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Radiologic Technology is a technical science that deals with the use of x-rays for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes in medicine.

The radiologic technologist is responsible for the production of diagnostic images and is also a technical assistant to the radiologist. The technologist plays an important role in the health care environment. As a student radiographer, one learns how to operate x-ray equipment and accessory equipment under the supervision of a radiologist and technologist. Equally important, students learn patient care skills, medical ethics, and communication skills necessary to function as a member of the health care team.

A scientific and technical program, the radiologic technology program strongly encourages students to obtain a strong background in high school sciences (such as biology, chemistry, physics) and math (algebra and geometry.) Keyboarding skills are also recommended.

Careers

A constantly changing profession, Radiologic Technology offers graduates employment in hospitals, clinics, and private offices. Skilled radiographers or radiologic technologists can advance to administrative, teaching, or sales positions as well as specialized modalities within the profession.

Program Curriculum

The Medical Imaging Sciences (MIS) Department at Greenville Technical College offers the following imaging programs: 

Radiologic Technology - associate degree 
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Computed Tomography - certificate 
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Diagnostic Medical Sonography - associate degree 
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging - certificate 
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Mammography - certificate 
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All of the programs in Radiologic Technology require that interested students attend a CareerTalk session for the major of interest.

Accreditation

The Radiologic Technology Program at Greenville Technical College is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (20 N. Wacker Dr., Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606-3182). Graduates earn an associate of applied science degree with a major in radiologic technology and are eligible to challenge the national certification exam offered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Upon successful completion of the program and the certification exam, graduates are eligible for South Carolina certification through the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association.