Mercy Radiologic Technology Program

About Us

The Mercy Radiologic Technology Program is a full-time, 21-month (5 terms) certificate level program consisting of didactic and clinical experiences. Successful completion of the program qualifies graduates to sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) exam to practice as registered radiologic (x-ray) technologists. The didactic portion of the program is delivered in-person on the campus of Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital in Canton, OH. In addition, the clinical education portion of the program includes 1,664 clock hours of hands-on practice in local medical facilities under the supervision of in-field experts. 

Program instruction is delivered primarily between 8 am – 5 pm Monday-Friday. However, each student is required to attend a total of six Saturday and six evening clinical days. 

The Mercy Radiologic Technology Program has entered into an articulation agreement with Kent State University to facilitate application of the coursework taken within the program to an Associate of Technical Study (ATS) degree upon graduation from the program. The current agreement is effective June 1, 2025, through May 31, 2028. Please refer to the Additional Information tab to learn more about the agreement, including required residency credits. 

If the applicant has attended any college or university, they should contact the Mercy Radiologic Technology Acting Program Director, Devin Johnson at [email protected] or 330.489.1000, ext:1348 for advisement.

Accreditation

The Mercy Radiologic Technology Program is accredited by the
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
(312) 704-5300
Email: [email protected]

The program's current award is Administrative Probation. General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter can be found here.

Mission

To cultivate lifelong learners who will continue to grow and meet the needs of their community as exceptional radiologic technologists with a student-centered approach to clinical and didactic education.

Program Goals & Outcomes

Goal 1: The student will develop competence in clinical performance.

Outcomes:

• The student will demonstrate proper positioning skills to obtain optimal radiographic images.
• The student will demonstrate proficiency in equipment manipulation to obtain quality diagnostic images.
• The student will demonstrate proper safety and radiation protection principles for the patient, clinical staff, and themselves.

Goal 2: The student will demonstrate professionalism and effective communication.

Outcomes:

• The student will use effective written communication skills when dealing with clinical staff and patients.
• The student will develop professional verbal communication in the health care environment..
• The student will demonstrate professionalism in the clinical arena.

Goal 3: The student will demonstrate effective critical thinking.

Contact information

Devin Johnson
Acting Program Director
Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital
1320 Mercy Drive NW
Canton, Ohio 44708
Phone: 330.489.1000, ext: 1348
[email protected]

Admissions

Admissions requirements & disclosures

In addition to program-specific admissions requirements and procedures, applicants are encouraged to review requirements and disclosures outlined on the School of Health Professions’ Admissions page.

School of Health Professions catalog

Additional information can be found in the School Catalog, including school-wide policies and procedures, program-specific information, and course descriptions.

• View the School Catalog

Technical standards

1. Candidates must have good eyesight either naturally or through They must be able to see the printed words in a radiographic textbook and be able to read and accurately interpret the numbers on a radiographic technique chart.
2. Candidates must have the ability to hear instructions and be able to respond to verbal requests by patients/customers.
3. Candidates must be able to lift a minimum of thirty (30) pounds and possess the ability to support up to 175 pounds. Radiographers must assist, support and move patients from wheelchairs and carts onto radiographic examination tables which requires the use of their backs and muscles.
4. Radiographers work while standing, sometimes for Candidates must be able to move around and stand for long periods of time.
5. Radiographers must verbally instruct patients and be able to express concern and empathy for them. Candidates must possess good verbal and nonverbal communications skills as evidenced from the application and interview Radiographers must perform data entry with dexterity and accuracy.
6. Candidates must be physically and mentally capable of fulfilling the objectives of the radiography program. The program will make reasonable accommodations to assist a student with a disability to advance through the Candidates must have sensory function adequate for patient assessment and care. They must possess the physical status needed to provide all aspects of care in a safe manner.

Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements to be eligible for acceptance into the Mercy Radiologic Technology Program:

1. Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
2. Have taken specific college-level courses (please see “Coursework Prerequisite” section below for details)
3. Overall college GPA must be a minimum of 2.0 (letter grade of C or higher)
4. Hold a current CPR/BLS certification. The CPR/BLS Course must be offered/accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA). 

Admissions process

To be considered for acceptance into the Mercy Radiologic Technology Program, applicants must submit the following materials prior to February 1:

1. Completed application through Campus Café and payment of the non-refundable $20 application fee
2. Copy of all college transcripts
3. Two letters of recommendation

Additionally, applicants should be aware of the following:

• A minimum of 4 hours of shadowing is recommended in a hospital or medical center radiology department. Otherwise, a brief tour will be given at the time of interview either in person or virtually.
• Admission to the program is based on a point system that awards points for GPA of program pre-requisites, complete application, and interview score.
• Meeting all of the requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.
• Selection of students to the program shall be based on the applicant’s ability, preparation, attitude, interest and personal qualities indicating potential to successfully meet the terminal goals of the program.

Coursework prerequisites

Applicants are not required to have a degree to be accepted into our program; however, students must have a degree before graduation as both a graduation requirement and to be eligible to sit for the ARRT registry exam. The Mercy Radiologic Technology Program has an articulation agreement with Kent State University to allow for degree completion by the end of the program. 

Eligibility requirements for ARRT certification in radiography require all candidates to have earned an associate or higher degree from an accrediting agency recognized by the ARRT prior to taking the Radiography Certification Examination. The degree does not need to be in the radiologic sciences, and it can be earned before entering the educational program or during the program. 

Prior to entering the Mercy Radiologic Technology Program, prerequisites must be completed with at least a "C" average (or the prerequisite must be repeated) at an accredited college or university. 

