Radiology Technologist Schools and Careers in Ohio

Ohio’s colleges and universities offer a variety of programs in radiologic technology, from general radiologic technology to specialized fields like mammography, sonography, and radiation therapy. As an alternative to traditional classroom-based study, you may find that online radiology schools are a more suitable option for your scheduling needs. Read about the difference between radiology technologists and radiology technicians. Keep reading this page to find further information about radiologic technologist and technician schools in Ohio, including a table of rad tech programs, student reviews, and information about potential career paths for radiologic techs.

Quick Facts

• There are 30 not-for-profit colleges and universities with radiologic technology degree programs in Ohio.¹
• 15 schools offer a certificate program in radiologic science.¹
• 28 schools offer an associate’s degree in radiologic science.¹
• 10 schools offer a bachelor’s degree in radiologic science.¹
• 1 school offers a master’s or advanced degree in radiologic science.¹
• 23 schools have medical imaging programs accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).²
• 13 schools have medical imaging programs accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).³
• 3 schools have medical imaging programs accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology (JRCNMT).⁴

Table of Contents

• Ohio Medical Imaging Schools Comparison
• Select Schools in Ohio with RT Programs
• How to Become an RT in Ohio
• Ohio RT Salary and Job Outlook
• Student Reviews

Ohio Medical Imaging Schools Comparison

We have designed the following table to allow you to easily compare all the not-for-profit radiologic technology and medical imaging programs in Ohio on a variety of factors. You should check with the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) to ensure that the program you are considering will meet licensure requirements.

• — indicates none.
• N.Av. indicates no data available.

Select Schools in Ohio with Radiology Technologist Degree Programs

Central Ohio Technical College

Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) offers an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Radiologic Science Technology that typically takes two years to complete with full-time study. Students also have the option to complete the program in three years with part-time study. COTC maintains two fully-equipped radiology laboratories so that students can practice using digital imaging equipment right on campus. Additionally, students participate in multiple clinical rotations at a variety of local radiology departments. Sample courses in the radiologic technology curriculum at COTC include Medical Terminology; Human Anatomy and Physiology; Radiation Physics; and Radiologic Anatomy and Positioning. Upon graduation from the program, students will be prepared to pass the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) examination and will possess the skills necessary to be effective communicators and critical thinkers while working as clinically competent radiologic technologists.

Columbus State Community College

The radiography program at Columbus State Community College (CSCC) prepares competent clinical radiographers with a lifelong appreciation for learning, critical thinking, and compassionate care. CSCC’s two-year Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Medical Imaging uses both classroom-based and clinical education. The curriculum includes courses in general radiography as well as specialized areas such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), and vascular interventional radiography (VIR). The academic program includes the following courses: Radiographic Processes, Medical Terminology, Radiographic Exposure, Digital Imaging, Sectional Anatomy, and Radiographic Pathology. There are 73 total credit hours in the program. The program begins in the summer quarter of each year and admission is highly competitive.

Kent State University at Salem

Kent State University at Salem (Kent State Salem) offers an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Radiologic Technology. The program combines classroom-based courses and hospital-based clinical experiences for a total of 71 semester credit hours. By the end of the program, students will be prepared to pass the ARRT examination and enter the professional world of clinical radiologic technology. The AAS program is designed to produce competent clinical professionals equipped with a liberal arts education that will broaden their critical thinking skills, ethical framework, and views of service and care to the community. For students who wish to further their education in more specialized practice areas, the Salem campus also offers a Bachelor of Radiologic and Imaging Sciences Technology (BRIT). Bachelor’s degree students may focus their area of study in computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), diagnostic medical sonography (DMS), nuclear medicine technology (NMT), or radiation therapy (RTH).

University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College

Students at the University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College (UCBA) can earn an Bachelor of Radiologic and Imaging Sciences Technology (BRIT). The full-time, accelerated three-year program includes both classroom and clinical learning on a year-round schedule. Students take professionally-focused classes that include Anatomy and Physiology; Radiographic Image Analysis; Human Sectional Anatomy; Radiographic Pathology; and Issues in Radiologic Technology. Students complete the clinical aspect of their program through UCBA partnerships with local health centers such as Bethesda North Hospital, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, Mercy Hospital Mount Airy, University of Cincinnati Surgical Center, and Veteran Affairs Medical Center.

Washington State College of Ohio

Washington State College of Ohio (WSCO), in cooperation with Marietta Memorial Hospital, affords students the opportunity to earn an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Radiologic Technology. Students in the two-year program complete all radiology technology coursework on campus at the community college while fulfilling clinical rotation requirements at one of several affiliated medical facilities, including Marietta Memorial Hospital, Selby General Hospital, and Camden Clark Medical Center. Program participants typically complete general education requirements prior to beginning the radiologic technology program. Once enrolled in the program, students can expect to take courses such as Radiographic Exposure; Special Procedures/Imaging; and Radiobiology, Radiation Protection, and Pathology. Prospective students are strongly encouraged to apply as early as possible during the admissions window. Graduates of the program are eligible to sit for the ARRT certification exam.

