Advanced Career
Advance Your Career in Radiologic Technology
Additional Pathways
With a Bachelor’s Degree, you may also pursue certification as a:
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Radiology Practitioner Assistant
(Certified through the Certification Board for Radiology Practitioner Assistants – CBRPA)
This role is ideal for professionals interested in expanded clinical responsibilities in collaboration with radiologists.
Hover over each option to learn more or click to explore in detail.
Radiologic Sciences, BS
Full Name
Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences
Experience
No Work Experience Needed (most institutions)
Estimated Tuition
$30,000 - $40,000
Duration
48 Months
Admission Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Satisfactory Completion of Pre-requisite Courses in Biology, Human Anatomy & Physiology, Physics, English, Math, Psychology and Introduction to Radiologic Technology. More Pre-requisite Courses Typically Needed than Associate Degree Pre-requisites
- Minimum Overall Cumulative Grade Point Average (2.0 to 3.0) and/or Grade of C or Higher for Individual Prerequisite Courses and/or Minimum Overall GPA for Rad Tech Prerequisite Courses as Determined by Some Schools
- Observation of ~20 hours or More in a Radiology Department or Employment/Volunteer Experience in Radiology Department at a Hospital Needed for Some Schools
- Passing HESI Admission Assessment or Completion of Allied Health Entrance (TEAS) Test as Determined by Some Institutions
- Online Programs Require Students to Submit Documentation of Active ARRT Registry Status
Institutions
Radiologic Sciences, MS
Full Name
Master of Science in Radiologic Sciences
Experience
Work Experience Needed
Estimated Tuition
~$15,000
Duration
48 Months
Admission Requirements
- Requires Bachelor’s Degree
- Active Credentials in Medical Imaging/Radiation Therapy
- Completion of Undergraduate Statistics or Research Course for Some Schools
Institutions
- Northwestern State University of Louisiana View
Advanced Career Options
Associate/Bachelor's Degree (Bachelor's Preferred)
- Radiology Administrator
- Educator/Faculty
- Applications Specialist
- Quality Assurance Specialist
Bachelor's Degree
- Radiology Practitioner Assistant (Certification Board for Radiology Practitioner Assistants)
Master's Degree
- Education and Administration Roles
- Radiologist Assistant (ARRT Exam)
Do you have partial college credits/work experience? Try HEAL-Navigator to see what steps you need to take to become a sonographer.
