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Radiologic Technology:  Overview and Career Information

Radiologic Technology Program Overview

The Radiologic Technology Program begins once a year at the beginning of the fall semester. The radiography curriculum is two years (24 continuous months) in length and graduates are awarded an Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.). Many radiography students choose to complete their general education credits prior to beginning the program courses.

In addition to the classroom coursework, students will also be assigned to clinical settings throughout the region for completion of their clinical courses. Clinical settings range from hospital to clinic settings throughout southwest Minnesota, southeast South Dakota and northwest Iowa. Many clinical settings are within 60 miles of Luverne; however, some sites are up to 120 miles away. Students will be assigned to their clinical setting by the clinical coordinator. Clinical hours will consist of approximately 30-40 hours per week.

Students will rotate between one semester of class followed by a semester of clinicals. While students are in clinicals they will switch between five days a week and four days a week, consisting of 8-hour shifts. They will rotate through up to five clinical sites throughout the duration of the program with the option of one being an evening shift with the hours of 2:00 - 10:00 p.m.

Radiography as a Career

The radiographer assists the radiologist in the diagnosis of illness, disease and injury. As a part of the medical team, the radiographer is involved in traditional x-ray exams, surgery, emergency care, and fluoroscopic examinations. Graduates will find employment opportunities in hospitals, clinics and other healthcare facilities. Currently, the job market is extremely promising, jobs within technical healthcare are growing at a rate much higher than average. A large percentage of our graduates gain employment at our clinical sites.

Learn more:
Katherine Muller, Radiology Program Director
Luverne Center
507-449-2775
katherine.muller@mnwest.edu