student more specialized participation in Human Services. This class is intended for the advanced student of the generalist option of Human Services. PSYCHOLOGY 84 Fieldwork I – Drug/Alcohol 3 UNITS Co-requisite: Psychology 1 and Psychology 43. This course is designed to orient the student to the field of Human Services, Drug/Alcohol Studies. The primary emphasis is on the observations of the application of interpersonal relationship skills in drug/alcohol treatment and community settings. This class is intended for students new to Human Services field work. Basic counseling and communication skills will be taught. PSYCHOLOGY 85 Field Work II: Drug/Alcohol 3 UNITS - (CSU) Prerequisite: Psychology 84 with a satisfactory grade or equivalent. Lecture 1 hour. Field Work 6 hours per week. This class is designed to orient the student to the field of Human Services, Drug/Alcohol Studies. The primary emphasis is on the observations of the application of interpersonal relationship skills in drug/alcohol treatment and community settings. This class is intended for students new to Human Services field work. Basic counseling and communication skills will be taught. PSYCHOLOGY 86 Field Work III: Drug/Alcohol 3 UNITS - (CSU) Prerequisite: Psychology 85 with a satisfactory grade or equivalent. Lecture 1 hour. Field Work 6 hours per week. This course is designed to orient the student to the field of Human Services, Drug/Alcohol Studies. The primary emphasis is on the observations of the application of interpersonal relationship skills in drug/alcohol treatment and community settings. This class is intended for students new to Human Services field work. Basic counseling and communication skills will be taught. PSYCHOLOGY 185 Directed Study — 1 UNIT (CSU) PSYCHOLOGY 285 Directed Study — 2 UNITS (CSU) - 180 - PSYCHOLOGY 385 Directed Study — 3 UNITS (CSU) Prerequisite: Psychology 1 with a satisfactory grade plus one additional course in Psychology and signature of instructor. Conference 1 hour per unit. Allows students to pursue Directed Study on a contract basis under the direction of a supervising instructor. Refer to the "Directed Study" section of this catalog for additional information. Credit Limit: A maximum of 3 units in Directed Study may be taken for credit. RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY Chair: Ed Vasquez (323) 953-4000 ext. 2942 • RT www.lacitycollege.edu/academic/departments/radtech/ index.html PROGRAMS OFFERED Associate of Science: Radiological Technology DEGREE PROGRAM RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY Associate of Science Degree Career Program Radiologic Technology is a health care profession whose practitioners work in hospitals, clinics, free standing imaging centers, and private offices. The Radiologic Technologist (Radiographer) is a member of the health care team who works directly with the patient and the physician performing a wide variety of diagnostic x ray procedures. The Radiographer must be proficient in the knowledge of radiographic exposure, anatomy, patient positioning, the operation of specialized equipment, and in the care and management of the patient. The rapid expansion of medical diagnostic imaging has greatly increased the diversity and utility of medical diagnosis. A career in Radiologic Technology offers vast opportunities for advancement. The Radiologic Technology curriculum is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) and the State of California, Department of Health Services. The clinical educational centers are accredited by the Joint Commission for the Accreditation of Health Care Organizations (JCAHO). Los Angeles City College is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Students who complete the curriculum, including the clinical education requirements, will be eligible to take the certification examinations prepared by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and the State of California, Department of Health Services, Radiologic Health Branch. An advisory committee, composed of Radiologists, Radiologic Technologists, Radiology Administrators, Clinical Instructors and Student Technologists, cooperates with the College faculty and administrators in continuous curriculum development, evaluation, and revision.
