School of Radiologic Technology at Henry Ford Providence Southfield Hospital

The School of Radiology Technology at Henry Ford Providence Southfield Hospital prepares the student for examination and certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. The 24-month course includes both classroom study and competency-based clinical education. The 40-hour school week consists of a daily three-hour class covering topics such as radiologic physics, anatomy and physiology, standard radiographic positions, techniques and departmental procedures. The remainder of each eight-hour day is devoted to performing clinical duties under the supervision of a registered radiologic technologist.

Contact

Mary A. Kleven, MAOM, BS, RT(R)M
Program Director
Henry Ford Providence Southfield Hospital
16001 W. Nine Mile Road
Southfield, MI 48075
(248) 849-3293
Email: mkleven1@hfhs.org

Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide each student with an education that will enhance their minds. Through constant goal setting and achievement, the students are given the opportunity to challenge themselves towards excellence in patient care within the radiologic sciences.

Program Goals

Students will be clinically competent
Students will demonstrate communication
Students will develop critical thinking skills
Students will model professionalism

Student Learning Objectives (SLO) are evaluated over the course of the program to ensure the students are meeting the overall goals of the program. Our SLO may be viewed here.

Accreditation

Our current accreditation award is for 8 years; which was granted in March of 2018. Our interim report was accepted, so our next accreditation review date is March 2026. Our accreditation information can currently be located on the JRCERT website at the link below:

Ascension Providence Hospital, Southfield Campus - JRCERT

School of Radiologic Technology at Henry Ford Providence Southfield Hospital is fully accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in the Radiological Sciences. For further information on standards for education in the Radiological sciences, please visit their website, www.jrcert.org, or contact them:

JRCERT
20 N. Wacker Drive
Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606
Phone: (312) 704-5300
Fax: (312) 704-5304
Email: mail@jrcert.org

Program Effectiveness Data

Our program is required by the Joint Review Commission on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) to publish data on program completion rate, first time pass rate on the Nation Registry, and job placement rate. That information can be found here for 2024.

Student Learning Outcomes

Students Learning Outcomes are evaluated over the course of the program to ensure the students are meeting the overall goals of the program

Students will demonstrate appropriate positioning/ centering during radiographic exams
Students will select technical factors.
Students will demonstrate radiation protection
Students will demonstrate oral communication skills
Students will demonstrate written communication skills.
Students will demonstrate critical thinking skills.
Students will develop standards/ abilities performing on non-routine patients
Students will be able to demonstrate growth in their profession
Students will demonstrate work ethics

Admission

Up to 12 students per year are admitted. Criterion for acceptance is based on a combined score for both academics and interview. Our admission policy is available here.

Policy Manual

Applications

2025 application packet

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If the application packet doesn’t load, please email Mary Kleven for a copy.

Applicants are required to submit the following to the Radiography program by Feb 1, along with their application for consideration:

Three current letters of professional reference
Official high school transcripts
Official college transcripts that demonstrate completion of:
- Algebra (intermediate; no pre-, basic or elementary) – 3 credit hours
- English (communications/composition) – 3 credit hours
- Behavioral Science (psychology, sociology, etc) – 3 credit hours
- Anatomy and Physiology 3 c.h. (additional coursework in the natural sciences earns more points)
- Information sciences (introduction to computers) – 3 credit hours
- Medical Terminology – 1-3 credit hours
Documentation of 4 hours of job shadowing or job experience is recommended
A $40 application fee (Check or money order payable to “Henry Ford Providence Southfield Hospital”)

Tuition

Tuition will be increasing to $8,000 for 2025 admission (increasing to $8500 for 2026 admission). All school fees are included in the tuition except for textbooks. There are no refunds offered on any tuition paid. Payment schedule for admitted students for 2025 is available here.

Enrollment

One class in enrolled each year, with the program starting in September. Completed applications must be submitted by Feb 1 of each year. For a program brochure and application please contact Mary Kleven via email or by phone at (248) 849-3293.

Location for clinical rotations

Henry Ford Providence Southfield Hospital
16001 W. Nine Mile Road, Southfield, MI 48037

Henry Ford Providence Novi Hospital
47601 Grand River Ave, Nov, MI 48374

Henry Ford Livonia Imaging – Seven Mile Road
37595 Seven Mile Road, Suite 101, Livonia, MI 48152

Henry Ford Genesys Hospital
1 Genesys Pkwy, Grand Blanc, MI 48439

Henry Ford Medical Center – Farmington Hills
30055 Northwestern Highway, Farmington Hills, MI 48334

All students do not rotate to all locations, we have an east-side/west-side option.

Academic Community Agreements

The Henry Ford Providence Southfield Hospital School of Radiologic Technology maintains articulation agreements with Macomb County Community College, Wayne County Community College and Concordia University- Ann Arbor. This is to assist prospective students to be academically prepared, and to provide a pathway for degree achievement. Contact information and program requirements can be found here.

Academic Calendar

CT, Interventional Radiology (IR), Mammography and MRI Training

Henry Ford Providence Southfield Hospital also has CT, IR and MRI training available to registered radiographers. We offer a 6-month CT program, a 7-month MRI program and a 6 month IR training program. Applicants must be a registered radiographer to apply. All applicants must submit a current MRI screening form as part of the application packet which can be located here. Please refer to our CT pamphlet, IR pamphlet, Mammography pamphlet, or MRI pamphlet for more information.

Non-discrimination statement

Qualified applicants are considered for admission to the School of Radiologic Technology at Henry Ford Providence Southfield Hospital without regard to race, color, religion, sex, height, weight, national origin, age, sexual preference, arrest record, marital or veteran status, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or disability. It is the applicant’s responsibility to notify us of any reasonable accommodation necessary to perform the essential duties of the position for which the applicant has applied.

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