Radiologic Technology

Radiologic Technology

Welcome

If you are looking for a career that combines advanced technology, patient care, and long-term stability, Radiologic Technology may be the path you have been searching for.

Radiologic Technologists play a vital role in modern health care.  Using sophisticated imaging equipment, they help physicians diagnose injuries and disease, guide treatment decisions, and improve patient outcomes.  This is a profession where technical expertise meets meaningful, hands-on patient care.

Pending approval from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) and the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), the Radiologic Technology Program is planned to begin in Fall 2026.

A Program Built for Today’s Learners

This program is designed for individuals who want a career with purpose and upward mobility—whether you are entering health care for the first time or transitioning from another field. Our curriculum will combine rigorous classroom instruction with extensive clinical experience to prepare graduates for immediate entry into the workforce.

Students can expect:

  • Training with current imaging technology and equipment
  • Hands-on clinical education in real health care settings
  • Instruction from experienced faculty committed to student success
  • Preparation for certification and career advancement opportunities

Your Future Starts Here

A career in Radiologic Technology offers purpose, flexibility, and opportunity.  If you are ready to step into a profession that is respected, rewarding, and essential to patient care, we invite you to explore our program.

Welcome to the next step in your future.

Program of Study

  • Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Radiologic Technology

Program Information

Mission Statement:

Temple College’s Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology degree provides graduates with the knowledge and technical skills to meet the requirements of a workforce-ready entry-level radiographer.  The program develops imaging professionals who competently provide imaging services with professionalism, integrity, empathy, and compassion.

Goals and Student Learning Outcomes

Goal 1: Students will demonstrate clinical competence.

  • Students will perform routine diagnostic imaging procedures.
  • Students will perform image critique and assess image quality.

Goal 2: Students will apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

  • Students will adapt to non-routine patient and situational conditions.
  • Students will troubleshoot imaging equipment and take corrective action.

Goal 3: Students will communicate.

  • Students will demonstrate the ability to communicate orally.
  • Students will demonstrate written communication.

Goal 4: Students will demonstrate professionalism.

  • Students will understand the ARRT Standards of Ethics and act in the best interest of the patient.
  • Students will demonstrate teamwork.

Upon successful completion of the AAS in Radiologic Technology, students will be able to:

  1. Meet the clinical requirements of an entry-level radiographer.
  2. Use best practices to accurately identify patients and verify the correctness of imaging orders.
  3. Identify emergency situations and respond with the proper degree of urgency.
  4. Ensure patient privacy and maintain a safe environment.
  5. Provide relevant patient education that is within the profession’s scope of practice.
  6. Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior in the best interest of the patient.
  7. Consistently apply radiation protection principles to minimize radiation exposure to patients, family, staff, team members, and self.
  8. Provide effective and timely communication with patients, family, and healthcare providers.
  9. Efficiently operate diagnostic, fluoroscopic, and mobile equipment.
  10. Competently perform imaging procedures within the profession’s scope of practice.
  11. Apply professional knowledge, experience, and critical thinking to optimize imaging efficacy.
  12. Assess image quality and take corrective action as needed.
  13. Consult with ordering providers and make recommendations as appropriate.
  14. Collaborate with imaging modalities and ancillary departments to improve patient outcomes and decrease service delays.
  15. Promote the awareness of radiologic technology and the vital role it plays in the diagnostic process.

At this time, the Radiologic Technology Program is not yet accepting applications.  Pending required approvals, the program is planned to begin in Fall 2026.

We plan to offer Information Sessions in the future to share details about the program, admissions requirements, and next steps.  Dates have not yet been scheduled.  Please check back for updates as additional information becomes available.

Radiologic Technologists in Texas typically earn competitive wages, with many positions offering annual salaries ranging from approximately $60,000 to over $100,000, depending on experience, location, and clinical responsibilities.  In urban, high-demand areas such as Austin and the surrounding Central Texas region, average compensation often falls at the upper end of this range. Indeed listing for Radiologic Technologist

The demand for Radiologic Technologists remains favorable.  Across the United States, employment of radiologic and MRI technologists is projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations over the coming decade, driven by ongoing needs for diagnostic imaging in hospitals, clinics, and outpatient care centers. Bureau of Labor Statistics

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