Radiography

Associate Degrees

Credits or Hours: 77 credits

Indian River State College offers a number of different degrees and certificates leading to professional licensure in the state of Florida.  Some professions require both a degree and the successful completion of additional criteria such as licensure exams, field placements, or clinical hours. Student eligibility to apply to sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in the State of Florida is defined in F.S., 468.302 and also includes possession of a valid form of identification. Please visit the Florida Department of Health website to ensure your eligibility.

Completion of the Radiography program requirements makes you eligible to apply to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)  in Florida.

If you may choose to reside outside of Florida, IRSC cannot confirm whether this degree program meets educational requirements for professional licensure/certification in your state. Some states have requirements in addition to the program’s curriculum. If you wish to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) exam in another state, contact the regulation of professions and occupations in the state to determine whether this degree will meet their licensure requirements.

Professional Licensure and Certification Disclosure Table for Radiologic Technologists

Start a dynamic healthcare career with an Associate in Science in Radiography. This full-time program blends rigorous comprehensive coursework with hands-on clinical training, equipping you with the skills needed for success in this in-demand field.

Program Highlights:

• Strong Foundational Courses: Delve into subjects like radiographic procedures, pathology, patient care and radiographic physics. The program’s robust coursework ensures a deep understanding of the principles and practices of radiography.​
• Clinical Experience: Gain practical experience through a competency-based clinical education component conducted at healthcare settings in the four-county district. This hands-on training prepares you to perform diagnostic imaging procedures with confidence and professionalism.​

Career Pathways:
Upon graduation, you’ll be eligible to sit for the national certifying examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Successful certification opens doors to employment in hospitals, imaging centers and physicians’ offices. Additionally, the program lays the foundation for further specialization in imaging modalities such as ultrasound, CT, nuclear medicine, radiation therapy or magnetic resonance imaging.​

Travel Note: You should be prepared to travel to any of the clinical education sites located within the four-county service district of Indian River State College: St. Lucie, Martin, Okeechobee and Indian River counties. All clinical education sites are located within a one-hour driving distance from the Massey Campus. You will be expected to arrange travel and other commitments to arrive at class or clinical assignments on time.

Classes in the Radiography program meet four to five days per week for four to eight hours per day, typically beginning at 8:00 a.m.

Clinical rotations generally begin at 7:30 a.m. or 8:00 a.m. and end at either 4:00 p.m. or 4:30 p.m. However, there may be occasions when rotations may be scheduled between the hours of 5:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Occasional weekend and evening rotations are required.

Accreditation
The radiography program at IRSC is fully accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). This is the only organization recognized by the United States Department of Education for accreditation of radiography programs.

The most recent on-site visit was in 2017, which resulted in a full eight-year accreditation award. The next accreditation site visit is tentatively scheduled for the third quarter of 2025. General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter can be found here.

The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
20 N. Upper Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, Illinois 60606-3182
312-704-5300
mail@jrcert.org

Review the standards and other pertinent accreditation information on the JCERT website.

Students or faculty who wish to pursue allegations of noncompliance with standards can report here: https://www.jrcert.org/accreditation-for-students/allegations/.

Additional Program Information:

• Radiology Program Expenses
• Radiology Program Graduate Outcomes
• Radiology Program Student Handbook
• Occupational Risks
• Health Science Physical Examination and Immunization Form
• Background Check and Drug Screening Requirements
• Health Sciences Division Handbook
• Post Exposure Protocol
• CPR Training
• Report Accident (Incident) Form
• AG Student Accident Claim Form
• Liability/Accident Insurance Coverage
• Insurance Procedures
• Allied Health Program Overview
• Refund Policy

Associate in Science in Surgical Services

Associate Degrees

Credits or Hours: 64 credits

As a surgical services technology student at The River, your coursework will cover topics such as pharmacology and anesthesia, surgical techniques and procedures, with a focus on the surgical specialties.

You’ll also complete three clinical experiences in surgical specialties; these involve rotations in a variety of areas, from pre-operative to post-anesthesia care. Clinical sites include hospitals and outpatient surgery centers within the four-county area.

Licensure Requirements
Completion of The River’s surgical services program makes you eligible to apply to take the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) exam in Florida. Please visit the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) website to ensure your eligibility.

Accreditation
The Surgical Services (Technology) Program at Indian River State College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education (CAAHEP) upon the recommendation of the Accreditation Review Council on education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA).

Additional Information:

• Surgical Services Program Application Booklet
• Surgical Services Program Expenses
• Graduate Outcomes
• Occupational Risks
• Health Science Physical Examination and Immunization Form
• Background Check and Drug Screening Requirements
• Surgical Technology Program Student Handbook
• Health Sciences Division Handbook
• Post Exposure Protocol
• CPR Training
• Report Accident (Incident) Form
• AG Student Accident Claim Form
• Liability/Accident Insurance Coverage
• Insurance Procedures
• Allied Health Program Overview
• Refund Policy

Associate in Science in Respiratory Care

Associate Degrees

Credits or Hours: 76 credits

Indian River State College offers a number of different degrees and certificates leading to professional licensure in the state of Florida. Some professions require both a degree and the successful completion of additional criteria such as licensure exams, field placements, or clinical hours. Student eligibility to apply to sit for the Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) in the State of Florida is defined in, F.S., 468.355 and requires possession of a valid form of identification. Please visit the Florida Senate, fs 468.355 website to ensure your eligibility.

