February 28, 2024
San Diego Mesa College's Radiologic Technology Program Achieves 8-Year Accreditation
Milestone
Program graduates have a 5-year job placement rate of 99%
By Jennifer Kearns and Saisha Banks
San Diego, CA - February 27, 2024 - San Diego Mesa College is proud to announce that
its Radiologic Technology (Rad Tech) program has been awarded an 8-year continuation
of accreditation by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
(JRCERT). This achievement marks a significant milestone for Rad Tech, representing
the first time in 22 years that it has maintained the full 8 years of accreditation.
Accreditation is a rigorous process that ensures educational programs meet and maintain
minimum standards of quality and integrity. The Radiologic Technology program at Mesa
College has achieved remarkable success, being commended for its program effectiveness,
one of the main standards critiqued by accreditation committees, ensuring all programs
maintain above the 75% benchmark for program and student success.
Notably, the Mesa program boasts a 5-year job placement rate of 99%, a 5-year credential
pass rate of 84%, and an annual program completion rate of 81%. Furthermore, all graduates
of the program attain a living wage in San Diego. Remarkably, 50 - 60% of Mesa students
begin the
program in low-income status, highlighting the program's role in reducing the equity
gap in our community. This additional information further underscores the program's
commitment to excellence and its positive impact on both student success and community
welfare.
“This accreditation not only reflects our department's proficiency in providing top-tier
education but also speaks to our ability to adapt to evolving industry standards and
technologies,” said Cassandra Storey, Dean of Public Health Science. “It reaffirms
Mesa’s position as a leader in radiologic technology education, ensuring that our
graduates are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to excel
in their careers and contribute meaningfully to the healthcare landscape.”
The Radiologic Technology program at San Diego Mesa College is dedicated to preparing
qualified medical imaging practitioners who uphold the highest level of ethical patient
care while demonstrating excellent clinical and technical practices. With a mission
to provide top-tier education, the program proudly collaborates with clinical partners
such as, Kaiser Permanente, Palomar Medical Center, Rady's Dental Center San Ysidro,
Scripps Mercy Hospital, Sharp HealthCare, Sharp Rees Stealy, Tri City Medical Center,
University of California San Diego, The Community Services Division and The United
States Department of Veterans Affairs for a total of 42 sites that students go to
for clinical training.
"This has been an ongoing team effort, and I would like to personally thank all of
the students, faculty, clinical instructors, radiologic technologists working with
our students, college administrators, and my college and department colleagues for
making this happen," stated Kimberly Mills, Program Director of Radiologic Technology
at Mesa College.
The official Radiologic Technology Accreditation Award Letter from JRCERT commended
the program for its compliance with all relevant standards and awarded maintenance
of accreditation for a period of eight years. This accreditation provides assurance
to students, employers, and the broader community that they are receiving education
and training of the highest caliber.
San Diego Mesa College remains committed to excellence in radiologic technology education,
preparing graduates who are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and competencies
necessary to excel in their careers. For more information about the Radiologic Technology program at San Diego Mesa College, contact Kimberly Mills at kmills@sdccd.edu
About San Diego Mesa College
San Diego Mesa College is a fully accredited, comprehensive community college committed
to access, success, and equity. We honor those commitments as a diverse community
of students, faculty, professional staff, and administrators who collaborate to foster
scholarship, leadership, innovation, and excellence in an inclusive learning environment.
By promoting student learning and achievement that leads to degrees and certificates,
transfer, workforce training, and lifelong learning, we empower our students to reach
their educational goals and shape their future. Among the largest community colleges
in California, Mesa College serves 30,000 students per year, 25% of whom are full-time.
Mesa offers nearly 200 associate degree and certificate programs and is one of 15
California community colleges offering a four-year baccalaureate degree. Mesa ranks
as San Diego’s top transfer institution, is a proud Hispanic Serving Institution and
a Military Friendly School, serving more than 3,500 veterans and their families. www.sdmesa.edu.
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