Radiologic technologist?

Question

Im very interested in becoming a Radiologic tech, im hoping to go to a 2 year community college, to get an associate degree then start working. after i get into the field i would like to advance my career by getting certified in ct, mri or ultrasound/sonography, and possibly a bachlors sometime down the road. Is this a good field of work? any advice by anyone who has any experience with this career pathway? hows the pay scale? Im a senior in high school and am graduating early in january, so i can have the last semester to work, what are some topics courses i should study during that time to be prepared for college. Thank you for any advice. =]

Answer 1

Here are some good prerequisites:

Elementary and Intermediate Algebra
Human Anatomy/Physiology I
Anatomy and Physiology for Health Care Professionals
English Comp I and II
Speech
Intro to Political Science
Principles of Sociology
Microcomputer Applications
Geometry
Medical Terminology
Physics
Psychology

Pay varies around the country. You can find salary info here: https://www.asrt.org/media/pdf/research/wss2007/wss07annualcompensation.pdf

You can find accredited schools here: http://arrt.org/index.html?content=http://www.arrt.org/nd/listOfSchools.ndm/listSchools&iframe=yes

Answer 2

It's a great field of work! Anything in the medical field is hot right now and will be for many years to come. I have a friend who was a waitress for many years, no degree, went to a rad tech training school and started working right away with good pay. She got more and more training and now managed a private practice making incredible money. Check www.salary.com for your line of work and salary ranges.

Go talk with the local training schools (find one with a great reputation.. just go ask the local hospitals first) and ask them for advice. They will be able to jump start your career!

Good luck!