Houston is home to a number of schools that teach x-ray technology.
In the city of Houston, a small number of colleges and institutions offer training programs in radiologic technology, a field the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts will grow by 17 percent from 2008 through 2018. Accredited by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, these schools provide the training necessary to qualify for the licensing exam necessary for performing x-rays in the state of Texas.
Houston Community College
With more than 36,000 students, Houston Community College is a public two-year institution. The college offers a 24-month associate of applied science degree in radiography for students able to attend classes on a full-time basis during the day only. Before enrolling in the program, students must complete courses in English, mathematics, anatomy and medical terminology. Once in the program, students spend each summer session participating in hands-on clinical rotations in area hospitals. Students also have the option to remain at the school for one additional semester to gain a certificate in computed tomography, another type of radiologic diagnostic test. Federal and state financial aid are available to students.
Houston Community College
3100 Main St.
Houston, TX 77002
(713) 718-2000
hccs.edu
University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Through its MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, the University of Texas offers a three-year bachelor's degree in diagnostic imaging. During their third year, all students have the option to specialize in one area of study, such as computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging and education and management. All students take courses in health care finance, billing and coding, health care trends, ethics, law and pathology. Participation in an internship at locations throughout the Houston area is necessary before graduation. The school participates in state and federal financial aid.
University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
7000 Fannin St.
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 500-4472
uthouston.edu
Harris County Hospital School of Diagnostic Medical Imaging
The Harris County Hospital operates a School of Diagnostic Medical Imaging in Houston. The school's two-year program requires attending classes or working in the hospital five times per week year round. Students study quality control, computer science, pharmacology, physics and x-ray interpretation as part of the required curriculum. Students in the program are permitted to apply for part-time work positions at the hospital as they become available to earn money toward tuition. No other financial aid is available to students in the program.
Harris County Hospital
School of Diagnostic Medical Imaging
9250 Kirby Drive
Suite 1800
Houston, TX 77054
(713) 634-1553
hchdonline.com
Pima Medical Institute
Pima Medical Institute operates branch locations in seven states throughout the western United States and features one Texas branch in the city of Houston. The college's associate degree program in radiography requires two years of study to complete, and students can take a small number of the courses online. During the course of the program, students complete four one-semester externships to gain hands-on experience in the field. The school offers federal financial aid programs as well as campus-based grants and loans. Job placement assistance is available for all students.
Pima Medical Institute
8300 Bissonnet St. # 230
Houston, TX 77074
(713) 778-0778
pmi.edu
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