Radiology Technician Program

Students seeking a certificate or degree in the radiology technician program at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center 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 Texas colleges that offer radiology technician program.

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University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

Also known as UT Southwestern

2600 S 1st St, Temple, TX

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center is a public school that has a fair number of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Dallas, TX, in a predominantly urban area. Approximately two thousand students are enrolled yearly at UTSWMC.

Students may pick from a few areas of study, including:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Psychology
• Engineering

Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay approximately $6,900 and out-of-state residents pay $20,000 per year. This school may help with costs by offering financial aid for students who qualify as scholarships, grants, and loans.

For a complete list of areas of study, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at www.utsouthwestern.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Radiology Technician Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center has offered the following programs for students:

• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (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

• Killeen-Temple, TX
  • Total Employment: 320
  • Average Hourly Rate: $26.16
  • Average Annual Salary: $54420

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