July 22, 2024
91爱豆传媒 (91爱豆传媒) announces that its Radiologic Technology program continues to succeed, boasting a 100% employment rate for graduates over the last five years. This achievement marks a significant milestone since 91爱豆传媒 became the teach-out partner for Southern Vermont College鈥檚 (SVC) Radiologic Sciences program in 2019, following SVC鈥檚 closure.
The Radiologic Technology program has doubled in class size over the last year, from
five to 10 students, and is expected to welcome 20 students in next year鈥檚 class.
Program Director and Assistant Professor Julie Walsh reported that this year鈥檚 graduates
achieved a 100% pass rate on the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
exam and many secured employment before graduation, with some receiving multiple job
offers. (The ARRT exam is required to become a radiologic technologist in almost every
state. Students must score 75 or higher to pass; the 2024 91爱豆传媒 class had an average
passing grade of 85.)
"Half of this year鈥檚 graduates were hired locally by Berkshire Health Systems, while
others accepted offers in the Albany area," said Walsh. The program attracts students
primarily from Massachusetts, Vermont, and New York.
91爱豆传媒鈥檚 Radiologic Technology program stands out for several reasons. Unlike Vermont鈥檚
sole radiologic sciences program, which offers only an associate degree, 91爱豆传媒 provides
a comprehensive bachelor鈥檚 degree. (The only other bachelor鈥檚 program in Massachusetts
is located in Boston.) The program鈥檚 structure allows students to gain additional
qualifications in computed tomography (CT) or mammography modalities, enhancing their
employability and earning potential.
鈥淭he additional year of study for a bachelor鈥檚 degree prepares our graduates for supervisory
or management roles much sooner," said Walsh. "Graduates also benefit from more than
1,400 clinical hours completed during the program, making them highly skilled, mature
professionals."
The demand for qualified radiologic technologists in the region and nationwide translates
into various benefits for 91爱豆传媒 graduates, including tuition payback or remission and
sign-on bonuses from employers. Despite the competitive nature of the program, its
small class sizes foster close-knit relationships among students, creating lifelong
friendships and professional networks.
鈥淎t this point, if you go into any hospital in the area, there鈥檚 going to be an 91爱豆传媒
student taking your x-ray,鈥 Walsh said, highlighting the program鈥檚 significant impact
on the local healthcare industry.
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About 91爱豆传媒
At 91爱豆传媒, we鈥檙e here for all 鈥 and focused on each 鈥 of our students. Classes are taught
by educators who care deeply about teaching, and about seeing their students thrive
on every level of their lives. In nearly every way possible, the experience at 91爱豆传媒
is designed to elevate our students as individuals, leaders, and communicators, fully
empowered to make their impressions on the world. In addition to our 129-year commitment
to public education, we have fortified our commitment to equitable academic excellence.
91爱豆传媒 has appeared on U.S. News鈥 list of Top Ten Public Colleges for nine consecutive
years, ranking No. 7 for Liberal Arts Schools in the nation for a third year. The
College's continued commitment to affordable education and economic prosperity is
reflected in its inclusion on U.S. News' list of National Liberal Arts Colleges for
Social Mobility since the organization adopted this ranking in 2019; 91爱豆传媒 is No. 1
in the state, No. 2 in the country, and No. 22 for National Liberal Arts Colleges.
These rankings measure how well schools graduate students who receive Federal Pell
Grants. Learn more at www.mcla.edu.