Radiologic Technology (Transfer)

Bellingham Technical College ETPL
If you enjoy working with people in a medical setting, you should check out the Radiologic Technology program at BTC! BTC's programs in Allied Health are geared for students with an interest in health, wellness, and medical fields. Choose this program to prepare for a rewarding career as a radiologic technologist. You'll learn the latest technologies used in the field and gain skills that are in demand by hospitals, imaging centers, and clinics.
Visit the program website BTC Outreach Outreach, Advising, & Counseling Outreach, Advising, & Counseling (360) 752-8345 ext. outreach@btc.edu

Financial information

Total tuition

$19,600.00

Total required fees

$0.00

Books and supplies

$0.00

Locations

Bellingham

Instructional methods

Online, E-learning, or Distance Learning

Is this program offered on evenings and weekends?

No

Program details

21 Months

Length of training

Associate

Award type

151

Credits

N/A

Clock Hours

Additional details

Award name

AAS-T

Education Prerequisites

No Selection

Prerequisite courses and other requirements

A completed college admissions application and placement in English and Math. BTC uses a Guided Self-Placement process to help you choose the best starting point for your English and Math courses. Your selections will determine whether you begin with program coursework or complete prerequisites classes first. To get started or for help determining your English and math placement, contact the Outreach department at Outreach@btc.edu. Students must be 18 years of age or older to begin program core courses. Prior to applying to the program students complete all prerequisite courses at BTC or complete the transcript evaluation process for courses taken at another institution. All courses must be 5 quarter credits or 3 semester credits, except RT 100. Completion of the following courses with a minimum grade of 3.0 (B) or higher in each course: Human A&P 1 (BIOL& 241), Human A&P 2 (BIOL& 242), English Composition 1 (ENGL& 101) or English Composition 2 (ENGL& 102), Math in Society (MATH& 107) or any MATH course from the AAS-T alternative course list will be accepted, Introduction to Chemistry (CHEM& 121) or General Chemistry with Lab I (CHEM& 161), Introduction of Radiologic Technology (RT 100). Completion of the following courses with a minimum grade of 2.0 (C) or higher in each course: Interpersonal Communication (CMST& 210) or Public Speaking (CMST& 220), General Psychology (PSYC& 100), General Biology with Lab (BIOL& 160), Fundamentals of Medical Terminology (HT 100) Nursing and Allied Health students must obtain a criminal background check through Complio/American DataBank. Students who test positive for THC (marijuana, including prescription marijuana) will not be allowed entrance to Nursing and Allied Health programs with clinical components.

Is this program approved to train veterans?

Yes

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

Certification/license test preparation provided

Employment performance results

Program type

Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist

Completion rate

49%

Employment rate

90%

Typical (median) hourly earnings

$33.74

Typical (median) annual earnings

$68,361.00

Top industries for graduates

Program type

Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist

Healthcare and Social Services

78%

Administrative Support

8%

Professional, Scientific, Technical Services

7%

Other Industries

7%

Student characteristics

Enrollment
Number of students completing the program
82
Completion rate
49%
Average number of students who completed each year
27
Gender
Male
23%
Female
77%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
0%
Asian
6%
Black or African American
3%
Hispanic
15%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
68%
Multi-racial
7%
Other
1%
Age
Under 20
4%
20 to 29
52%
30 to 39
29%
40 to 49
10%
50 and over
5%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
7%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
24%
Some college experience, but no degree
20%
Certificate or AA
41%
BA or higher
7%