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Radiologic Technology Associate in Applied Science Program

Jacksonville, FL

Want to play a critical role in health care? Becoming a radiological technologist allows you to perform x-rays. Physicians use these images to diagnose injuries and illnesses, plan treatments and more.

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  1. Federal financial aid and Veteran/Military benefits are not available at this time. Funding may be available to those who qualify through private lending sources. Concorde does not guarantee eligibility or award level. 

20

Months

82

Credit Hours

120

Lab Hours

1,400

Clinical Hours

Perform the Tests that Help Doctors Treat Patients and Save Lives

  • Learn to perform X-rays in our associate in applied science degree program.
  • Combines classroom study with a clinical practice experience to ensure you apply your skills in the real world. 
  • Complete your degree in as few as 20-months of study. 

Jacksonville Radiologic Technology Associate in Applied Science Degree Program Overview

X-rays are an important part of diagnostic and preventive medicine. The specialists who operate this equipment are known as radiologic technologists—“rad techs” for short—and they make a difference in the lives of patients every single day. If you’re a detail-oriented person who loves working with both machines and people, becoming a rad tech could be the right path for you.

At Concorde Career Institute in Jacksonville, we offer an AAS degree in radiologic technology that equips you with the combination of theoretical knowledge and practical clinical skills you need to perform X-rays safely and accurately. You’ll also learn fundamental principles for recording results, and working effectively with patients—all in as few as 20-months. 

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Discover if training to become a radiologic technologist is right for you. Schedule a private in-person tour or virtual interview with an Jacksonville Campus admissions representative today.

  1. **Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projected national growth in job openings for radiologic and MRI technologists. 2024-2034 https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/radiologic-technologists.htm. Projections are national. Local job market demand may vary.

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Curriculum

  • 82

    Semester Credits

    Associate Degree

    Complete both general education and technical skills as a Radiologic Technologist

  • 20

    Months - Program Length

    Sooner Than You Imagined

    Earn your Associate Degree quicker than you might have imagined possible

  • 120

    Lab Hours

    Applied Radiology Learning

    Leverage theory and general study curriculum in practice through lab work

This program combines general education, science courses and practical imaging skills. After graduation, you will be prepared to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)examination to become a Registered Technologist in Radiography, or RT(R). 

  • Introduction to Radiologic Technology
  • Anatomy & Physiology
  • Positioning I, II and III (with Labs)
  • Patient Care in Radiology
  • Principles of Exposure
  • Radiographic Physics
  • Advanced Imaging
  • Registry Review

The program provides and maintains a supportive learning environment and curriculum that prepares students for entry-level, diagnostic radiographer positions. 

Goal 1: Students will demonstrate clinical competency.

Student Learning Outcomes: 

  • Students will utilize proper positioning skills.
  • Students will obtain radiographs of acceptable diagnostic quality.
  • Students will exercise proper radiation protection. 

Goal 2: Students will develop problem solving and critical thinking skills.

Student Learning Outcomes: 

  • Students will be able to modify standard procedures to accommodate non-routine patient conditions.
  • Students will be able to demonstrate the ability to critique images to determine diagnostic quality.

Goal 3: Students will apply effective communication skills.

Student Learning Outcomes:

  • Students will demonstrate effective oral communication skills.
  • Students will exercise effective written communication skills.

Career Outlook

Demand for Radiologic Technologists

This field is forecast to continue its growth because of an increase in breaks and fractures due to osteoporosis and other medical conditions unique to a growing aging population. Radiologic techs may work at:

Hospitals

Clinics

Private Practices

Group Practices

5%

Projected national job demand for Radiologic Technologists from 2024-2034 

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Projection

Note: Concorde does not guarantee employment or subsequent salary.

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Campus Hours of Operation

  • Monday - Thursday 9 am - 8 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am - 5 pm
  • Saturday 9 am - 1 pm
  • Sunday Closed
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Scholarships

Program is not currently eligible for federal financial aid. Application for federal aid eligibility currently is pending with the U.S. Department of Education.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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The Radiologic Technologist program can be completed in as few as 20 months. Please check with an admissions advisor for program length information.

Contact us to find out when the Radiologic Technology program starts at a Concorde campus location near you.

According to BLS.gov, the Radiologic Technologist job field is projected to grow by 5% through 2024-2034. As the health care industry grows to meet the needs of those with medical conditions correlating to an aging population, such as osteoporosis, the need for Radiologic Technologists is expected to rise.

  1. **Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projected national growth in job openings for radiologic and MRI technologists. 2024-2034 https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/radiologic-technologists.htm. Projections are national. Local job market demand may vary.

Become a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging procedures, such as X-ray examinations, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans and computed tomography (CT) scans. You will be responsible for accurately positioning patients and ensuring that you produce a quality diagnostic image. Plus, work closely with radiologists to interpret medical images to either diagnose or rule out disease or injury.

For program-specific tuition information, please see the campus catalog.

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  1. Program length may be subject to change dependent on transfer credits and course load. Please refer to current course catalog for more information. Concorde does not guarantee admittance, graduation, subsequent employment or salary amount.

  2. Professional certification is not a requirement for graduation, may not be a requirement for employment nor does it guarantee employment.

  3. Financial aid is available to those who qualify but may not be available for all programs. Concorde does not guarantee financial aid or scholarship awards or amounts.

  4. Clinical hour requirements and delivery may vary by campus location and may be subject to change. Concorde does not guarantee clinical site assignments based upon student preference or geographic convenience; nor do clinical experiences guarantee graduation, post-clinical employment or salary outcomes.

  5. Registration and certification requirements for taking and passing these examinations are not controlled by Concorde, but by outside agencies, and are subject to change by the agency without notice. Therefore, Concorde cannot guarantee that graduates will be eligible to take these exams, at all or at any specific time, regardless of their eligibility status upon enrollment.

  6. Externships are a non-paid in-person learning experience, whose length and location may be subject to change. Concorde does not guarantee externship placement, graduation, post-externship employment or salary outcomes.

  7. Virtual externships are a virtual learning experience offered through Concorde’s learning management system. Concorde does not guarantee placement, graduation, post-externship employment or salary outcomes.