Program competency standards in Radiography
Faculty of Health Sciences
1) Knowledge & Understanding
This standard defines the knowledge, principles and concepts that underpin Radiography
1.1) Key knowledge concepts
Demonstrate a broad and through knowledge/understanding of the key theoretical concepts underpinning Radiography
1.2) Clinical Skills and Practice
Demonstrate a broad and thorough knowledge of the SOP underpinning Radiography
2) Critical Thinking & Evaluation
This standard defines the essential qualities of the Radiographer to think critically, creatively and reflectively.
2.1) Formulation and Delivery
Assess clinical situations, determines the key issues and deliver a timely and quality outcome
2.2) Clinical Skills
Analyse and respond to problems related to patient treatment and care.
2.3) Analyse, Synthesise, Prioritise
Analyse and respond to problems of operation and management
2.4) Research & Innovation
initiate and evaluate research outcomes and incorporate into evidence based practice where relevant.
2.5) Evaluation and Quality Assurance
evaluate and implement processes and procedures for ensuring quality outcomes
3) Professional & ethical Practice
This standard defines the application of professional and clinical skills and the ethical responsibilities of the Radiographer
3.1) Autonomy & Accountability
Operate effectively as an autonomous and responsible practitioner
3.2) Scope of Practice
Guided in action by their own and others` Scope of Practice
3.3) Professional Relationships
Establish and maintain appropriate collaborative relationships with colleagues and members of the multidisciplinary team.
3.4) Patient Advocacy
Act to ensure that patient welfare and rights are appropriately respected
3.5) Legal Framework
Act to preserve the safety of individuals and groups at all times
3.6) Quality Management
Management of quality issues relating to effective practice
4) Care and Clinical Management
The standard defines the role of the Radiographer to the care, welfare and clinical management of others.
4.1) Patient Welfare
Fulfill the duty of care in clinical practice
4.2) Empathy
Establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships with patients and others
4.3) Cultural Sensitivity
Respond appropriately in culturally sensitive situations
4.4) Clinical Management
Demonstrate effective clinical management of individuals
5) Lifelong Learning
This standard defines the lifelong learning attributes of the Radiographer
5.1) Professional Development
Demonstrate commitment to ongoing professional development
5.2) Mentoring / Teaching
Participate in guiding the learning of others
5.3) Research
Participation in research