Radiology Technician Program

Students seeking a certificate or degree in the radiology technician program at NHTI – Concord’s 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 New Hampshire colleges that offer radiology technician program.

The Radiology Technician program at NHTI – Concord’s Community College is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology since 1971.

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NHTI – Concord’s Community College (NHTI)

17 High Street, Plymouth, NH

About
NHTI - Concord's Community College, located in Concord, New Hampshire, was founded in 1965 and was known as New Hampshire Technical College. The school has grown over the years, adding more programs and expanding its facilities, resulting in a name change in 2008 to reflect the school past and current focus: NHTI - Concord's Community College. The school is located in the center of the state's capital, serving over 4500 students, both credit and noncredit, annually. The school is dedicated to providing students with an excellent education, and has a history of upgrading programs, services and facilities in order to meet changing community needs and standards.

Academics
NHTI - Concord's Community College offers a variety of programs that result in an associate degree, certificate or diploma. Students will be able to choose the program of study that best suits one's career or academic goals. Career and technical programs provide students with an education in a given field, providing the knowledge, training, and skills, necessary to operate as a professional in that field. Programs typically take between one and two years to complete, resulting in an associate degree, certificate, or diploma. Students enrolled in such a program will participate in experience building practical courses alongside more traditional educational courses. Graduates may seek employment immediately after graduation, though some fields may require certification or licensure.

Academic transfer programs are designed to facilitate the transfer to a four year institution after the completion of the freshman and sophomore years of a bachelors degree. Transfer to a public New Hampshire college or university is made easier through agreements in place with KCTCS schools. Students wishing to transfer to a private or out of state school should meet with a counselor to outline a curriculum that best meet that school or schools transfer requirements.

Programs of study include:

• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Early Childhood Education
• Nursing
• Addiction Counseling

Additionally, the school offers a number of short programs, distance learning options, and continuing education courses that allow students to pursue additional educational opportunities through flexible schedules or for professional necessity. Students enrolled in individual courses or in short programs are generally ineligible for financial aid.

Admissions and Financial Aid
As an open enrollment institution, applicants who meet NHTI - Concord's Community College's minimum requirements for admission may enroll upon submission of the application. Students must supply  previous transcripts and standardized test scores. Additionally, new students are encouraged to participate in orientation and meet with an academic counselor. Registration for courses starts prior to the each semester with tuition due shortly thereafter.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must obtain a Federal PIN and submit a completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the resulting student aid report (SAR) from which will be used to determine a student's financial needs, program eligibility and monetary awards. Students must reapply for financial aid prior to the start of each academic year, and may be required to provide additional information to ensure the accuracy of the SAR before the disbursement of funds may take place.

Students Enrolled in the Radiology Technician Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. NHTI – Concord’s Community College has offered the following program levels for students:

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• 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

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

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