The Valley Hospital School of Radiography is an intensive, 24-month program that offers academic and clinical education to prepare students for licensing and careers in radiography. As radiographers, they will utilize ionizing radiation to produce images of the human body for diagnostic purposes, under the supervision of a physician.
Upon completion of this program, students will receive a Certificate from The Valley Hospital School of Radiography and will be eligible to apply for a certification exam sponsored by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, and licensure by the New Jersey Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners.
Program Mission Statement
The radiography program sponsored by The Valley Hospital is dedicated to providing a unique education in diagnostic imaging so that our graduates can better serve the healthcare needs of our patients. We strive to develop the potential of each student by providing a learning environment where our students are afforded an opportunity to advance their educational and professional skills.
Goals & Student Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate Clinical Competency
- Students/graduates will apply accurate positioning skills.
- Students/graduates will select appropriate technical factors.
- Students/graduates will practice ALARA radiation protection principles.
Use Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills
- Students/graduates will be able to adapt routine positioning for trauma patients.
- Students/graduates will adapt technical factors based on the patient’s condition.
- Students/graduates will assess the needs of the geriatric patient and respond appropriately.
Communicate and Interact Effectively with Patients and Staff
- Students/graduates will demonstrate appropriate oral communication skills.
- Students/graduates will demonstrate effective communication skills within the healthcare environment.
- Students/graduates will demonstrate written communication skills.
Demonstrate Professionalism
- Students/graduates will demonstrate professional interactions with patients/staff and others.
- Students/graduates will become members of the New Jersey Society of Radiologic Technologists in order to participate in professional activities offered by the society.
- Students/graduates are required to join ASRT to promote life-long learning and to encourage networking with imaging professionals.
Award Options
The School of Radiography offers a Certificate terminal award following the completion of the 24-month program. Upon admission into the program, the student must have an associate degree or higher.
Clinical Sites
The Valley Hospital School of Radiography currently utilizes three clinical sites as follows:
Valley Health System - Ridgewood Campus
223 N. Van Dien Ave
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
The Valley Hospital
4 Valley Health Plaza
Paramus, NJ 07652
The Valley Center for Health and Wellness - Diagnostic Imaging
1400 MacArthur Blvd.
Mahwah, NJ 07430