Prerequisites include:

• Anatomy and Physiology I
• Anatomy and Physiology II
• Medical Terminology

NOTE: Students who are currently enrolled in one or more of the program prerequisite courses may still apply before the February 1st deadline. If they are selected for the program, they must have all prerequisite courses completed by the summer semester prior to beginning the program. Entrance into the program is contingent on passing all prerequisite courses with a grade of "C" or better. It is not advised that prospective students without a degree have no more than two outstanding degree requirements before entering the program.

For questions regarding coursework prerequisites, please contact the Acting Program Director, Devin Johnson, at 330.489.1000, ext: 1348.

Tuition & Fees

*Prices subject to change

Cost of attendance

The cost of attendance for the Mercy Radiologic Technology Program is a budget comprised of direct and indirect costs. Tuition is a direct cost charged by the program. All others are indirect costs that a student may incur during the course of the program and is not paid to the program. These costs are subject to change.

Tuition refund policy

The Mercy Radiologic Technology Program issues refunds for tuition and other fees for eligible applicants and students as outlined in the School of Health Professions’ Tuition Refund Policy.

• Read the full tuition refund policy

Graduation Requirements

In order to be eligible for graduation, the student must:

• Satisfactorily complete all clinical requirements
• Have a satisfactory GPA clinically
• Have a satisfactory GPA didactically
• Be in “Good Standing”
• Demonstrate appropriate use of verbal and written medical language
• Demonstrate knowledge of human anatomy and physiology
• Attend to a patients’ needs with concern and empathy
• Properly operate radiographic equipment and accessories
• Properly position the patient for radiographic procedures
• Adapt exposure factors for patient pathology
• Understand the use of technical factors to obtain a quality radiograph with minimal radiation exposure
• Process images properly
• All required college-level courses for degree completion must be completed and official  transcript received by Program Director
• Have paid all costs, books, and tuition due to the program

Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)

The student’s Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) toward graduation will be evaluated after the completion of each term of the program. Failure to maintain SAP may result in the student being dismissed from the program.

• School of Health Professions SAP Policy

Program Outcomes

Program effectiveness data

The following is a brief synopsis of information reported to the Joint Review Committee on Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). The program reports program completion rate, credentialing examination first attempt passage rate and employment rate. The JRCERT is located at 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606-3182, 312.704.5300.

• View Mercy Radiologic Technology program effectiveness data report

The following are program outcomes calculated for the School of Health Professions based on the previous two academic years.

• View Mercy Radiologic Technology academic year-based outcomes

Curriculum

• Academic calendar, 2024-2025
• Curriculum outline
• Course descriptions

Additional Information

How long is the program?

The Radiologic Technology Program is 21 months in length (five semesters).

When does the program begin?

The program begins in late August each year.

What are the program pre-requisites?

The prerequisites are college-level Anatomy & Physiology I and II and Medical Terminology.

How do you select the clinical sites a student will be attending?

Each student attends two hospital clinical sites which are chosen by a lottery.

What is the deadline for application?

The program application, application fee, and all college transcripts must be submitted by Feb. 1st of each year for the program beginning the following August.

What is the acceptance process?

Prospective students participate in a behavior-based interview used to assess communication and critical thinking skills. This interview is evaluated by a point system. Total points assigned to a student include points from the interview, high school and college GPAs, and science and math courses taken with a grade of C or better. The students with the highest scores are accepted into the program.

Do I need a college degree to get accepted into the program?

No. However, you will need a degree before the end of our program to be eligible for graduation and the national registry exam.

Do your classes transfer to other colleges for my degree?

Courses taken in the Mercy Radiologic Technology program may or may not transfer to another academic institution. Be sure to review the Transferability of Credit policy at the receiving institution to which you are applying. Graduates of the program can apply their courses to an Associate of Technical Studies degree from Kent State University under the terms of an articulation agreement between the program and the university.

What is the time commitment for successful completion of the program?

Students should expect a full schedule, attending either class or clinical experiences Monday-Friday, approximately 36 hours/week. In addition, each student is required to complete six Saturday and six evening clinical rotations. A compensatory day "off" will be given during the week when these additional hours are required to keep the required hours of attendance for the week under 40 hours.

Do you have a weekend or evening program?

No.

What are the eligibility requirements to sit for my ARRT radiography examination and gain employment in the field?

Find the ARRT primary eligibility pathway requirements.

Associate of Technical Study (ATS) partnership - Kent State University

Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital has entered into an articulation agreement (June 1, 2025, through May 31, 2028) with Kent State University to provide an Associate of Technical Study, Individualized Program degree.

If you have NO college credits, you should complete your pre-requisites at a Kent State University regional campus. The Kent State University, Stark Campus is recommended. In order to receive a degree from Kent State University, you will be required to complete 15 residency credits. This means that 15 of your college credits need to be from courses you have completed at a Kent State University regional campus.

The residency credit requirements outlined in the articulate agreement will be reevaluated prior to May 31, 2025. Individuals interested in earning an Associate of Technical Study through Kent State University should refer to the current course listings.

Graduation requirements summary

The Mercy Radiologic Technology Program: Certificate Program
Kent State University: Associate of Technical Study, Individualized Program

Minimum Total Hours: 60 credit hours

Minimum Kent Core Hours: 15 credit hours

Minimum Major GPA: 2.000

Minimum Overall GPA: 2.000

Students must successfully complete 15 credit hours of graded Kent State University coursework required for the ATS degree before receiving any college credit for industry recognized licensures, certificates or diplomas.

Please contact Kent State University, Stark Campus advisors for more information on how to apply to Kent State University and assistance with registering for the appropriate courses needed for ATS degree completion.

Advising services

[email protected]
330.244.3251