Finding a certificate program is an important step in becoming an RT.
Radiographers, also known as Radiologic Technologists or RTs, perform a variety of different functions using radiographic equipment, such as performing computed tomography scans, also known as CAT scans, magnetic resonance imagery (MRIs) and X-rays. A well-compensated field, radiology also requires a significant amount of schooling. Finding the radiology certificate program is an important step of your professional training, as you'll likely be spending several years of study, internships and residencies completing this program.
Instructions
Finding a Program
1. Determine your state's license requirements regarding radiologic technologists. Visit the website of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), the leading national examination and certification organization of radiologic technologists. Click on the tab on the left-hand side that says "State Licensing." When the list of states comes up, find your state and click on the link provided in order to find out the specific licensing requirements for your state.
2. Get a list of acceptable radiology certificate programs, which can be found on the website of your state's licensing agency. If your state doesn't license radiologic technicians, you can find radiography training programs on ARRT's website. To do this, click on the tab called "Education/CE" on the left-hand side of the home page, then click on "Primary Certification" followed by "List of Educational Programs."
3. Review the list of approved certificate programs and visit the websites of or otherwise contact the programs you're most interested in.
4. Research the programs you're most interested in, discovering information such as prerequisites, tuition costs, program requirements, distance from home and housing options. It may be worthwhile to tour the medical facilities or campuses that you're most interested in.
5. Double-check that your programs of choice meets your state's requirements before applying.
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