Diagnostic Medical Imaging - Limited X-ray Machine Operator (LXMO)

Department
Department of Healthcare Professions
Degree Type
Certificate

Limited X-ray Machine Operator (LXMO) certificate graduates are eligible to sit for the ARRT certificate exam. The nationally certified graduate is eligible to obtain a NH state license with the OPLC. Once licensed, the LXMO may work in fields that they are certified within. ARRT certification in chest, extremities and spine radiography are possible for the graduate to complete.

AART certification in chest, extremities and spine radiography are possible for the graduate to complete.

Do you have questions? The department chair for this program is Amy VonKadich, who can be reached at avonkadich@ccsnh.edu.

Admission Requirements

Apply for this program today on our Admissions page with step-by-step instructions and enrollment pathways built just for you!

  • College prep Algebra I with a C or higher, or NHTI’s MATH092C with a C or higher
  • Personal interview
Career Information

Graduates can work in urgent care setting and offices as well as earn advanced degrees. See rationale and supporting documents.

Curriculum

Spring Semester

Item #
Title
Lecture Hours
Lab Hours
Credits
Subtotal Credits
5
28
12

Summer Semester

Item #
Title
Lecture Hours
Lab Hours
Credits
Subtotal Credits
3
1
4
Total Credits
28
Additional Information
Learning Outcomes

The LXMO certificate provides the highest standards of theoretical and clinical experiences for our students. Students will be clinically competent. Students will obtain diagnostic quality images. Students will practice effective patient care including radiation safety.