Radiologic Technologist Career Major - Overview

Radiologic Technologist

Radiologic Technologist
Campus
Health Careers Center
(Springlake Campus)
Career Major Length
2576 hours
Who Can Enroll
Adults
Schedule
M-F 8:00A-2:30P
Fees
In-State Tuition:
$6,440.00
Out-of-State Tuition:
$16,744.00
Book Costs:
$1,708.00
Supplies Costs:
$1,165.00
Average Oklahoma Salary
$20/hour
VA Educational Benefits
Available for those who qualify
Financial Aid
Available for those who qualify
Tuition, fees, career majors, courses and hours are subject to change without notice. Exam fees are nonrefundable.

Students in this major will learn how to perform imaging procedures using ionizing radiation. They will learn appropriate patient care skills as well as radiation protection procedures for their patients, themselves, and others. They will learn to operate a variety of imaging equipment, factors that affect image quality, and criteria for image evaluation. Extensive clinical assignments are included. Upon completion, graduates will satisfy the educational requirements to take the Radiography certification exam provided by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

 

Career Major Length
2576.00Total Hours
Course Title
Hours
Academic Life Skills
15.00
Introduction to Radiologic Science & Health Care
48.00
Ethics and Law in Radiologic Sciences
32.00
Patient Care in Radiologic Sciences
64.00
Pharmacology and Venipuncture
32.00
Radiographic Procedures I
76.00
Image Analysis I
48.00
Principles of Imaging
60.00
Digital Image Acquisition and Display
64.00
Radiation Production and Characteristics
48.00
Radiographic Procedures II
74.00
Image Analysis II
48.00
Imaging Equipment
72.00
Clinical Practice I
645.00
Clinical Practice II
645.00
Radiation Biology
48.00
Radiation Protection
48.00
Advanced Imaging
48.00
Clinical Practice III
199.00
Radiographic Pathology
32.00
Career Preparation for Radiography
16.00
Comprehensive Program Review for Radiography
64.00
Radiologic Procedures III
50.00
Radiologic Procedures IV
100.00

Helpful Attributes and Abilities

  • Good physical and mental health
  • Ability to critically think and problem solve
  • Ability to work well with others
  • Ability to work independently
  • Flexibility to work in various environments
  • Ability to wear a lead apron and stand for long periods of time
  • Ability to adapt to emergency situations

Required Prerequisites

  • High school diploma or GED
  • 18 years of age
  • CPR for Health Care Provider (AHA Course)
  • Associate Degree (which must include 4 or more hours of Anatomy & Physiology; 2-3 hours of Medical Terminology; college algebra for credit; and communication)) OR lack no more than 12 college credit hours from receiving such a degree

Student Organizations

Certifications Available

  • American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) National Certification exam

Industry Accreditations

Metro Tech Accreditations