Radiologic techs work with X-ray equipment.
Florida has a number of schools offering radiologic technology training. Radiologic technicians, also called radiographers, use X-ray equipment to make images of bones and tissues in the human body to diagnose fractures, diseases and other medical conditions. Radiologic technologists may also have training in other imaging techniques, including mammography, computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging. Radiologic techs work in hospitals, clinics and other medical facilities, interacting directly with patients and reporting to physicians. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for radiologic techs is projected to grow at least through 2018.
Edison State College
Edison State College in Fort Myers offers a full-time, two-year radiologic technology program including classroom study and clinical lab experience. ECC's curriculum includes equipment operation, anatomy and physiology, proper positioning of patients, radiation safety, image evaluation, medical record keeping, professional communications skills and emergency response. Graduates are prepared to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists national certification exam. ECC's program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Edison State College
8099 College Parkway
Fort Myers, FL 33919-5598
239-489-9239 or 651-687-0048
www.edison.edu
Keiser University
Keiser University offers a two-year associate's degree in radiologic technology at campuses in Daytona Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Jacksonville, Kendall, Lakeland, Melbourne, Orlando, Pembroke Pines, Port St. Lucie, Sarasota, Tallahassee, Tampa and West Palm Beach. Keiser's curriculum includes diagnostic imaging techniques, anatomy and physiology, patient care, radiation safety, communications skills, medical terminology and records, image production and evaluation and clinical rotations. Keiser's program is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Keiser University
1800 Business Park Blvd.
Daytona Beach, FL 32114
386-274-5060 or 888-534-7379
keiseruniversity.edu
MedVance Institute
MedVance Institute's radiologic technology program in West Palm Beach culminates in an occupational associate's degree. MedVance's curriculum includes X-ray equipment operation, image production and interpretation, positioning, physics, standardized radiography procedures and patient care. Students go on to take specialized courses in interventional procedures, sonography, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging and nuclear medicine. MedVance offers financial aid and career placement. This program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
MedVance Institute
1630 South Congress Ave.
Suite 300
Palm Springs, FL 33461
561-304-3466
medvance.edu
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