Diploma 

The U.S. Department of Labor projects employment for x-ray technicians to grow faster than average, as employers have reported a need to fill radiologic technologist and technician positions.* In addition, health care employers recognize the importance of a well-run medical back office, and are seeking professionals who understand the procedures and functions of medical facility operations. A Kaplan College education can provide you with the skills necessary to open the door to this potentially rewarding and in-demand career field.

 X-Ray Technician/Medical Assistant Back Office 

The curriculum for the x-ray technician/medical assistant back office program offers training in the fundamentals of becoming an x-ray technician in addition to the clinical theories and procedures of a well-run medical office. Your Kaplan College education combines classroom learning and hands-on clinical experience working with equipment and materials you may encounter on the job. You can prepare to undertake responsibilities such as performing chest, extremity, and torsoskeletal x-ray procedures, and a variety of back office medical assisting tasks.

 Certification Preparation 

This program is also designed to help eligible students prepare for the California State Examination to secure a position as an x-ray technician.†

 Occupational Outcomes 

By earning an X-Ray Technician/Medical Assistant Back Office Diploma, you can seek entry-level positions such as:

  • Back office medical assistant
  • X-ray technician, limited permit
  • Phlebotomist
  • Darkroom technician
  • Back office lab assistant

 

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* Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006–2007 Edition.


†  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.