Which one requires LESS SCHOOL...nursing/RN or radiology technician?

Question

Im leaning more towards radiology tech,but want to know which one is more difficult (school-wise).I know to become an RN you need a degree,but do you need one for LPN too or just a certificate.For radiology tech,what exactly do you need to earn?Whats the easiest program i can find that can help me become one?Is there a way i can go part-time and not full-time b/c i need to work at the same time also?

Answer 1

There aren't any "easy" radiologic technology programs. After you get your prereqs, school is 2 years, 40 hours per week.

I recommend spending at least a day job shadowing at a hospital. We do a lot more than just x-ray bones.

You can find information in the Student Recruitment area here: https://www.asrt.org/Content/educators/_educatorsstudents.aspx

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

Answer 2

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Answer 3

LPN and RN will require degrees, LPN just require an associate usually. If you are concerned with which is easier when it comes to coursework, I would go for the radiology tech. Check around at your local community colleges for radiology tech programs. You will have to contact the specific school you are interested in to find out if you can attend part time, most schools will allow that.

The national average for pay for a radiology technologist is ~45K (see link below). Type in your zip code to get a more accurate salary. My local community college offers a program that takes about 2 years to get this degree. Try not to focus on the "easiest" program, find one that has a good reputation. Nothing is worse than spending the time and money on a degree and not being able to find a job afterwards. Ask the college what their placement ratio is and if they help you find a job. Good luck!!!

Answer 4

radiology technician is easier I think than an RN. You may not be in the area, but I know of a school that offers both programs, if you want to just reasearch them. www.baker.edu I'm a nursing student at Baker. Very hard to get in and very challenging material, but very worth it.
Radiology students at my school don't have as many requirements, and it's easier to get into their program, but rad techs do so much less than nurses do.
LPNs clean up peoples poo all day, i would recommend being a full nurse.
School is very demanding of your time. I had to quit working, but some people still work, though I don't know how.
Message me if you want to know more

Answer 5

Radiology technician can be earned like an LPN, all you need is a certificate... most school offer part time... it all depends on the state you are in...

Answer 6

There are alot of RN degrees that can be taken online.

(Unviersity of Central Florida, for example)

Radiology technician requires more classroom attendance.

You still have to "attend" class online for the online programs, but it seems easier to work when you can rather than having a set hour each week.