Radiography Program

The Sanford Radiography Program in Bismarck currently has a 8-year accreditation award by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT):

JRCERT
20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
(312)-704-5300, Fax: (312)-704-5304
www.jrcert.org
mail@jrcert.org

The Sanford Radiography Program in Bismarck promotes the following program effectiveness data:

1. Students will complete the program.
2. Students will pass the national certification examination on the first attempt.
3. Students will be gainfully employed within 12 months post-graduation.
4. Graduates will be satisfied with their education.
5. Employers will be satisfied with the performance of newly hired graduates.

Sanford Medical Center sponsors the Radiography Program in Bismarck. The school is a 22-month, hospital-based, certificate program. As the program sponsor, Sanford Medical Center has primary responsibility for the professional education program and grants the terminal award – the certificate.

Sanford Medical Center is located in Bismarck, the capital of North Dakota. It is a 238-bed, nonprofit hospital accredited by the Joint Commission.

The Sanford Radiography Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). Accreditation assures that the School meets or exceeds national standards regarding the quality of the program. For more information about the Radiography Program in Bismarck, contact:

Cindy Hanson
Program Director, Radiography Program
Sanford Medical Center |
300 N. Seventh St.
Bismarck, ND 58501
(701) 323-5470
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Download accreditation, goals and outcomes materials:

• Mission statement, goals and student learning outcomes
• Program effectiveness data

Download materials on the Sanford Radiography Program curriculum, courses and student policies: 

• Curriculum
• Course descriptions
• Policies
• Grading Scale
• Grievance Procedure

All applicants have equal access to the program without regard to race, color, religion, sex or sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical disability, marital status, or military/veteran status. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Radiography Program may provide reasonable assistance as requested in writing by a student, as long as they are able to meet the Technical Standards for the program. Candidates will not be discriminated against based on their disabilities. Only qualified applicants will be accepted.

The Radiography Program at Sanford Medical Center in Bismarck, ND, is affiliated with three universities within the state:

1. University of Mary (Bismarck)
2. North Dakota State University (Fargo)
3. Minot State University

Students who are attending one of the schools listed above, and have completed or are nearing completion of the requirements for the degree in radiologic science, may apply. Applications must be postmarked by Dec. 15. To be eligible to apply, students must have an overall college GPA of 3.0 or higher. See the application instructions for more information.

Download admission materials:

• Application Instructions
• Application
• Recommendation Form
• Technical Standards Form
• Tuition and Fees
• Transcript Request

For more information, contact:

Cindy Hanson
Program Director, Radiography Program
Sanford Medical Center
300 N. Seventh St.
Bismarck, ND 58501
(701) 323-5470
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Accreditation

The Sanford Health School of Radiography is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). The Sanford Medical Center School of Radiography’s current accreditation length is eight years. Sanford Health Fargo is accredited by the Joint Commission and is also recognized by the American College of Radiology as a Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence. North Dakota State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

Download goals and outcomes reports:

• Goals and outcomes
• Program effectiveness

• 2 Year Calendar
• Program Policies
• Student Handbook

 

 

Sanford Medical Center Fargo School of Radiography is affiliated with North Dakota State University.

The Sanford Medical Center Fargo School of Radiography is open to all candidates who have satisfactorily met or will meet the following admission requirements:

1. Completed all internship prerequisite courses on at NDSU by the start of the internship, including resident credits at NDSU for transfer students;
2. Earned a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale by internship application deadline;
3. Been recommended by the Academic Director of the NDSU Radiologic Sciences Program.

If you are considered for the internship, you will be scheduled for a personal interview with the program director and school faculty. Up to six students are selected for admission each year. Selected applicants will be notified one week following the interview. A $250 non-refundable acceptance fee is required along with an acceptance letter. For information on program eligibility and guidance with application is available, contact the NDSU Department of Allied Sciences or email NDSU.

Download admission materials:

• Admission requirements
• Application form
• Recommendation form
• Transcript request form

Learn more about tuition and financial aid.

Sanford USD Medical Center operates on a nonprofit basis and is governed by a Board of Trustees for the people of the Sioux Falls area. The hospital offers many educational opportunities such as radiologic technology. Established in 1894, Sanford has more than 545 licensed beds and continues to grow as the region’s leading healthcare institution. It is accredited by the Joint Commission, and is a member of the American Hospital Association, Voluntary Hospitals of America and Novation. The staff of dedicated physicians and health care professionals is committed to providing the highest quality of patient care and health education to the community and to the region.

Download goals and outcomes reports:

• Goals, outcomes, and mission statement
• Program effectiveness
  • The Job Placement Rate: “not actively seeking employment” includes those graduates who are unwilling to seek employment, unwilling to accept employment due to salary or hours, on active military duty, or continuing education.
• Gainful employment data

Accreditation

The Sanford Medical Center School of Radiologic Technology in Sioux Falls is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). The program’s current length of accreditation is eight years.

JRCERT contact information is:
20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, Illinois 60606-3182
(312) 704-5300
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www.jrcert.org

Sanford Medical Center is accredited by the Joint Commission.

Download the Professional Certification and Licensure Disclosure Statement.

Articulation/Affiliation Agreements

• University of Sioux Falls – Sioux Falls, SD
• Mount Marty College – Yankton, SD
• North Dakota State university – Fargo, ND
• University of Mary – Bismarck, ND
• University of Nebraska at Kearney – Kearney, NE
• Saint Cloud State University – St. Cloud, MN
• Briar Cliff University – Sioux City, IA
• University of South Dakota – Vermillion, SD

Student Policies

Students will read the Sanford Medical Center Radiography Program Policy and Procedure Manual during student orientation and have an opportunity to ask questions. Students are required to comply with all of the policies, rules and regulations of Sanford Medical Center (Sioux Falls). Upon completion of the policy and procedure review, the student will sign the acknowledgment form, which becomes part of the student’s file.

Download curriculum and policy materials:

• Rotations and Courses
• Student Handbook
• Student Body Diversity
• Campus Crime Report
• Gainful Employment Data
• Clinical Educational Plan

Download admission materials for the Sioux Falls Radiography Program:

• Tuition and fees
• Application information
• Application
• Reference form
• Transcript request form
• Gainful employment data

For more information, contact:

Candace McNamara, Program Director
Sanford USD Medical Center
1305 West 18th Street, PO Box 5039
Sioux Falls, SD 57117-5039
(605) 333-7445
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