Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist Training
Shine a Light on Your Future in Healthcare
Start your journey in medical imaging with CU's Limited Medical Radiography program. Providing hands-on experience and classroom instruction, this program equips you with the skills to begin a rewarding career.
Program Overview
The Limited Medical Radiography (LMR) Program at Campbellsville University is a certificate program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to perform basic radiologic procedures. This program combines classroom instruction, laboratory courses, and hands-on clinical rotations in various healthcare facilities. Students will gain expertise in using radiologic equipment, positioning patients, and ensuring safety during imaging procedures.
Upon completion of the program, graduates will receive a certificate and become eligible to take the LMR certification exam. They will also be qualified to apply for licensing in the state of Kentucky. LMRs are trained to work in a variety of clinical settings, including physician offices, urgent care centers, and outpatient clinics, providing an essential role in diagnostic imaging and patient care.
- Program Duration: The Limited Medical Radiography program consists of 1004 clock hours and can be completed in approximately 12 months.
- Classroom and Hands-On Learning: The program includes a combination of classroom instruction, laboratory courses, and clinical rotations at various healthcare facilities to provide a well-rounded learning experience.
- Bi-Term Schedule: Students follow a bi-term schedule, with a new set of classes every 8 weeks, allowing for consistent progress and skill development.
- Class Schedule: Classes meet four days a week from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, providing a structured yet manageable schedule for students.
- Clinical Hours: Clinical hours are scheduled on varying days, Monday through Friday, with times ranging from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, depending on the operating hours of the clinical facility.
- Enrollment Periods: Enrollment is available every August and January, with a maximum of 15 students accepted into the program each semester, ensuring personalized attention and focused learning.
The Limited Medical Radiography (LMR) program at the Campbellsville campus at the Allied Health Center (101 Laura Sue Humphress Drive, Campbellsville, KY 42718. Our program offers a well-rounded curriculum designed to prepare you for the certification exam and a career in medical radiography. The program includes both theoretical coursework and practical clinical experience.
- Introduction to Radiologic Technology
- Radiographic Procedures
- Patient Care in Radiology
- Radiation Protection
- Medical Terminology
- Radiographic Anatomy and Physiology
- Imaging Equipment and Techniques
- Clinical Rotations (various healthcare facilities)
Classes meet during daytime hours, typically four days per week, and students will gain valuable clinical experience through rotations at healthcare facilities within the region. Click here to view our course curriculum.
To be eligible for the Limited Medical Radiography (LMR) program at Campbellsville University, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
- Possess a high school diploma or GED.
- Present a valid, non-expired government-issued photo ID.
- Consent to a background check and drug screening is required before participating in clinical externships.
- Must not have been found guilty of, entered a guilty plea, or Alford plea to a felony offense or have completed a diversion program for a felony offense (KRS Chapter 335B).
- Must not have been subjected to discipline that would prevent certification at the time of application.
- Must have a valid and current vehicle operator's license for the United States or its territories.
- Be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States, or otherwise lawfully present in the U.S., as evidenced by submission of appropriate documentation such as a Social Security Card, Birth Certificate, Permanent Resident Card (Form I-551), or other legal authorization to live and work in the U.S.
If you meet these criteria, you're on your way to pursuing a career in medical radiography with Campbellsville University's comprehensive LMR program!
Graduates of Campbellsville University’s Limited Medical Radiography program earn a certificate and are eligible to take the LMR certification exam for licensing in Kentucky. Limited Medical Radiographers can work in clinics, urgent care centers, and private practices.
Careers in Limited Medical Radiography:
- Limited Medical Radiographer
- X-ray Technician
- Radiologic Technologist
- Healthcare Facility Imaging Support
Campbellsville University's Limited Medical Radiography program is accredited by the
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), ensuring
that the university meets high standards for quality education. In addition, the program
prepares students to sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
certification, which is a widely recognized credential in the healthcare industry.
By offering an accredited program, Campbellsville University ensures that its graduates
are well-prepared to enter the workforce and pursue further professional certifications,
opening doors to a variety of career opportunities in the field of radiography.
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Frankie Joyner
Admissions Counselor / Certificate Coordinator
