Taking X-rays is one of the main responsibilities of a radiographer.
A variety of colleges, universities, and some hospitals offer educational programs for radiography. Programs vary in length based upon what type of degree or certification the student is earning. Some programs may provide only certification while others may result in an associate or bachelor's degree. Students studying radiography train to become certified or registered radiologic technologists, also known as radiographers. There are programs in Pennsylvania that offer all levels of radiography training.
Abington Memorial Hospital School of Radiologic Technology
The School of Radiologic Technology, located in Willow Grove, is a hospital-based educational program. Students work alongside imaging professionals in a hospital setting. Aside from Abington Memorial Hospital, students are also able to participate in clinical rotations at Doylestown Hospital. The program has an articulation agreement with Gwynedd-Mercy College, which allows students to pursue an associate or bachelor's degree.
Abington Memorial Hospital School of Radiologic Technology
2500 Maryland Road
Willow Grove, PA 19090
215-481-5526
amh.org
Community College of Allegheny County
At the Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC), students can pursue an Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology degree. Classes for the program take place on the Boyce campus in Monroeville. Students will acquire the necessary knowledge and clinical experience they need to gain certification.
Community College of Allegheny County
Boyce Campus
595 Beatty Road
Monroeville, PA
15146-1396
724-325-6614
ccac.edu
Drexel University
Drexel University, located in Philadelphia, offers students the opportunity to earn an Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology. The 21-month long program allows students to learn in a classroom setting and through supervised clinical practicum. Students are eligible to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification exam upon graduation.
Drexel University
Bellet Building
1505 Race St.
Philadelphia, PA 19102
800-2-DREXEL
drexel.edu
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Students enrolled in the Pennsylvania College of Technology radiography program will learn to become a registered medical radiographer. Along with classroom instruction, students will also participate in clinical learning experiences at affiliated hospitals. Through an articulation agreement with the University of Findlay, students have the option to further their education and earn a bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
Pennsylvania College of Technology
1 College Ave.
Williamsport, PA 17701
570-326-3716
pct.edu
Sanford-Brown Institute--Pittsburgh
At the Sanford-Brown Institute of Pittsburgh, students can earn an Associate of Specialized Technology Degree in Radiography. The curriculum involves lecture, imaging laboratory and clinical experience. Students should be able to seek entry-level employment as radiographers upon graduation.
Sanford-Brown Institute--Pittsburgh
421 Seventh Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
412-281-2600
sanfordbrown.edu
University of Pennsylvania Health System -- Radiology Technologist Program
The University of Pennsylvania Medical Center sponsors the program for radiological technologist. It is a full-time program that is equally balanced between classroom and clinical coursework. Students are able to acquire college credits while enrolled in the program through an agreement with Widener University. Upon successful completion of the program, students may choose to enroll for an MRI or CT technologist internship.
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Department of Radiology
3400 Spruce St.
Donner Building
Philadelphia, PA 19104
215-662-7825
uphs.upenn.edu
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