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Frequently-Asked Questions
- Q. What do Radiographers earn?
A. The national average for entry-level radiographers is $16
per hour.
- Q. Are there job opportunities?
A. Yes. As technology advances and the American population
ages, the demand for radiographers has soared. Opportunities
to advance within the field are expanding as well. Many
radiographers specialize in Mammography, Computed Tomography
(CT Scan), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Cardiovascular
Imaging. Some radiographers will continue their education
to specialize in Ultrasound, Radiation Therapy, and Nuclear
Medicine. There are also career opportunities in management,
education, and Picture Archiving and Communications Administrators.
- Q. What are the prerequisites?
A. Prerequisite courses include Anatomy and Physiology I. CPR
certification from the American Heart Association or American
Red Cross is also required.
- Q. How do I start the application process?
A. You need to first attend a Pre-admission Conference. (See
the link, Pre-Admission Confrences, for dates, times, and
location).
- Q. How long is the course?
A. The Radiography Program is a two year course which spans
5 consecutive semesters, this includes a summer semester. A
new class starts in the Fall semester of each year. Attendance
is required for each semester.
- Q. I am 50 years old, would my age hinder me from being
accepted into the program?
A. No, there is no age limit to the program.
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