You will typically be required to earn an associate degree and obtain licensure to become a medical radiographer, sometimes called an X-ray technician, in most states. Employers tend to prefer hiring candidates who are certified.3
The Medical Radiography degree program at Carrington College includes a combination of class lectures, clinical exercises, and practical training. Coursework includes covering topics such as radiographic procedures, patient care, pathology, and quality control.
General education courses that more broadly apply to this career are taught, including focuses on mathematics, computer literacy, and English writing and composition.