How do you become an X-Ray tech?
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I am in California. I had to attend a community college for about 2 years, taking courses in such subjects as anatomy, physiology, biology, medical terminology, computers. Then I had to apply to and be accepted to an accredited program. When I applied, there were 200 applicants for 6 spaces. The radiologic technology program was a full time program with both classroom education and clinical or hands on training. This program was 2 years in length and over 40 hours a week. Then I had to take and pass my licensing examinations for both national and state registries (which you cannot take unless you have been to an approved radiologic technological program). It ended up being a four year process. All states are different. My state (California), Texas and NY are the most strict and require the most training. You can check with your states Department of Health for specific requirements. Good luck.
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yes you should go to school, and then apply at a local hospital.
Radiation Technologist classes and certification are offered at almost any community college in the US
My wife is an x ray tech. She went for two years in milwaukee. Tech school probably. I remember looking at the books she was studying and thinking " holy __ , theres no way my dumb ___ could do this". So anyhoo, GOOD LUCK!!
Hi there, I am currently studying a Bachelor of Medical Radiation (Diagnostic Radiography). The profession usually requires a three-year degree and registration with your national professional body.
Unfortunately, I'm not sure what country you are in, but in Australia, registration is through the Australian Institute of Radiography.
Try doing a course search to find the right course for you. Don't worry if you don't know much about X-Rays, my course started from scratch and I'm sure many others would (I didn't have a clue about physics.)
Radiography is a very interesting field and I wish you all the best! Contact me if you have any further questions.
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