Admission to the Program Admission to the Radiologic Technology program is based upon completion of the following: • The completion of the prerequisites with a satisfactory grade. • An application form, to be submitted to the program director. • The college accepts a limited number of students into the program, which is based on availability of clinical sites. Should the number of qualified applicants exceed the number of available openings, a simple lottery will be implemented. • Official transcripts of all college courses attempted must be submitted. Applicants must meet certain physical health requirements. A physical examination must be performed by a licensed physician to determine physical and mental fitness of the student. The program director is authorized to require records of such examinations be released to the college. Such records may be used only to determine fitness for the program, and except for such use, the confidentiality of such records shall be maintained. Students must be free from communicable diseases, infection, psychological disorders, and other conditions that prevent the successful performance of the responsibilities and tasks required in the program. Any health condition described above which is developed by the student after admission to the program may be considered sufficient cause for suspension from the program. Desirable Abilities & Skills The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) our accrediting body requires student proficiency in the application of technical knowledge, operation of specialized equipment in a competent and safe manner, and the ability to provide physical care and emotional support to patients during radiographic procedures. Therefore, in order to be admitted to the program, or to be retained in the program after admission, all applicants should possess: • Visual acuity, such as needed in the accurate preparation and administration of contrast media and for the observation necessary for patient assessment, care and management. • Auditory perception to receive verbal communication from patients needing assistance and from members of the health care team. • Communication skills (speech, reading, writing) to interact effectively and sensitively with patients in order to elicit information; describe changes in patient condition; assess non verbal communications; and be able to effectively and efficiently transmit information to patients, fellow students, faculty, staff and all members of the health care team. • Gross and fine motor coordination to carry out diagnostic procedures including reaching, lifting, and moving radiographic equipment. Applicants should be able to execute motor movements reasonably required to provide general and emergency care to patients. • Intellectual ability to be able to measure, calculate, reason, analyze and evaluate as required for direct patient care. The applicant must be able to comprehend three dimensional and spatial relationships. • Emotional stability to enable use of intellectual abilities, exercise good judgment, promptly complete all responsibilities attendant to care of the patients. • Social attributes to allow the development of mature, sensitive and effective relationships with patients, faculty, co workers, and administrators. LOS ANGELES CITY COLLEGE 80TH ANNIVERSARY CATALOG 2008-2009 - 181 - The "Technical Standards for Admission" have been established as a guidance tool for use in realistically informing the student of minimum standards needed to satisfactorily function in the Program and ultimately in the profession. The assessment of applicant compliance to these Standards will be accomplished in the following manner: 1. Faculty counseling to determine applicant goals and expectations. 2. A physical examination performed by a licensed physician. Applicants who may be deficient in one or more of the areas mentioned above should contact the Program Director. Serious consideration will be given to applicants who are deficient in any of these categories, providing the deficiency can be remedied with reasonable accommodation. Required Courses The total number of students accepted into the program is determined by the number of available clinical education positions. Courses outlined below are necessary for completion of the program, and are applied toward requirements for the Associate in Science degree with a major in Radiologic Technology. Students are advised by department faculty to determine the specific sequence in which the following courses must be taken. Prerequisite courses for entrance into the Radiologic Technology Program are: Anatomy 1, English 101 or 28, Mathematics 115 or higher, and Physiology 1, Radiologic Technology 100, 101, and 102. Note: Class scheduling restricts the completion of this program to the day courses. COURSES UNITS Radiologic Technology 103 ...................................................................... 4 Radiologic Technology 104 ...................................................................... 4 Radiologic Technology 105 ...................................................................... 3 Radiologic Technology 106 ...................................................................... 3 Radiologic Technology 107 ...................................................................... 3 Radiologic Technology 110 ...................................................................... 2 Radiologic Technology 140 ...................................................................... 3 CLINICAL EXPERIENCE Radiologic Technology 160 ...................................................................... 4 Radiologic Technology 180 .................................................................... 12 (Summer Session) Radiologic Technology 180 .................................................................... 24 (Fall and Spring) Total Units ............................................................................................. 62 To complete general education requirements in this area of study, Plan B for the AA/AS Degree is required. PLAN B: Please consult with a counselor about specific courses needed or see the college catalog "Graduation Requirements" section. Plan B is not designed for transfer to a four-year college. 3 Units English Composition 3 Units Communication/Analytical Thinking 3 Units Natural Sciences 3 Units Humanities 3 Units Social/Behavioral Sciences (including American History & Governments) 3-4 Units Health/Physical Education 3-5 Units Math Competency
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