Radiology Technician Program

Students seeking a certificate or degree in the radiology technician program at Cambridge Institute of Health & Technology 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 Colorado colleges that offer radiology technician program.

Cambridge Institute of Health & Technology

1401 19th St, Denver, CO

Cambridge Institute of Allied Health & Technology is housed in a 10,700 square foot facility conveniently located on State Road 436 just a half mile south of Interstate 4 in Altamonte Springs, Florida. Cambridge Institute of Allied Health & Technology is one block from Florida Hospital in Altamonte Springs and directly across the street from the Altamonte Mall.  There are restaurants, shops, banks and medical facilities within walking distance of the institution. Convenient access to public transportation is available. This third floor location has elevator access as well as stairways, and houses seven (7) learning areas including a medical lab and a computer lab. There is a reception center, student break area, conference room, and media center available as well as eleven (11) administrative offices. Our facility is in compliance with ADA Standards providing disabled parking, restrooms and elevator access to visitors and students who require such accommodations.

Each classroom in the Orlando campus has been outfitted with seating conducive to learning, and educational technology that enhances the student's academic experience. The medical lab contains three hospital beds and furnishings necessary to facilitate patient care interventions. Additionally, a medical examination table is stationed in the lab to provide training in medical office patient preparation procedures. Medical equipment, diagnostic machines and supplies are also housed in the medical laboratory. The computer lab is designed to facilitate skills development in general office software applications, medical office operations software and electronic records management (e-files). All computers have Internet access and access to electronic libraries of healthcare data.

The x ray classroom contains an energized x ray lab area where students in related programs will have access to hands on training in x-ray procedures.

The media center houses volumes of books, references, texts, magazines and journals for the supplemental enhancement of every student's academic experience. Online libraries can be accessed through computer stations housed in the media center. A circulation desk provides students access to staff to assist in research and general information about the campus operations.

Cambridge Institute of Allied Health & Technology has designed its medical training schools to provide a quality academic experience for every student, which is at the heart of our mission. We aim provide a student centered academic experience that will accelerate learning and career preparation for every student.

Students Enrolled in the Radiology Technician Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Cambridge Institute of Health & Technology 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

• Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
  • Total Employment: 140
  • Average Hourly Rate: $41.41
  • Average Annual Salary: $86120

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

• Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $31.04
  • Average Annual Salary: $64570

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