X-ray of shoulder performed by a radiologic technician or technologist
A radiology technologist or technician is trained to perform various diagnostic procedures with the use of imaging equipment so that a physician can have a better grasp on the cause of a condition. There are programs throughout the country that provide you with accredited training for a degree in radiologic technology; this will prepare you for certification as well as an entry-level position.
Los Angeles City College
Los Angeles City College offers a radiologic technology program to obtain an Associate of Science degree. This program maintains its accreditation from the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). The program is two years as a full-time student and a commitment is required to complete it as such. Courses are held at the college for classroom and laboratory teaching, while the clinical portion of the program is offered at four medical facilities, including the Good Samaritan Medical Center, St. Vincent Medical Center and two Kaiser Permanente locations, Sunset and West Los Angeles. The clinical portion of the program occurs in the second year and is 36 hours each week for 12 months.
Los Angeles City College
855 North Vermont Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90029
323-953-4000
lacitycollege.edu
Columbus Technical College offers an Associate of Science degree for radiologic technology. This program is also accredited by JRCERT and lasts a total of eight quarter semesters. According to the Columbus Technical College program curriculum, students can expect to begin clinical training during the second semester at an affiliated area clinical site. Students also have the opportunity to be a part of Lambda Nu, which is a nationwide honor society for the sciences of imaging and radiologic technology.
Columbus Technical College
928 Manchester Expressway
Columbus, GA 31904
706-649-1800
columbustech.edu
Lansing Community College
Lansing Community College offers a radiologic technology program for an Associate of Science degree that is accredited by JRCERT since 1975. This program begins in the fall every year and lasts 21 months for a total of five semesters going through the summer. Students are required to complete hands-on clinical training beginning in the second semester and full time in the third semester at one of the nine available clinical sites, or hospitals, affiliated with Lansing Community College. This program accepts a limited number of students; as of March 2010, students that have been accepted can expect to be notified no later than July 4th.
Lansing Community College
515 North Washington Square
Lansing, MI 48933
517-483-1410
lcc.edu
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