The requirements listed below are not considered during the admission process but must be completed prior to the completion of the first term of enrollment in a Med Tech program:
- Applicants for the Radiologic Technology (RAD), and Surgical Technology (SGT) programs must complete a 300-word essay explaining why he or she wants to enter into the specific occupational field and how he or she plans to succeed in achieving this educational goal. This essay must be handwritten on-site and submitted to the program director and/or his or her designee. The program director or designee (when needed) will review the essay and provide appropriate advising as necessary.
- Applicants must sign the physical or technical statement specific to the chosen program.
- The applicant must submit a copy of his or her current (American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider Course) CPR card or take a short course to obtain the certification. The CPR certification must remain current throughout the program.
- Since some externship sites may require that students have health insurance, the applicant must submit either a valid medical insurance card or a signed medical waiver form stating he or she is responsible for the costs of all medical services he or she requires.
- TB test results must be submitted prior to completing the first term. If the results are positive, the applicant must submit negative chest X-ray results.
- Since some externship sites may be farther than 50 miles from the campus, applicants must sign a statement of understanding of the travel requirements.
- The Medical Technology programs require that the student be 18 years of age at the time he or she starts the clinical/externship portion of the program.