Radiologic Technology 2020-2021 – JSCC Monitoring Report SACSCOC

Student Level Outcomes

Intended Outcomes	Means of Assessment	Criteria for Success	Summary & Analysis of Assessment Evidence	Use of Results
SLO 1: Students will apply positioning skills.	Evaluation 1: 1. Laboratory Simulation Repeat Analysis Form 2. Clinical Competency Repeat analysis form for Clinical Education V 3. Graduate Survey Portable radiography section	Eval 1: 1. There will be an increase in the pass rate of lab comps in Procedures II as compared to Procedures I in radiographic positioning. 2. 90% of students will pass clinical competencies without a repeat of positioning skills 3. Score of 2.5 or higher Scale (1-3)	Summary: 1. 96% Pass rate Procedures I 96 % Pass Rate Procedures II 96 % pass rate for Procedures II 2. 91% Pass rate Clinical Education 3. 2.7	Observations/Changes based on the previous cycle (19-20): The Danielus Miller competency was added in this assessment period. Course syllabi indicating this item may be found here. All students completed the competency without repeat for positioning. The repeat analysis form from lab is used to document this item. Faculty arranged specific schedules for students to finish out the Spring Semester while maintaining health protocols and meeting program completion competencies. Faculty Meeting Minutes from Spring 2020 indicated this information. Observations/Changes based on the current cycle (20-21): Changes in the assessment were reflected in the previous cycle. The benchmark did not change for this assessment. All radiographic procedures that students will be responsible for on the ARRT certification exam upon program completion are covered in RAD 112 and RAD 122. All radiographic procedures that students will be responsible for on the ARRT certification exam upon program completion are covered in RAD 112 and RAD 122. Course syllabi document this item. The Faculty Meeting Minutes from Summer 2020 indicated that due to the on-campus schedule changes caused by the pandemic, additional practice times would be allotted to students in the radiography lab. This will help prepare the student for the Clinical phase of the program.
SLO 2: Student will select appropriate technical factors.	Evaluation 2: 1. Laboratory Simulation Average of technique selection score on Breathing Technique comps. 2. Clinical Competency Positioning section, technique selection of the Clinical Competency Form for comps which require a breathing technique.	Eval 2: 1. Average score of 80% or higher on Breathing Technique comps 2. Technique selection from comp form for Transthoracic Lateral, AP Scapula, Swimmer’s view T-spine and Lateral T-spine.	Summary: 1. Average score of 95% 2. 100% or all students filled out this section of the comp forms for breathing techniques.	Observations/Changes based on the previous cycle (19-20): All students completed the positioning section and technique selection on the Lab comp form with 100% success. An example of the form is noted here. Faculty meeting minutes for Summer 2020 note that the lab instructor will be evaluating breathing techniques with students in the next assessment cycle. Observations/Changes based on the current cycle (20-21): The Assessment for this next cycle was changed to incorporate Breathing Technique. The calculation of the average is included here.
SLO 3: Students will practice radiation protection.	Evaluation 3: 1. Laboratory Simulation Repeat Analysis form 2. Clinical Competency Important details section, radiation protection selection, of the Clinical Competency Form Average of radiation protection section score for all students for all competencies in clinical education for the program.	Eval 3: 1. 90% or higher of enrolled students in RAD 122 will meet the established criteria for radiation protection. 2. 90% or higher of students will meet the established criteria for radiation protection.	Summary: Of the lab competency 26/27 or 96% of students met the established criteria for radiation protection 22/22 or 100% of enrolled students shielded patients during competencies.	Observations/Changes based on the previous cycle (19-20): Radiation Protection is of utmost importance in diagnostic imaging for both the patient and the radiographer. Each laboratory simulation competency assesses the knowledge and appropriate use of shielding and radiation protection. The Radiologic Technology Lab Competency Book demonstrates this. This book is reviewed annually and revised as needed. A sample of a comp form may be found here. The COVID pandemic began in this assessment cycle, which interrupted students’ progress. Observations/Changes based on the current cycle (20-21): During the Clinical Instructor’s and Advisory Committee meeting in the Clinical Student Policies section for 2021 it was noted that many clinical sites have stopped using shielding on patients during exams. The Program Coordinator noted the JRCERT’s statement on this item and concluded that the program’s student should continue to shield on all examinations with the exception of abdominopelvic radiography in which the shield would cause adverse effects on imaging. The program coordinator and clinical coordinator will continue to monitor the policies and procedures from the JRCERT and from the clinical affiliates. Clinical facilities have agreed to allow students to continue to practice radiation protection on comps even though some policies prohibit the technologist from doing so. An e-mail from a clinical affiliate demonstrates this.
