Radiology

The University of Charleston Radiologic Science Program is a four year degree program designed to prepare students to practice radiography and introduce students to related specialized imaging modalities.

Radiologic Science is the health profession involved in the direct administration of radiation for disease diagnosis and injury assessment. Since their accidental discovery in 1895, x-rays have been recognized as an essential tool in medical diagnosis; furthermore, technological advances and the addition of new imaging modalities now place radiologic science among the most dynamic and high-demand fields in clinical medicine.

As technology has evolved, the uses of radiation have diversified, requiring specially educated and highly skilled individuals to assure safe and responsible x-ray application and the delivery of quality patient care. In addition to performing diversified procedures, a radiographer works with patients in a variety of clinical settings including adult, pediatric, and newborn
medical units, emergency rooms, intensive care units, surgical units, and outpatient services. Students in this program will have opportunities in clinical rotations such as these.   Why Choose UC Radiologic Science?