As the majority of the United States population ages and new advances in medical imaging science continue to develop, an estimated 38,000 new jobs in radiologic technology should appear throughout the country between 2008 and 2018, reports the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. A number of technical schools throughout the country offer programs in radiology technology. Approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), these schools allow graduates to take the necessary state licensing exams to work as radiology technologists.
Springfield Technical Community College
Established in 1967, Springfield Technical Community College is a public institution in Springfield, Massachusetts, with approximately 6,000 students, as of 2010. The college offers an Associate of Applied Science degree in radiography technology. Before enrolling in the program, students must spend four hours observing a radiography technician in a clinical setting and must have completed prerequisite classes in college-level algebra, biology, medical terminology and English and high-school-level chemistry.
Among the courses required for the major are computer science, anatomy, equipment maintenance, positioning, image evaluation and radiation physics. All students complete four clinical rotations and a seminar in quality control prior to graduation. Qualified students can benefit from federal and state loans and grants, institutional scholarships and work study while attending the school. Job placement assistance is available.
Springfield Technical Community College
1 Armory Street
Springfield, MA 01102
413-781-7822
stcc.edu
Chattahoochee Technical College
Located in Acworth, Georgia, Chattahoochee Technical College is a public school with more than 10,000 students, as of 2010. The school's radiography program culminates in an Associate of Applied Science degree. Admissions requirements for the program include passing a criminal background check and drug screening and completing prerequisite courses in English, anatomy, psychology, biology, public speaking, algebra and computer science.
Those admitted to the program spend two years taking the classes necessary for the major, including radiologic exposure, contrast procedures, pathology, radiologic equipment and radiation protection. Courses also teach the process for administering specific types of X-rays, such as those on the spine or head. Seven clinical rotations are included in the curriculum. Federal and state financial aid and job placement assistance is available through the college.
Chattahoochee Technical College
5198 Ross Road
Acworth, GA 30102
770-975-4055
chattahoocheetech.edu
Minnesota State Community and Technical College
A public institution, Minnesota State Community and Technical College is in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, a rural community approximately 50 miles east of Fargo, North Dakota. Home to more than 6,500 students, as of 2010, the school offers an Associate of Applied Science degree program in radiologic technology. To apply for admission to the program, students must possess valid CPR certification and take prerequisite classes in anatomy, chemistry, writing, algebra, physics, psychology and patient care.
The curriculum features four clinical placements and course work in computer science, film and electronic imaging, equipment, health care law and medical ethics. Sources of financial aid at the college include federal and state loans and grants, veteran's benefits, private loans and institutional scholarships. The school's Career and Placement Services department at the college provides job search assistance for all students.
Minnesota State Community and Technical College
900 Highway 34 East
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
218-846-3700
minnesota.edu
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