Radiology

Radiology Schools in Nebraska

Radiology workers play a significant role in the health care industry. Typically, they capture images using sophisticated equipment to detect and diagnose diseases and illnesses. The following jobs may be found in hospitals, outpatient centers, diagnostic imaging centers, and doctor’s offices:

Nebraska Schools with Radiology Programs

Below is list of a few schools that offer at least one radiology-related or radiology program in Nebraska, according to the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). Request information directly from the schools, making sure to find out about course offerings, when classes start, online classes, financial aid options and more.

  • CHI Health School of Radiologic Technology (Omaha)
  • Northeast Community College (Norfolk)
  • Southeast Community College Area (Lincoln)
  • Regional West Medical Center School of Radiologic Technology (Scottsbluff)

How to Become a Radiologic Technologist in Nebraska

To become a radiologic technologist in Nebraska, you’ll likely need some post secondary education, as well as a state license. Here’s how to become a radiologic technologist in Nebraska:

  1. Earn a high school diploma: This is standard. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) recommends students take classes in math and science, such as statistics, physics, anatomy, biology, chem, physiology, and other related courses.
  2. Earn an associate degree: The Associate of Applied Science degree is common among radiologic technologists, and it’s important to make sure your program has been accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).
  3. Get licensed or certified in the Nebraska: Search Nebraska’s website for more details on requirements, or check out the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) to find out how to earn certification.

It could possibly help to get in touch with someone who currently works in radiology for firsthand feedback about the career in the state.

Radiology Salary in Nebraska

Careers in radiology are diverse, and as you might expect, wages for radiology jobs can vary from state to state. Here are some figures showing what salary radiology workers might expect in Nebraska, according to the BLS:

CareerTotal EmploymentAnnual Mean Wage
Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians49049,810
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers53063,170
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists15066,400
Nuclear Medicine Technologists13070,160
Radiologic Technologists1,53052,210

Source: 2017 Occupational Employment Statistics and 2016-26 Employment Projections, Bureau of Labor Statistics, BLS.gov; 2016-26 State Occupational Projections, Projections Central, projectionscentral.com

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