Medical Radiography Program
Medical Radiographer jobs expected to increase 17% by 2018!*
Become a Medical Radiographer by attending our Medical Radiography associate degree program and be at the heart of helping medical professionals identify a vast range of medical illnesses and conditions. From broken bones to heart problems, the medical radiographer provides the pictures needed to diagnose illnesses. As the radiographer, it is your responsibility to help patients understand this diagnostic imaging process, as well as to get them physically prepared by positioning their body so that needed images can be captured correctly. You will learn to use diagnostic level radiation and instrumentation to obtain these important images of the human body. Once these images are received and brought to the attention of a physician to be interpreted, a patient can enter into a healing process.
Students enrolled in our Medical Radiography program receive the pertinent hands-on training and experience needed to be successful in a position as an entry-level medical radiographer. Perhaps you have seen similar programs offered; here are just a few reasons why you should consider Carrington College’s Medical Radiography program:
- Students receive valuable skills and training through a blend of formal classroom instruction and hands-on, practical learning.
- Graduates of the Medical Radiography program are eligible to apply to take the national certification exam.
- Instructors provide knowledge, support and an understanding of the modern techniques and instruments used in the medical radiography profession.
Medical Radiography: The diagnosis is clear – this is an exciting, growing field
Our Medical Radiography program teaches students the skills and knowledge needed to perform routine entry-level radiographic procedures in a professional setting. The combined educational program of classroom instruction and hands-on training gives Carrington graduates the experience needed to help them prepare for a career as a radiographer in this specialized field.
Once students successfully complete the Carrington College Medical Radiography degree program, they should have the skills and the confidence to:
- Ensure proper patient positioning
- Administer the correct drugs and prepare chemical mixtures to assist in the imaging process.
- Follow physician’s specific orders to ensure proper exposure for optimum film resolution, and minimal radiation exposure for both patients and co-workers.
- Correctly utilize the radiographic imaging equipment for direct, thorough results.
- Demonstrate proficiency in critical thinking and information management.
Medical Radiography: Picture yourself in this growing field
The U.S. population is simultaneously growing and aging. Both of these events increase the demand for diagnostic imaging. For instance, the aging process breeds increased incidents of illness and injury. These events create a need for medical radiographers. That’s why the U.S. Bureau of Labor & Statistics forecasts that employment of Radiologic Technologists is expected to increase by about 17% from 2008 to 2018, faster than the average for If all occupations. If you can picture yourself in this exciting, thriving and growing career field, don’t hesitate to talk to a Carrington College Admissions Representative. Put your future in your hands now. Why wait?
The Medical Radiography program is available at our Phoenix Westside campus, and culminates in an Associate of Science degree in Medical Radiography. The program is also available at our Spokane, WA campus, where it culminates in an Associate of Occupational Studies degree in Medical Radiography. Note that graduates of the program at both campuses must then pass the certification examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
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Carrington College prepares students to take appropriate certification and licensure exams related to their individual majors. The College does not guarantee students will successfully pass these exams or be certified or licensed as a result of completing the program.
*U.S. BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition.