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TERT - Limited X-Ray Technician

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Effective Start Term

2026-2027

College/School

School of Healthcare

Program Title

Limited X-Ray Technician

Total Program Hours

345

Total Program Credits

10

Total Length of Time to Complete the Program

4-6 months

CIP Code

51.0911

Program Code

TERT

Program Description

In this program, you will be instructed in both the classroom and the laboratory to learn on-the-job skills and then to apply your knowledge in a clinical and/or work setting. Prior to enrolling in this program, you must have an understanding of medical terminology and human anatomy and physiology. Coursework includes learning body positioning and the importance of radiation protection techniques.

Upon program completion, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate x-ray procedures from the top of the skull down to the lower extremities.

• Provide and perform exceptional patient care to their patients, patient families, and coworkers.

• Explain how the x-ray tube works, the physics behind the electrical energy and x-rays, and how x-rays are produced.

• Describe the digital imaging techniques, post processing techniques, and the technical factors that are used for each exam.

Certificates and Licensure

• MTECH Program Certificate in Limited X-Ray Technology

• Students are prepared to sit for the ARRT Limited Scope of Practice in Radiography License Exam

• Students can obtain licensure through DOPL