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How do I get started in Radiology ?

I am a senior in High School and I want to go to college for Radiology.
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Thank you comment icon Do you want to be a tech? Or a radiologist?? Phyllis Sampson

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Luckily for you there is a community college in your own back yard;
Florida State College! The Associate of Science degree is called Radiation Therapy. Please visit this college webpage online all the information below is a sample of course you will need to take for the major.
Anatomy and physiology, radiation biology and safety, oncology and radiation physics
The Associate in Science (A.S.) in Radiation Therapy degree is designed for individuals who wish to become a certified radiation therapist. The radiation therapy program is based on the recommended core curriculum established by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists and enhances the educational experience and employment potential for students in the hospital or freestanding clinic. The radiation therapy program emphasizes, through comprehensive radiation therapist classes, the art and science of treatment delivery to individuals to restore, improve and enhance performance, diminish or eradicate pathology and promote and maintain health.
I hope you have taken Chemistry, Anatomy, Physiology and Math classes in high school.
These are the required courses for the major. Anatomy and physiology, radiation biology and safety, oncology and radiation physics
The Associate in Science (A.S.) in Radiation Therapy degree is designed for individuals who wish to become a certified radiation therapist. The radiation therapy program is based on the recommended core curriculum established by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists and enhances the educational experience and employment potential for students in the hospital or freestanding clinic. The radiation therapy program emphasizes, through comprehensive radiation therapist classes, the art and science of treatment delivery to individuals to restore, improve and enhance performance, diminish or eradicate pathology and promote and maintain health.

University of Florida College of Medicine – Jacksonville has a medical program in radiology technology.
Be patience, persistent and use perseverance to complete your Associate of Science degree in Radiology Tech.

Florida State College does have a transfer agreement with the University of Central Florida
What does that mean? That means you can complete all your college/university general education course and radiological prep ( pre-requisite course at Florida State then when you transfer to the University of Central Florida you possibly can transfer straight into the major of:
Radiologic Technology (B.S.) Statewide Articulation University of Central Florida

Darcel recommends the following next steps:

Many radiology program whether community colleges or university have waiting list and strict GPA and prerequisite requirement.
Best option for Radiology education are public school community colleges and state university. Save time and $$$$
You can get an Associate Science degree in Radiology technology with transferable courses general education and major prep course.
Strive for As' and Bs' in all your community college math, science courses.
Check out Florida State College website for application filing periods. Good luck
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In order to become a radiologist you will require:
Bachelor’s degree (4 years).
Passing the Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT).
4 years of medical school.
USMLE exam.
4 years medicine residency in radiology.

Radiologist Education Requirements
Undergraduate Requirements. Prior to professional school, prospective radiologists complete...
Professional School. Prospective radiologists must complete four years of medical...
Residency and Fellowship. Radiologists must complete a minimum of four years...
Licensing. Like general practitioners,...
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