An in-depth knowledge of human anatomy, radiation physics and radiation protection and biology is essential in performing this skill with accuracy and safety. Radiographers work under the supervision of radiologists who interpret the radiographs. Program graduates are predominantly employed by hospitals but are are in demand in clinics and physician offices as well. Curriculum ISU offers both an associate and a bachelor degree option in radiographic science. The associate degree is a 3 year curriculum and the bachelor degree is a 4 year curriculum.
Students apply for admission after completing a prescribed set of prerequisite courses.
The professional curriculum begins in the summer semester. Prerequisite courses include general education courses as well as anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, introduction to computers, introduction to health professions and introduction to the radiologic sciences. To find out more, click on the Radiographic Science button to the left. To continue the Quick Tour of the College of Health Professions, click on the button below.