The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates a 17 percent increase in the demand for radiology technologists through 2018, which should create approximately 37,000 new jobs in the field. To obtain the licensure necessary to work as a technologist, most states require applicants to have graduated from a radiology technology program approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Massasoit Community College
Established in 1966, Massasoit Community College is a public institution in Brockton, Massachusetts. The school is home to nearly 8,000 students, as of April 2010, and grants an Associate of Applied Science degree in radiologic technology. Before enrolling in the program, students must complete a course in biology or pass a biology placement test. Those admitted to the program spend 21 months completing the required courses, which include anatomy, positioning, digital imaging, psychology or sociology and radiation science. Students complete four clinical rotations prior to graduation. Eligible students can participate in federal and state loan, grant and work-study programs to offset the cost of tuition. A child care center on campus provides low-cost day care for students' children. Job placement assistance is available for all students.
Massasoit Community College
1 Massasoit Blvd.
Brockton, MA 02302
508-588-9100
massasoit.mass.edu
Indian Hills Community College
Indian Hills Community College is a public institution in Ottumwa, Iowa, 85 miles southeast of Des Moines. The college offers an eight-term or two-year Associate of Applied Science degree in radiologic technology. Among the classes required for the major are anatomy, medical terminology, computer science, physiology, film critique, psychology, mathematics, radiation protection, radiation physics and biology, and pathophysiology. Seven clinical rotations are required for graduation. Sources of financial aid for qualified Indian Hills students include federal and state grants and loans, veterans' benefits, institutional scholarships and work-study. Child care is available on campus and job placement assistance is provided.
Indian Hills Community College
525 Grandview Ave.
Ottumwa, IA 52501
641-683-5111
ihcc.cc.ia.us
Mt. San Antonio College
One of the largest community colleges in California, Mt. San Antonio College has an enrollment of more than 65,000 students, as of April 2010, at its campus in Walnut, a suburban area about 25 miles from Los Angeles. For admission into the college's Associate of Applied Science program in radiology technology, students must show evidence of high school-level course work in biology and algebra and pass a criminal background check and drug test. The required courses take two years to complete and include anatomy, medical terminology, fluoroscopy, digital imaging and nursing procedures. Six clinical placements are included in the curriculum. In addition to federal and state financial aid programs, the college offers a limited number of work-study opportunities and institutional scholarships. Low-cost child care and job placement assistance are provided through the college.
Mt. San Antonio College
1100 North Grand Ave.
Walnut, CA 91789
909-594-5611
mtsac.edu
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