Applicants seeking admission to the Associate of Science degree program must be able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to:

1. Visually observe and assess a patient, discriminate color and depth, read and accurately complete reports, and visualize diagnostic/monitoring equipment in dimmed light.
2. Auditorily monitor and assess patient health needs, monitor various equipment and background sounds, and communicate by telephone.
3. Verbally communicate in a clear and concise manner.
4. Communicate with others in appropriate professional verbal and written form.
5. Read and interpret relevant medical data from patients’ charts, reports, and orders.
6. Safely lift and transfer patients to accomplish bed/chair/stretcher transfer with assistance or assistive devices.
7. Safely push a gurney or wheelchair.
8. Stand or sit for an extended period of time.
9. Demonstrate sufficient manual dexterity necessary to perform activities specific to each professional program.
10. Demonstrate critical thinking skills sufficient to think clearly and act professionally, safely, and accurately in stressful situations.
11. Professionally interact with individuals, families, and groups from a variety of social, emotional, cultural, and intellectual backgrounds.

In addition to the above listed criteria, the following requirements are specific to the Radiography Program including, but not limited to:

1. Push and operate portable imaging equipment.
2. Reach and operate equipment up to a height of six feet above the floor.