SLO 4: Students will use effective oral communication skills.	Evaluation 4: Presentation in RAD 212 Radiographic Pathology component Average of presentation grades	Eval 4: Average Score of 85% or higher on presentation.	Summary: Average score 98% 23 Students enrolled	Observations/Changes based on the previous cycle (19-20): In this cycle, students took classes virtually during the pandemic. This assessment was performed virtually. The RAD 212 course syllabus demonstrates the presence of this competency requirement. Observations/Changes based on the current cycle (20-21): The program continues to demonstrate success in this assessment. The RAD 212 course syllabus demonstrates the presence of this competency requirement. During this assessment, students were back on campus and in person. This item will continue to be monitored for effectiveness.
SLO 5: Students will practice written communication skills.	Evaluation 5: 1. Writing of an article review in RAD 136, Radiation Protection Average score of article review grades 2. RAD 113 Empathy Assignment	Eval 5: 1. Average Score of 85% or higher on presentation. 2. Average score of 85% or higher	Summary: 1. Average score 92% 27 students enrolled 50 points possible each student 27 x 50 =1350 1242 points achieved / 1350 points possible = 92% 2. Average score 100% 30 students enrolled	Observations/Changes based on the previous cycle (19-20): This assessment was changed in this cycle to The Average of Empathy Assignment grades for the RAD 113 Patient Care course. The RAD 113 syllabus demonstrates this compentency requirement. This assessment was successful at meeting the criteria and will continue to be utilized for the next cycle. Observations/Changes based on the current cycle (20-21): The program continues to show success for this assessment. The course syllabus for RAD 136 demonstrates the presence of this competency requirement. This was the first assessment cycle that this means of assessment and criteria for success was used. It will continue to be evaluated in the next assessment cycle.
SLO 6: Students will manipulate technical factors for non-routine examinations / trauma examinations	Evaluation 6: Exposure Lab Technique Exercises Clinical Competency form, positioning section	Eval 6: Average score of 80% or higher Clinical Competency form	Summary: Average score 90% 26/27 or 96% of students scored 80% or higher on this section.	Observations/Changes based on the previous cycle (19-20): The program has used this assessment for several cycles, but feels it is still relative to the intended outcome. Each clinical comp form has this information assessed. The repeat analysis form for the program did not indicate that any student failed the positioning section of the clinical competency. Observations/Changes based on the current cycle (20-21): Due to current digital technology in the clinical environment, manipulating technical factors for any exam can be difficult. It is imperative that this item remain in the course to reinforce this item. Course syllabi for RAD 135 demonstrates the presence of this competency requirement. The program continues to meet the established benchmark.
SLO 7: Students will adapt positioning for trauma patients.	Evaluation 7: 1. Clinical Competency form This item is completed at the conclusion of the program. The number of students who pass the trauma comps on first attempt. 2. Test on Trauma Average of Trauma test grades in RAD 122 Radiographic Procedures II	Eval 7: 1. 90% of students will pass the trauma comps. 2. Average score of 80% or higher	Summary: 1. Average score 96% of enrolled students passed the trauma comps on first attempt. 2. Average score 81%	Observations/Changes based on the previous cycle (19-20): The benchmark was met even though the means of assessment was changed in this cycle. 1 enrolled student did not pass Clinical Education III. The Danielus Miller lab comp was piloted for this assessment cycle, reinforcing this material. The Lab Syllabus for RAD 122 demonstrates the addition of this item. The Danielus Miller procedure is a trauma procedure and effectiveness is assessed in the test on trauma in this course. Observations/Changes based on the current cycle (20-21): This item was changed in the previous cycle. The number of trauma comps has not changed. The clinical competency index remains the same. This item will continue to be monitored for success. Program faculty will update the number of trauma competencies as required by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist. The test on trauma is still relevant to the intended outcome. Course syllabi for RAD 122 demonstrates the presence of this compentency requirement.
SLO 8: Students will develop a professional resume	Evaluation 8: Writing a Professional Resume	Eval 8: 85% or higher on 100% scale	Summary: 22/22 or 100% of students wrote a professional resume with 85% or higher	Observations/Changes based on the previous cycle (19-20): This item has been used for several years to analyze communication skills in writing and professionalism. Faculty feel that it is still relevant in the importance of professionalism. The course calendar for RAD 227 Review Seminar reflects this item. Observations/Changes based on the current cycle (20-21): Writing a professional resume has many advantages for students and reinforces this intended outcome. All students are required to write a professional resume which is shown in the RAD 227 course syllabus.
SLO 9: Students will exhibit professional behaviors such as punctuality in the clinical setting.	Evaluation 9: Time Card	Eval 9: 90% of students enrolled in the final semester will have less than 3 tardies per semester	Summary: 22/22 or 100% of students had less than 3 tardies per semester	Observations/Changes based on the previous cycle (19-20): The clinical coordinator reinforces policies in each clinical education course by sending out a Fast Fact sheet to each student. The clinical coordinator also lists the policies and procedures in the Rad Tech Student Handbook. Observations/Changes based on the current cycle (20-21): The established benchmark was exceeded in this assessment period. The Fast Fact Sheet reminder has reinforced this outcome.