Kent State University at Salem provides programs for students pursuing careers in radiology.
The Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology (A.A.S.) degree, the Associate of Technical Study degree in Radiologic Technology (A.T.S) and the Bachelor of Radiologic and Imaging Sciences (BRIT) degrees offer concentrations in Computed Tomography (CT), Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Radiation Therapy (RTH).
These programs provide the academic and clinical education to meet national certification examination requirements by the ARRT or ARDMS. The BRIT degree can provide additional education enhancing career opportunities. All programs achieve average passage rates on the national certification exams that exceed national averages.
At Kent State Salem, you can complete all of your classes with the guidance from our experienced faculty. The Salem Campus features radiology and sonography labs that provide students with clinical skills needed for rotations at clinical education settings at area healthcare facilities.
Accreditation of the radiologic technology and radiation therapy programs are provided by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) and the Ohio Department of Health (ODH)
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Radiology Information Sessions are offered from October to January that explain both degree options.
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Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Radiologic and MRI Technologists,
at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/radiologic-technologists.htm (visited November 28, 2023).
The four concentrations available within the BRIT degree are:
Computed Tomography (CT) is an x-ray imaging technique that uses a computer to produce images of the body to show detailed anatomy and pathology.
The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (DMS) provides patient services using medical ultrasound (high frequency sound waves that produce images of internal structures).
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a diagnostic technique that uses a strong magnetic field, radio waves and a computer to generate detailed, sectional images of human anatomy.
A Radiation Therapist is a health care professional who administers therapeutic doses of radiation to cancer patients by using specialized high energy treatment units.