Radiology 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:
Diploma | Associate's | Bachelor's
Basic X-Ray Machine Operator, Health Care Mgmt, Medical Asst, Medical Clinic Lab Asst, Medical Insurance Billing & Coding, Patient Care Tech
Campus Based Associates Radiology Programs:
Arizona
Programs offered:
Cardiovascular Sonography, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Medical Asst, Pharmacy Technology
California
Programs offered:
Medical Asst, Medical Biller/Office Mgmt, Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Surgical Tech
Programs offered:
Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Medical Admin Specialist, Medical Asst
Programs offered:
Cardiac Sonography, Medical Asst, Radiologic Tech, Sonography/Ultrasound, Vascular Sonography, X-Ray Technician/Medical Asst
Colorado
Programs offered:
Dental Asst, Medical Asst, Insurance Coding & Billing, Practical Nursing, Radiologic Tech, Respiratory Therapy, Surgical Tech
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:
Cardiovascular Tech, Dental Assisting, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Medical Asst, Medical Billing & Coding, Pharmacy Tech, Surgical Tech, Veterinary 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
- Miami
- 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
Kentucky
Programs offered:
Clinical Asst, Clinical Lab Asst, Health Care Reimbursement Specialist, Health Unit Coordinator, Invasive Cardiovascular Tech, Limited Medical Radiography, Medical Admin Asst, Medical Admin Mgmt, Medical Asst, Medical Coding, Medical Lab Science, Medical Massage Therapy, Medical Transcription, Ophthalmic Asst, Phlebotomy, Practical Nursing, Surgical Tech, Radiologic Tech
Programs offered:
Dental Asst, Medical Asst, Medical Coding, Medical Office Asst, Medical Radiography, Phlebotomy, Practical Nursing
Louisiana
Programs offered:
Health Care Asst, Health Care Tech, Massage Therapy, Medical Asst, Medical Office Asst, Radiography Tech, Respiratory Therapy, Surgical Tech
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
New Jersey
Programs offered:
Anesthesia Tech, Cardiovascular Tech, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Medical Asst, Medical Billing & Coding, Pharmacy Tech, Surgical Tech
Programs offered:
Allied Health, Cardiovascular Sonography, Medical Asst, Medical Billing & Coding, Surgical Tech
North Carolina
Programs offered:
Medical Asst, Physical Therapy Asst, Radiologic Tech, Surgical Tech
Ohio
Programs offered:
Cardiovascular Tech, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Medical Asst, Medical Billing & Coding, Pharmacy Tech, Radiography
Oregon
Programs offered:
Dental Asst, Medical Admin Asst, Medical Asst, Medical Asst / Limited X-Ray, Medical Billing & Coding, Pharmacy Tech, Veterinary Asst
Programs offered:
Massage Therapy, Medical Asst w/Limited X-Ray, Medical Claims & Billing, Pharmacy Tech
Tennessee
Programs offered:
Health Science, Medical Assistant, Nuclear Medicine, Pharmaceutical Science, Physician Assistant, Physical Therapist Assistant, Radiography
Texas
Programs offered:
Anesthesia Tech, Cardiovascular Tech, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Medical Asst Specialist, Medical Billing & Coding, Medical Lab Tech, Pharmacy Tech, Surgical Tech
Programs offered:
Medical Asst, Medical Billing & Coding, Pharmacy Tech, Radiography Tech, Surgical Tech
Programs offered:
Dental Asst, Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound, Limited Medical Radiologic Tech, Massage Therapy, Medical Asst, Medical Coding & Billing Specialist, Personal Fitness Trainer, Surgical Tech
Programs offered:
Dental Asst, Medical Asst, Medical Asst w/X-Ray & EKG, Medical Billing & Coding, Pharmacy Tech
Washington
Programs offered:
Dental Asst, Medical Asst, Occupational Therapy Asst, Pharmacy Tech, Radiographer, Respiratory Therapy, Veterinary Asst, Veterinary Tech
Wisconsin
Programs offered:
Cardiovascular Sonography, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Medical Assistant, Medical Billing & Coding, 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.