Completion of the Respiratory Care program requirements makes you eligible to apply to take the Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) in Florida.

If you may choose to reside outside of Florida, IRSC cannot confirm whether this degree program meets educational requirements for professional licensure/certification in your state. Some states have requirements in addition to the program’s curriculum. If you wish to take the Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) exam in another state, contact the regulation of professions and occupations in the state to determine whether this degree will meet their licensure requirements.

Professional Licensure and Certification Disclosure Table for Registered Respiratory Therapist

Start your rewarding career as a Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) with an associate degree from the River. This 21-month, full-time program combines in-person and online academic coursework with hands-on clinical experience, giving graduates the knowledge and skills needed to care for patients with cardiopulmonary disorders and others.

Career Opportunities
Graduates of the program are well-prepared to work in diverse healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and home care, providing critical care to patients. Demand for skilled respiratory therapists is high and is expected to continue to grow, providing strong job prospects for RRTs.

Accreditation
The IRSC Associate in Science in Respiratory Care program at Indian River State College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC). Program #200380. CoARC accredits respiratory therapy education programs in the United States. To achieve this end, it utilizes an “outcome-based” process. Programmatic outcomes are performance indicators that reflect the extent to which the educational goals of the program are achieved and by which program effectiveness is documented.

Programmatic Outcomes Data

CoARC
817-283-2835
https://coarc.com/

Additional Program Information:

• Respiratory Care Program Expenses
• Respiratory Care Program Student Handbook
• Occupational Risks
• Health Science Physical Examination and Immunization Form
• Background Check and Drug Screening Requirements
• Health Sciences Division Handbook
• Post Exposure Protocol
• CPR Training
• Report Accident (Incident) Form
• AG Student Accident Claim Form
• Liability/Accident Insurance Coverage
• Insurance Procedures
• Allied Health Program Overview
• Refund Policy

Dental Hygiene

Associate Degree

The application for the Spring 2026 program will be available from July 7, 2025 through November 17, 2025.

Credits or Hours: 88

This two-year program requires 20 semester hours of general education and 68 semester hours and major field required courses for a total of 88 semester hours. Students will be enrolled in 16-18 credits per semester, attend class 30 hours per week and have 20-30 hours of homework each week.

Indian River State College offers a number of different degrees and certificates leading to professional licensure in the state of Florida. Some professions require both a degree and the successful completion of additional criteria such as licensure exams, field placements, or clinical hours. Student eligibility to apply to sit for the National Board Dental Hygiene Exam (NBDHE) in the State of Florida is defined in F.S., 466.023 and also includes possession of a valid form of identification. Please visit the Florida Department of Health website to ensure your eligibility.

Completion of the dental hygiene program requirements makes you eligible to apply to take the National Board Dental Hygiene Exam (NBDHE) in Florida.

If you are a student who may choose to reside outside of Florida, IRSC cannot confirm whether this degree program meets educational requirements for professional licensure/certification in your state. Some states have requirements in addition to the program’s curriculum.  If you wish to take the National Board Dental Hygiene (NBDHE) exam in another state, contact the Board of Dentistry in the state to determine whether this degree will meet their licensure requirements.

Professional Licensure and Certification Disclosure Table for Dental Hygiene

Accreditation
The Indian River State College Dental Hygiene program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation. The Commission is a specialized accrediting body recognized by the United States Department of Education. The Commission on Dental Accreditation can be contacted at (800) 232-6108 or at 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago IL. 60611. The Commissions web address is https://coda.ada.org/.

Preference for admission will be given to residents that live in the four county service area of IRSC: Martin, St. Lucie, Okeechobee, and Indian River counties.

IRSC Dental Clinic and Services
The Dental Hygiene program at IRSC offer dental services for individuals seeking dental care. Services are available to patients of all ages and are by appointment only. IRSC Dental Hygiene students are in training under the direction of experienced and licensed faculty which may result in longer appointment times. Services are offered at reduced prices. For more information or to make an appointment, please contact the IRSC Dental Clinic 772-462-7524.

Ready to make a real difference in people’s lives—one smile at a time? Our Associate in Science in Dental Hygiene offers hands-on, career-focused training that will prepare you to become a skilled, confident dental hygienist.

You’ll learn in modern facilities, work directly with patients, and build the expertise to pass your national and state licensure exams with confidence.

Dental hygiene is a healthcare profession focused on prevention—helping patients maintain healthy smiles and improve overall wellness. Through our program, you’ll be qualified to provide oral health services in a wide variety of settings, including private dental practices, public health facilities, hospitals, nursing homes, group homes and the military.

Graduates also find opportunities beyond direct patient care, working as dental clinic managers, public health educators or supervisors within healthcare agencies.

Whether you’re passionate about health, love working with people, or want a meaningful career in a growing field, earning your Dental Hygiene A.S. degree can help you build a bright, rewarding future.

Additional Program Information:

• Dental Hygiene Application Book
• Dental Hygiene Program Expenses
• Dental Hygiene Program Graduate Outcomes
• Dental Hygiene Program Student Handbook
• Occupational Risks
• Health Science Physical Examination and Immunization Form
• Background Check and Drug Screening Requirements
• Health Sciences Division Handbook
• Post Exposure Protocol
• CPR Training
• Report Accident (Incident) Form
• AG Student Accident Claim Form
• Liability/Accident Insurance Coverage
• Insurance Procedures
• Allied Health Program Overview
• Refund Policy