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Associate of Applied Science
Piedmont Virginia Community College
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Associate of Applied Science Degree in Radiography
Associate of Applied ScienceAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Radiography
Piedmont Virginia Community College
The Associate of Applied Science degree in Radiography at PVCC prepares you for entry-level jobs in radiography. Graduates of this program are trained to perform x-ray exams to individuals in various healthcare settings. these facilities include hospitals, doctors' offices or clinics. Graduates of the program will be eligible to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) exam for certification.
Program Overview & Guidance

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| Program Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Considerations for Selecting Degree | This is a competitive admission program with one application deadline per year. |
| Considerations When Selecting Courses |
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| Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses | |
| Doing More With Your Degree | |
| Program Successes & Highlights | 100% job placement rate of graduates in the past 5 years. |
Program Credit Requirements

Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. lf you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.
The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. 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. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.
The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. 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. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.
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 of Applied Science Degree in Radiography
72
Associate of Applied Science Degree in Radiography
72
AAS RADIOGRAPHY
72
Course Requirements for AAS RADIOGRAPHY
73
BIO 141
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
RAD 100
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
RAD 125
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
RAD 190
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
RAD 121
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
SDV 100
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
RAD 111
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
RAD 221
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
RAD 131
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENG 111
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
RAD 112
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
RAD 231
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
RAD 246
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENG 112
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
RAD 232
5
Earn 5 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
RAD 256
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PSY 200 or PSY 230
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
RAD 270
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
RAD 205
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
RAD 240
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
RAD 280
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
RAD 290
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
PHI 220 or PHI 227
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
BIO 142
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Civic Engagement
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?

| Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
|---|---|
| Associate Transfer Degree Completion | Prior completion of any associate degree or higher waives the SDV 100 requirement. All courses are evaluated and transferred as applicable to your degree. |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School | Prior completion of any associate degree or higher waives the SDV 100 requirement. All courses are evaluated and transferred as applicable to your degree. |
| Credit for Prior Learning | https://www.pvcc.edu/credit-prior-learning |
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College Level Information

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Where Can This Degree Transfer

This section displays degrees most closely related to this program
and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the
next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to
visit that program page.
| Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Commonwealth University | Clinical Radiation with concentration in Nuclear Medicine Technology, Bachelor of Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | Clinical Radiation with concentration in Nuclear Medicine Technology, Bachelor of Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Central Virginia Community College | AAS in Radiologic Technology | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Southwest Virginia Community College | Associate of Applied Science Degree in Radiography | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | Hybrid |
| Tidewater Community College | Associate of Applied Science - Radiography | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
| Virginia Highlands Community College | Associate in Applied Science Degree in Radiography | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Virginia Western Community College | Associate of Applied Science in Radiography Degree | Associate | Associate of Applied Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | Clinical Radiation Sciences with concentration in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Bachelor of Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | Clinical Radiation Sciences with concentration in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Second Modality), Bachelor of Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | Clinical Radiation Sciences with concentration in Radiography, Bachelor of Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | Clinical Radiation Sciences with concentration in Radiography (Degree Completion), Bachelor of Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | Clinical Radiation Sciences with concentration in Radiation Therapy, Bachelor of Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | Clinical Radiation Sciences with concentration in Radiation Therapy (Degree Completion), Bachelor of Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | Clinical Radiation Sciences with concentration in Radiation Therapy (Second Modality), Bachelor of Science | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
Careers Where This Degree Applies

| O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Cost To Complete

