Attitude, Preparedness, and Challenges of the Radiologic Technology Graduates towards the Licensure Examination

Chastine Eiram  Gallardo,; Marifel  Sison,

Attitude, Preparedness, and Challenges of the Radiologic Technology Graduates towards the Licensure Examination

Abstract:

Registered radiologic technologists are vital to healthcare, performing essential diagnostic imaging tests, as it is known as the “eye of the medicine”. To ensure the safe and accurate execution of these procedures, radiologic technologists undergo extensive training (Alshariff et al., 2022). Furthermore, obtaining a professional license requires passing a board examination, which serves as a credential for practicing in the field. This study employed a descriptive-correlational research design, utilizing a survey questionnaire as the primary data collection tool. It examined the attitudes, preparedness, and challenges of the radiologic technology graduates as they prepare for the licensure examination. The findings revealed that the graduates have a very positive attitude towards the licensure examination. It also showed that their level of preparedness was very high, and they disagreed that they encountered challenges while in the preparation stage for the licensure examination. It also showed in the study that the more positive the respondent’s attitude towards the licensure examination, the higher their level of preparedness for the licensure examination. Also, it shows that the higher the level of preparedness of the respondents, the lesser the challenges they encountered in licensure examination. Radiologic technology graduates displayed confidence in their preparedness for the licensure examination. A positive attitude correlated with higher readiness levels, while those who felt more prepared encountered fewer challenges during their preparation. To further support graduates, it is crucial to implement an action plan that focuses on sustaining positive attitudes, enhancing preparedness strategies, and addressing challenges that they may face. This approach will be better to equip them for success as licensed radiologic technologists.

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