Curriculum
As a Radiologic Technologist, your daily tasks vary depending on the kind of environment in which you work. Concorde can prepare you comprehensively for successful entry into the field of radiology through comprehensive technical training.
Classroom-to-career skills training
Coursework emphasizes skills directly transferable to a real-world work setting, including the following focus areas:
- Vital sign checks
- CPR
- Medical terminology
- Positioning
- Anatomy and physiology
Career Outlook
Rad tech jobs are projected to grow at a higher-than-average rate of 9 percent. 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. Find out more about what a career in radiologic technology looks like. *Source: BLS.gov 2018-2028
Where can a radiologic technologist work?
Radiologic technologists are in demand in a variety of job settings, including:
- Hospitals
- Clinics
- Private practices
- Group practices
Financial Aid
As part of our commitment to your success, Concorde ensures that you have access to comprehensive information and guidance in navigating the financial aid process. Concorde offers financial aid and scholarship programs to those who qualify.
Accreditation
Accreditation and licensure are an important part of an academic institution’s operation. Visit our Accreditations and Licensure page for more details about our accreditations and licensure.
For the Aurora campus:
The Radiologic Technology program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), 20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606-3182; 312-704-5300 or mail@jrcert.org; http://www.jrcert.org.
How Long Is The Radiologic Technologist Program at Concorde?
The radiologic technologist program can be completed in as few as 20 months. Please check with an admissions advisor for program length information.
When Does Concorde’s Radiologic Technology Program Start?
Contact us to find out when the Radiologic Technology program starts at a Concorde campus location near you.
What is the radiologic technologist career outlook?
According to BLS.gov, the radiologic technologist job field is projected to grow by 9 percent through 2028. 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.
Why should I become a radiology technologist?
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.
Does Concorde offer radiologic technologist externships?
Concorde incorporates real-world training and off-site clinical experiences in our programs.
How much is tuition for Concorde’s radiologic technology programs?
For program-specific tuition information, please see the campus catalog.
Below you will find campus-specific information about the Radiologic Technologist program.
Aurora Campus
Program Effectiveness Data & Student Learning Outcomes
Program Handbook
Program Mission Statement
