Mission and Goal Statements

Radiologic Technology Program
Mission Statement

The Department of Radiologic Technology at the University of Saint Francis engages diverse, life-long learners in an atmosphere of academic and clinical excellence permeated by Franciscan values. The Department exists to support and serve the profession of radiologic technology in its growth and development within the healthcare community.

Purpose/Goal Statements

Consistent with the mission statement the specific purposes or goals of the program are to:

• Prepare individuals for entry level radiologic technology practice as radiographers with knowledge and experience in the specialized areas of radiology.
• Deliver a competency based curriculum and instructional delivery system, which stresses the application of theory to the realities of the clinical setting.
• Provide radiography students with a general education which gives them the skills appropriate for living in a highly technical, global society.
• Assist students in developing the values, attitudes and professional behaviors necessary to promote the ethical standards of the profession.
• Instill in students a lifelong desire to achieve professional excellence through continued education.