Radiologists produce radiographs, or x-ray films, to diagnose diseases and injuries.
Radiology is the practice of using internal imaging devices alongside other technology and medical practices to diagnose diseases and injuries. Radiographers and radiologist technicians are responsible for performing imaging exams. While study at the medical school level is required in order to become a radiologist, some colleges and universities offer associate's and bachelor's degrees in the field that prepare students for careers as radiographers or radiologist technicians. Such degrees also can lead to more advanced study in the field.
Oregon Institute of Technology
The Oregon Institute of Technology is a public four-year career college with multiple campuses throughout Oregon and Washington. OIT's Radiologic Science program, based at the Klamath Falls campus in southern Oregon, offers a bachelor's degree. The program encompasses concentrations in related diagnostic imaging areas such as fluoroscopy, mammography and magnetic resonance imaging. Students take pre-medical imaging technology and professional courses such as Medical Terminology, Radiographic Positioning and Fundamentals of Speech. Additionally, OIT Radiologic Science students also are required to complete multiple semesters of fieldwork through externships.
Oregon Institute of Technology
3201 Campus Drive
Klamath Falls, OR 97601
541-885-1000
oit.edu
York Technical College
York Technical College is a two-year technical community college in Rock Hill, S.C. York offers associate's degrees, certificates and diplomas in its three academic divisions. Housed within the Health & Human Services division, York's Radiologic Technology associate's degree program can be completed within 24 months. Courses include Radiographic Imaging, Radiation Biology and Radiology Patient Care Procedures. Upon completing the program, graduates are eligible for certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
York Technical College
452 S. Anderson Rd.
Rock Hill, SC 29730
803-327-8000
yorktech.com
Southern Vermont College
Southern Vermont College, a private liberal arts college in Bennington, Vt., offers 22 undergraduate bachelor's and associate's degree programs of study. The school's associate's degree curriculum in Radiologic Technology becomes a bachelor's degree program in fall 2010. The program's required courses include Radiographic Positioning I and II, Radiographic Pathology and Advanced Imaging and Pharmacology. The program also includes opportunities for clinical study as well as laboratory work.
Southern Vermont College
982 Mansion Drive
Bennington, VT 05201
802-442-5427
svc.edu
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