How to Become a Radiology Technologist in Ohio

Radiologic technologists in Ohio must be licensed by the Ohio Department of Health (ODH). The ODH recognizes the following licenses and primary practice areas: Radiographer, Nuclear Medicine Technologist, and Radiation Therapist. Though the process varies slightly depending on the license, in general, applicants must:

1. Complete a diploma, certificate, or degree in their chosen modality. It’s wise to ensure that the program you choose is accredited.
2. Pass the required exam. Most license types in Ohio require candidates to pass the ARRT exam, though other exams may be required. For example, prospective nuclear medicine technologists should plan to take the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) exam.
3. Submit an application. The ODH provides application materials for each license type on its website; applicants can also complete the process online.
4. Receive your license. Applicants can check the status of their application online at any time.
5. Consider earning national certification. National certification, which is voluntary, is offered by the ARRT for radiologic technologists who qualify. Read more about this option on our schools page.
6. Complete continuing education. All radiographers in Ohio are required to complete continuing education to renew their licenses. The hours required may vary by license type.

Prospective limited scope x-ray technicians may apply for the General X-ray Machine Operator (GXMO) credential. To qualify, candidates must complete an education program approved by the ODH. Candidates must next apply to the ODH. Approved candidates will be supplied with instructions on registering for and taking the appropriate credentialing exam. Candidates who pass the exam may be issued a license.

Ohio Radiology Tech Salary and Job Outlook

Radiologic tech employment in Ohio is projected to increase by 6.4% in the decade ending in 2030, with 710 projected annual job openings per year (including replacements).⁵ This is somewhat lower than the projected national job growth rate of 8.6% for rad techs over the same time period.⁵ With an estimated 10,130 radiologic technologists and technicians employed in the state, job prospects are expected to be stable for radiology techs in Ohio.⁶ On average, Ohio radiologic technologists and technicians earn $64,300 per year.⁶ Although the BLS does not provide employment data for limited scope x-ray technicians, technicians typically earn less than radiologic technologists due to the lower educational requirements and scope of responsibility. Well-known hospitals and medical centers that hire radiologic technologists in Ohio include Cleveland Clinic, University Hospitals Case Medical Center, and Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Radiology technologists and technicians in Ohio can also consider job opportunities at local and regional imaging centers such as Advantage Diagnostics, Premier Health, Kent Imaging, and Mercy Health.

Ohio Radiologic Technologist Salary by Metro Area

Student Reviews

Note: Student Reviews are based on the experiences of a few individuals and it is unlikely that you will have similar results. Please review the “Data, Student Reviews and Other Information” section in our Terms of Use and Disclaimers.

University of Cincinnati Blue Ash
9555 Plainfield Rd
Blue Ash, OH 45236
(513) 745-5600
https://www.ucblueash.edu/

Student Review: “Concerning my experience in the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Radiologic Technology at the University of Cincinnati Blue Ash, I thoroughly enjoyed its rigorous curriculum and its very hands-on, practical focus on clinical applications and my professional development as a radiographer albeit its access to online and hybrid courses was at times lacking; however, I spent 40 or more hours every week in labs, hospitals, and clinics shadowing and observing and performing in a limited capacity as a student radiographer. Within the department itself and the allied health community-at-large, there was a strong sense of camaraderie, acceptance, and inclusion particularly for being a minority male in a largely female cohort with mostly female professors. Speaking of the admissions process, not only did I have to interview, but I had to complete intensive pre-requisite courses at both the University of Cincinnati McMicken College of Arts and Sciences and through the Allied Health Department at the University of Cincinnati Blue Ash. Overall, the professors and advisors were leaders in our field and locally. It is an excellent program in which I earned my degree and certification and I now have full-time employment at my local hospital.”
-Student at University of Cincinnati Blue Ash

Washington State College of Ohio
710 Colegate Dr
Marietta, OH 45750
(740) 374-8716
https://www.wsco.edu/

Student Review: “After medical school, I decided that what I really wanted to do was take x-rays for a living, so I left residency and applied to Washington State College of Ohio’s radiologic technology program. It was a very good experience and well worth the two years of work and tuition. The class size was relatively small, only ten, and the teachers were able to give excellent one-on-one tutelage both in class and in the hospital x-ray suites. The college was affiliated with four hospitals where we got lots of hands-on experience: Marietta Memorial, Selby General, St. Joseph’s, and Camden Clark Memorial. Tuition was very reasonable which was good because at this point in my academic career, I had maxed out my federal aid. I formed lasting friendships with my classmates while we studied, commuted, and spent our spare time together. The campus facilities at WSCO were very accommodating: plenty of parking, short walks to classes, and comfortable classrooms and study areas. The staff at the affiliated hospitals were quite friendly and coached us on how to take superior radiographic images. The only drawback was the commute: the campus was not very close to two of the hospitals. But this inconvenience was minor.”
-Student at Washington State College of Ohio

References:
1. National Center for Education Statistics College Navigator: https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/
2. Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology Program Effectiveness Data: https://www.jrcert.org/program-effectiveness-data/
3. Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs: https://www.caahep.org/students/find-an-accredited-program
4. Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology: https://www.jrcnmt.org/programs/
5. Projections Central Long Term Occupational Projections: https://projectionscentral.org/Projections/LongTerm
6. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wages, Radiologic Technologists and Technicians: https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes292034.htm
7. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Metropolitan and Nonmetropolitan Area Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates: https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oessrcma.htm