Radlogy Associates Degree
A radiology associates degree is the most common route to becoming a Radiologic Technologist, Ultrasound Technician, or Nuclear Medicine Technologist. An associates degree in radiology will provide you with a solid educational foundation in the fundamentals of radiology and will prepare you for certification. In addition, a radiology associates degree will make you a competitive candidate for jobs and will set a solid foundation for further educational development in radiology.
A radiology associates degree typically takes two years to complete and many can be accomplished without disruption to your current job. Most programs include classes such as anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology, then a series of core radiology courses consisting of patient positioning, radiology technology, radiation safety, and case studies. Almost all programs have a hands on component where you will get a chance to take the classroom knowledge and apply it to real situations in the field. Use the links below to request information from schools offering associates degrees in radiology.
Online / Distance Programs (may require prior clinical radiography experience):
Bachelor's | Master's
Addiction Counseling, Health Care Admin, Health Care Mgmt, Health Sciences - Professional Development & Advanced Patient Care, Medical Imaging Sciences, Respiratory Care
Campus Based Radiology Programs:
Florida
Programs offered:
Massage Therapy, Medical Asst, Medical Insurance Billing & Coding, Pharmacy Tech, Radiologic Tech, Surgical Tech
Programs offered:
Dental Asst, Medical Assistant, Medical Billing & Coding, Medical/Clinical Lab Asst, Patient Care Technician, Pharmacy Technician, X-Ray
Programs offered:
Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Radiologic Sciences
Programs offered:
Dental Asst, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Medical Asst, Medical Billing & Coding, Pharmacy Tech, Surgical Tech
Programs offered:
Diagnostic Ultrasound Tech, Medical Assisting Admin, Medical Assisting Tech, Respiratory Therapy
Programs offered:
Diagnostic General Sonography
- Tallahassee
- Daytona Beach
- Fort Lauderdale
- Jacksonville
- Kendall
- Lakeland
- Melbourne
- Orlando
- Sarasota
- Tampa
- West Palm Beach
Programs offered:
Health Science, Health Services Admin, Health Svcs Mgmt, Medical Asst, Nursing, Radiologic Tech
Programs offered:
Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography, Diagnostic General Sonography
Illinois
Programs offered:
Clinical Lab Science, Health Care Ethics, Perfusion Tech, Respiratory Therapy, Vascular Ultrasound
Programs offered:
Cardiovascular Sonography, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Health Info Mgmt, Medical Assistant
Minnesota
Programs offered:
Dental Hygienist, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Histotechnology, Medical Asst, Medical Lab Tech, Medical Technology, Radiation Therapy, Radiologic Tech, Veterinary Tech
Missouri
Programs offered:
Advanced Clinical Modalities, Healthcare Mgmt, Health Services Admin, Medical Assisting, Practical Nursing, Radiologic Tech, Surgical Tech
Programs offered:
Cardiovascular Sonography, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Emergency Medical Services, Health Care Admin, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Medical Asst, Polysomnography, Radiography, Radiologic Sciences, Respiratory Therapy, Veterinary Tech
North Carolina
Programs offered:
Medical Asst, Physical Therapy Asst, Radiologic Tech, Surgical Tech
Tennessee
Programs offered:
Health Science, Medical Assistant, Nuclear Medicine, Pharmaceutical Science, Physician Assistant, Physical Therapist Assistant, Radiography
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Radiology Associates Degree FAQ's
How long does it take to finish an associates degree in radiology?
Associates degrees in radiology take approximately two years.
Are there any prerequisites?
Many schools prefer students who have taken math and science courses in high school; however, do not assume that you are not eligible if you have limited math and science education.
What kind of radiology courses will I be taking?
- anatomy and physiology
- medical terminology
- radiographic procedures
- patient positioning
- radiation safety
- radiographic pathology
- clinical education
Will there be any real life training?
Yes, almost all radiology programs offer on the job training or job shadowing with a radiologic technologist
Will the radiology associates degree program prepare me for the ARRT exam?
Yes, radiology associate's degree programs will prepare you for the ARRT exam.
What kinds of radiology jobs can I get with an associates degree in radiology?
You can expect to get a job as a Radiologic Technologist once you have received your associates degree and passed the ARRT exam. Usually as a beginner, you will perform basic x-rays unless you have received a certificate for other duties such as CT tech or MRI technician.
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