Radiography question..what's the difference between university based and hospital based?

Question

I have started my PreReqs at a university to become a x-ray tech. I have been informed you may also become qualified to do this at a local hospital. When I first heard of this, I thought why should I work 2-3 years at a hospital without getting Paid??
But now I realize, I have to take PreReqs for two years then get into Radiography program for 2more, which you must attend CLINCALS--which are--working at a hosptal without getting Paid!!!
My Question is are there any advantages for a person to go to school for 4 years....instead getting qualified at a hospital in 2-3 years??
Also, Does the hospital program allow you to move up and be a MRI, or ULTRsound Tech..without a Bacholars..because thats what I really want to do??

Answer 1

A university costs more. The only benefit to getting a degree is if you want to go into management someday. You don't become a better tech because you have a degree. MRI can be learned on the job; ultrasound requires more schooling.