Radiography programs teach students to operate X-ray equipment.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that the demand for radiologic technicians and technologists will increase by 17 percent from 2008 through 2018, resulting in the creation of 37,000 new jobs in the field for those with the right education. To begin a career in the field, students must typically complete a training program approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. A number of schools throughout the United States offer such programs, including hospitals, traditional and community colleges.
Casper College
Casper College is a public, two-year institution located in the rural area of Casper, Wyoming. Before enrolling in the college's Associate of Applied Science degree program in radiologic technology, students must complete prerequisite classes in anatomy, physiology, mathematics, English, medical terminology, government and psychology or sociology. Once admitted, students take professional classes that may include pharmacology, patient care management, radiation protection and computer information systems. The curriculum includes six clinical rotations. These are completed in Casper-area medical centers or in locations throughout Wyoming, allowing students to find a placement close to home. Sources of financial aid include federal and state grants and loans, veteran benefits and institutional scholarship programs. The college's career center provides job placement assistance for all graduates.
Casper College
125 College Drive
Casper, WY 82601
307-268-2100
caspercollege.edu
Wheeling Hospital
Founded in 1890, Ohio Valley Medical Center is a 225-bed general surgical hospital located in Wheeling, West Virginia. The hospital's School of Radiologic Technology offers a 24-month training program that culminates in a certificate of completion. To qualify for the program, applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and evidence of previous coursework in biology, algebra, chemistry, communications, natural sciences and computing. Those admitted to the program complete clinical rotations at the hospital and take required classes in radiation biology, safety, pharmacology, film development, image analysis and critical thinking. Students who wish to earn an associate degree at the conclusion of the program can earn one through agreements with West Virginia Northern Community College and Belmont Technical College. The hospital's school does not offer financial aid programs.
Ohio Valley Medical Center
2000 Eoff St.
Wheeling, WV 26003
304-234-0123
ovmc-online.com
Our Lady of Holy Cross College
The Roman Catholic Church founded Our Lady of Holy Cross College in 1916 in the urban setting of New Orleans, Louisiana. The private, traditional college is home to more than 1,000 undergraduate students and offers both a two-year Associate of Science and a four-year Bachelor of Science in radiologic technology. The baccalaureate program requires classes in algebra, theology, philosophy, psychology, logic, physics, anatomy, inorganic and organic chemistry and biochemistry. The program also includes one part-time clinical rotation and four, full-time clinical internships, each of which requires students to work 40 hours per week. The college participates in federal and state financial aid programs and grants a limited number of institutional scholarships.
Our Lady of Holy Cross College
4123 Woodland Drive
New Orleans, LA 70131
504-394-7744
olhcc.edu
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