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If you are interested in a career that combines medical knowledge, technology, and patient contact, Kaplan College's radiologic technology program is a great place to start. Radiologic technicians are responsible for taking x-rays and administering non-radioactive materials into patients’ bloodstreams for diagnostic purposes. They explain the procedure to patients, and then position the patient and radiographic equipment to ensure that the parts of the body can be properly imaged. An education from Kaplan College can help prepare you to enter this exciting and expanding career field.

 Radiologic Technology Program 

Radiologic technicians perform diagnostic imaging procedures in hospital diagnostic imaging departments, surgical theaters, emergency rooms, doctor's offices, and other health care settings using fixed and/or portable machines. Our radiologic technology program offers hands-on clinical training and includes instruction in:

  • Systemic and skeletal anatomy, radiographic terminology, and the principles of radiation protection
  • How x-rays are produced and the requirements and design of radiographic, fluoroscopic, mobile, and tomographic equipment
  • Medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and common pathologies of the different systems of the body
  • Responsibilities of the radiographer to patients, other staff members, and the general public

 Certification Preparation 

This program is also designed to help students prepare for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification exam.*

 Occupational Outcomes 

By obtaining a diploma from our radiologic technology program you can seek entry-level positions such as:

  • CT technologist
  • Darkroom technician
  • Mammography technologist
  • Radiologic technologist
  • Radiology technologist aide
  • Special procedures technologist
  • X-ray technician

 

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* However, the College cannot guarantee a student's eligibility either to take this exam or become certified. A student's eligibility may depend on his or her work experience, completion of high school (or its equivalent), not having a criminal record, meeting other licensure or certification requirements, or the program or College itself having appropriate accreditation or licensure. Externship sites may themselves require a criminal background check or medical examination.