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Associate of Applied Science
Virginia Highlands Community College
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Associate in Applied Science Degree in Radiography
Associate of Applied ScienceAssociate in Applied Science Degree in Radiography
Virginia Highlands Community College
This program prepares students to become entry level radiographers.
Program Credit Requirements

The table below provides the requirements to complete this program. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio,
the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences
you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements.
Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.
Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.
The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio
and the requirements for the selected program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Associate in Applied Science Degree in Radiography
72
Associate in Applied Science Degree in Radiography
72
Radiography
72
English Requirement
3
English Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Radiography Requirements
48
Radiography Requirements
48
Earn 48 credits: Complete the following
Earn 48 credits: Use the following rules
Complete the following
Use the following rules
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
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This requires a minimum GPA of 2
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This requires a minimum GPA of 2
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This requires a minimum GPA of 2
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This requires a minimum GPA of 2
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This requires a minimum GPA of 2
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This requires a minimum GPA of 2
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This requires a minimum GPA of 2
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This requires a minimum GPA of 2
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This requires a minimum GPA of 2
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This requires a minimum GPA of 2
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This requires a minimum GPA of 2
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This requires a minimum GPA of 2
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Complete courses from the following Course list:
Science Require
8
Science Require
8
Earn 8 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
DEV PSY Requirement
3
DEV PSY Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Orientation to College Studies
1
Orientation to College Studies
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Health Requirement for Health
3
Health Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Humanities Requirement
3
Humanities Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Math Requirement
3
Math Requirement
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AND
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
Residency
72
Transfer credits will be evaluated, and as applicable, up to 54 credits may be applied to this program.
Plan GPA for 172
72
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
Program Overview & Guidance

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Delivery Mode
Hybrid
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Program Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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Is This Degree Right For Me? | This program prepares students to become entry level radiographers. |
What Should I Consider When Selecting Courses |
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Are there other program requirements beyond specific courses? | |
Do More With Your Degree | |
Program Successes & Highlights |
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?

Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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Associate Transfer Degree Completion | Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School |
Credit for Prior Learning | Students planning to transfer are encouraged to check with the transfer institution to confirm acceptance of A.P. credits. |
Did You Know That... |
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College Level Information

College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
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Is This College Right For Me? | |
Transfer Student Catalog Year | Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance |
First Year Student Catalog Year | Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance |
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions | The GAA application process varies by transfer institution. Please visit the Campus Connection Center in ISC 133 for specific application processes. |
Where Can This Degree Transfer

This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.
Careers Where This Degree Applies

O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
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25-1071.00 | Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
29-2034.00 | Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | Take x-rays and CAT scans or administer nonradioactive materials into patient's bloodstream for diagnostic or research purposes. Includes radiologic technologists and technicians who specialize in other scanning modalities. | Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations |