It s not easy to do the class work, spend 24 hours a week at the clinical site, and then do homework, she said. Students at SPJC work at seven clinical sites, spending two semesters in the first year on site, and three semesters during the second year. Upon graduation from the two-year radiography program, students are prepared to sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists board exam, which is the national credential. Another option is to study for Advanced Technical Certificates in specialties within the field. These include sonography, magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography, cardiovascular interventional technology, radiation therapy and nuclear medicine.
Students know that they can do more than just take x-rays.
With advanced training they can branch out in many directions, she said.