Radiology Technician Program

Students seeking a certificate or degree in the radiology technician program at Indiana University – South Bend 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 Indiana colleges that offer radiology technician program.

The Radiology Technician program at Indiana University – South Bend is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology since 1993.

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Indiana University – South Bend (IUSB)

2300 S Washington St, Kokomo, IN

Indiana University - South Bend is a public school that has a large number of majors available for students to choose from. The school is located in South Bend, Indiana, in a predominantly urban area. IUSB has a yearly student enrollment of nearly 8,600.

Students may choose from many areas of study, including:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Education
• Communications And Journalism

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Students may provide either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions at IUSB. A score in a range of 1260 - 1570 on the SAT, or 19 - 23 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. An estimated 70% of all students that applied were accepted at this school, with 57% of those accepted choosing to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.

The tuition at this school varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $7,200 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $19,000 annually. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus for a cost of $7,300 annually. Indiana University - South Bend may offer financial aid for students that are eligible in the form of grants and loans.

IUSB participates in sports through the NAIA's Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conf in Basketball.

Students who would like to view more about Indiana University - South Bend can check out their website at http://iusb.edu/.

Students Enrolled in the Radiology Technician Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. IUSB offers a bachelor'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

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

• Kokomo, IN
  • Total Employment: 50
  • Average Hourly Rate: $26.41
  • Average Annual Salary: $54920

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