The University of Nevada Las Vegas Radiography Program is part of the School of Integrated Health Sciences within the Department of Health Physics and Diagnostic Sciences. The Radiography Program is designed to prepare students for a career as a Radiologic Technologist. The Radiography Program offers a Bachelor's Degree in Comprehensive Medical Imaging-Radiography. Upon successful completion of the Program, students are eligible to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists' (ARRT)certifying examination in Radiography.
Contact
Chad Hensley Ph.D., R.T.(R)(MR)
Program Director
Phone: 702-895-3296
Email: chad.hensley@unlv.edu
Radiography Curriculum
The Radiography Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. The curriculum includes didactic and clinical education opportunities that adhere to recognized standards.
Current accreditation status is 8-Years.
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
20 North Wacker Dr. Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606
312-704-5300
mail@jrcert.org
www.jrcert.org
Chad Hensley, Ph.D., R.T.(R)(MR)
Heidi Shelton, D.C., R.T.(R) (ARRT)
Daisy Cruz
Mailing Address
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Radiography Program
4505 S. Maryland Parkway
Box 453017
Las Vegas, NV 89154-3034
Phone
702-895-3296
Fax
702-895-1312
Campus Location
Bigelow Health Sciences (BHS), Room 345
Licensure Exam and State of Nevada Licensure Requirements Disclosure
After successfully completing the UNLV Radiography Program, students will be eligible to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification exam. Graduates must pass the ARRT exam in Radiography to become a Radiologic Technologist. Many states require certification from the ARRT to practice as a Technologist.
The UNLV Radiography Program encourages all prospective and current students to fully explore the licensure requirements in each state they wish to work as a Radiologic Technologist. The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) provides information on individual state licensing departments.
Nevada Radiologic Technologist Licensure – Educational Requirements (NRS 653.510) Has successfully completed an educational program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, or its successor organization or another national accrediting organization approved by the Division.
Nevada Radiologic Technologist Licensure – Non-Educational Requirements (NRS 653.510) Is certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, or its successor organization, to practice in the area of radiography.
Those planning to apply for a Nevada license in Radiologic Technology are encouraged to review the Nevada State laws and regulations. Learn more from Nevada’s Radiation Control Program.