Radiologists take radiograph images of patients.
Radiologic technologists operate imaging equipment and process radiographs, also known as x-rays. Associate degree and certificate programs are offered at several community colleges across Washington. Once the program is complete, students are eligible to achieve national certification by passing an exam given by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Yakima Valley Community College
Yakima Valley Community College (YVCC) is located in central Washington about 140 miles east of Seattle and 200 miles west of Spokane. Established in 1928, the school offers academic programs and workforce education on two campuses. The Radiologic Science program at YVCC is an eight-quarter sequence of courses qualifying students to take an exam to qualify with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and seek employment in hospitals, clinics and physicians' office. Between 2004 and 2008, 96 percent of YVCC graduates in radiologic technology obtained jobs within six months. Campus housing is available at Yakima Valley Community College at the Student Residence Center.
Yakima Valley Community College
South 16th Avenue & Nob Hill Boulevard
Yakima, WA 98902
509-574-4600
yvcc.edu
Bellevue College
Bellevue College, located east of Seattle, offers an Associate in Arts degree in radiologic technology as well as one certificate of completion and three certificates of accomplishment programs. A certificate of completion requires 16 credits of study and qualifies students to become imaging aides, working to assist imaging technologists in hospitals or clinics. Certificates of accomplishment are available in the specialized areas of vascular interventional imaging, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography imaging (CT scans). To earn an Associate in Arts degree in radiologic technology, students must be admitted to the selective program and complete 101 credits during eight quarters, and must participate in clinical practice.
Bellevue College
3000 Landerholm Circle SE
Bellevue, WA 98007-6484
425-564-1000
bellevuecollege.edu
Tacoma Community College
Tacoma Community College (TCC) offers an Associate in Applied Sciences degree in radiologic science and a certificate of completion program. Graduates are qualified to take the ARRT exam and receive national certification as a Registered Radiologic Technologist. TCC's program is eight quarters of study in diagnostic radiography, and prerequisite courses are required for admission to the program as well as a background check and proof of immunizations. TCC serves nearly 15,000 students in the Tacoma-Pierce County area and offers 52 programs of study.
Tacoma Community College
6501 South 19th Street
Tacoma, WA 98466
253-566-5001
tacomacc.edu
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