Radiology Technician Program

Students seeking a certificate or degree in the radiology technician program at North Country 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 York colleges that offer radiology technician program.

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North Country Community College

19 Bank St, Peekskill, NY

Have you ever imagined what is like living and learning in a scenic park?  Studying in North Country Community College will give you that unique great experience.

Proud to be unofficially known as “The College of Essex & Franklin”, it was founded in 1967 with an aim to serve students in the area and in other regions to pursue their personal, professional and educational goals.

If you are interested in taking up Wilderness Recreation Leadership and Environmental Science degree programs, this is the perfect place to be. The College covers a 3,514 square miles service area with beautiful mountains and breathtaking lake.

Did you know that the 1932 and 1980 Olympics take place in Lake Placid? Students enrolled in Sports and Events Management are privileged to practice their learning in local venues.  And if you are into arts and will take up Studio Art, it’s a delight to be a part of its active arts community.

NCCC has received numerous awards over the years. It is the official college of the Olympics during the 1980 Winter Olympics. It ranked 22^nd on the 2010 Washington Monthly’s published list of America’s 50 best community colleges and ranked 1^st in New York state. NCCC is consistent in its ranking 50% above in every category they were evaluated. Washington Monthly commented NCCC outperform not only its fellow community colleges but also many elite 4-year universities.

Enrolling in its degree programs has residency requirements and corresponding tuition fees. An Essex/Franklin or New York state resident student tuition cost is $4,850 per year and a Non-resident student tuition cost is $10,700 per year.

As a student, you’ll receive a progressive and individualized education in the heart of the Adirondack Park in northern New York. NCCC has 3 campuses: Saranac Lake (Main) Campus, Malone Campus and Ticonderoga Campus. This is indeed a place and college like no other to live, learn and grow in a unique educational setting.

Students Enrolled in the Radiology Technician Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. North Country Community College offers an associate's degree program in radiology technician.

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 250
  • Average Hourly Rate: $49.28
  • Average Annual Salary: $102490
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 170
  • Average Hourly Rate: $48.92
  • Average Annual Salary: $101750

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

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.88
  • Average Annual Salary: $70470
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $32.06
  • Average Annual Salary: $66690

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