Advance Your Career in Radiologic Technology

After gaining experience and advancing into a Senior Radiologic Technologist role, many professionals choose to pursue additional education to unlock new career opportunities in leadership, education, and specialized roles.
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Additional Pathways

With a Bachelor’s Degree, you may also pursue certification as a:

  • 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

  • McNeese State University View
  • Northwestern State University of Louisiana View
  • University of Holy Cross View
  • University of Louisiana at Monroe View
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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
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    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)
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