Radiology Technician Program

Students seeking a certificate or degree in the radiology technician program at Lakeland Community College will focus on radiation treatment for patients of varying backgrounds, learning to administer prescribed courses of radiation treatments and managing patient care for radiation therapy patients. Students who gain a radiology technician degree or certification study courses in radiation biology, radiation oncology procedures and techniques, radiation dosimetry, and go on to employ this knowledge to help patients in need of radiation treatment. Get more details below including other Ohio colleges that offer radiology technician program.

The Radiology Technician program at Lakeland Community College is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology for more than 33 years.

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Lakeland Community College (Lakeland)

391 W Washington St, Painesville, OH

Lakeland Community College was the first college in Ohio founded by a vote of the people in 1967. Located in Kirtland, Ohio, Lakeland has three locations as well as online courses—all striving to provide quality learning opportunities to meet the community’s social and economic needs. Over 12,000 full-time and part-time students attend Lakeland annually, and the average student age is 27. Offering 1032 credit course, 55 degrees, and 95 certificates, Lakeland’s provides transfer modules that provide transferrable credits to colleges and universities all over the country.

Areas of Study:

• Arts and Humanities
• Engineering Technologies
• Mathematics, Natural & Social Science
• Business
• Science and Health Technologies

Lakeland Community College offers special programs to help you succeed your first year, consisting of the Ladder program. Other student services include tutoring, child care, career services, dental clinic, access to the athletic/fitness center, and a variety of clubs and organizations, as well as counseling to help you make realistic educational and occupational decisions.

For Tuition information and upcoming tuition schedules or enroll in a tuition payment plan, visit the Tuition & Fees page to learn more about the programs offered at LCC and upcoming events at the school.

Students Enrolled in the Radiology Technician Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Lakeland has offered the following program levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

Radiation Therapists

Description

Provide radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by a radiologist according to established practices and standards. Duties may include reviewing prescription and diagnosis; acting as liaison with physician and supportive care personnel; preparing equipment, such as immobilization, treatment, and protection devices; and maintaining records, reports, and files. May assist in dosimetry procedures and tumor localization.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, radiation therapists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 14.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Cleveland-Elyria, OH
  • Total Employment: 260
  • Average Hourly Rate: $34.24
  • Average Annual Salary: $71220

Radiologic Technologists

Description

Take x rays and CAT scans or administer nonradioactive materials into patient's blood stream for diagnostic purposes. Includes technologists who specialize in other scanning modalities.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, radiologic technologists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Cleveland-Elyria, OH
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $26.35
  • Average Annual Salary: $54800

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).