Radiography - Bridge Associate Degree Program
Program Type
Associate
Delivery Method
Online
Course Length
Approximately
20 Months
Program Objective
This associate degree program is designed for limited-scope radiologic professionals who are ready to continue their education and transition into a full-scope radiologic technologist by earning their American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification. This course is delivered online and features an in person clinical externship during the student’s last semester.
Students in the Online Radiography – Bridge program will learn the personal traits and professional skills to work as a full-scope radiologic technologist. Classes cover anatomy, physiology, pathology, methods of patient care, proper positioning, exposure techniques, medical terminology and communication.
Taught by expert instructors, course content applies directly to real-world scenarios, students will gain the knowledge and training needed to advance their career in radiography.
In order to be eligible for consideration, online radiography program applicants must:
(1.) Document graduation from one of the following:
- A United States military radiography program
- An approved or licensed limited-scope radiography program
- A JRCERT-accredited radiography program
- A foreign program in radiography
(2.) Submit official transcripts documenting grades of C or better. Course work must include the following:
- Radiographic positioning, exposure/techniques, physics, protection and medical terminology
- Documentation of a minimum of 1,599 hours of clinical experience in radiography gained through education and/or employment
- Experience gained through employment that is verified by an ARRT-registered radiologic technologist, supervising physician or another suitable representative
- Documentation verified by a supervisor from a foreign entity, which will be considered on an individual basis
- Current professional credentials for the person(s) verifying the employment experience(s) must be included
- All candidates must document a satisfactory variety of exams in their clinical background
This program includes a 16-week American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registry review course that prepares you for the ARRT registry exam. Graduates of the program from this school are eligible to apply to take the radiography certification exam offered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Careers in Radiography
What Are My Career Opportunities in Radiography?
What Are My Career Opportunities in Radiography?
This associate degree program will prepare graduates to apply their skills in a variety of environments, such as:
- Hospitals
- Physicians’ offices
- Clinic or diagnostic imaging center
- Outpatient care centers
Job Outlook
Job Outlook
As the population grows older, there will be an increase in medical conditions that require imaging as a tool for making diagnoses.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the overall employment of radiologic and MRI technologists is projected to grow from 2019 to 2029.
Continued Education
Continued Education
At Pima Medical Institute, we offer an online Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences. This degree gives ARRT-licensed professionals the skills needed to move up within their field, with the flexibility of virtual instruction. Work on your degree anywhere, anytime.
When you’re a Pima Medical Institute student, you get access to our Career Services team—here for you when you need extra help with finding the right job opportunities, building a resume, strengthening your interview skills or just looking for general guidance.
Clinical Externships
At Pima Medical Institute, most programs allow students to work in their field through clinical externships—a chance to be mentored by full-time professionals and interface with real patients.
In addition to real-world experience, clinical externships offer students resume-worthy opportunities, letters of recommendation from supervisors and sometimes job placement directly after graduation.
Program Outline
Learn more about the courses in this program.
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Transfer Credit
Transfer of Credit (1 medical terminology, 34.5 clinical experience credits)
Semester I
Semester II
Semester III
Semester IV
Semester V
Interested In Starting This Program?
Find out more about our enrollment process, view our How to Apply page.
Success Is Within Reach
We are truly invested in making sure our students succeed.
“My supervisors at work held a position for me, and as soon as I obtained my license, I was promoted to a full-scope radiologic technologist. I love to learn, so I plan to go for my license in mammography and then I hope to return to Pima Medical for my bachelor’s degree. I am so proud of myself and I wish I had done this program earlier. I had such a great experience and it was so worth it!”
Jackeline Jimenez, Radiography – Bridge Graduate
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Disclosures And Accreditations
State Licensure Determination Disclosure
The Radiography – Bridge program is offered via online delivery method. Pima Medical Institute is an approved institution through the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (NC SARA) which allows Pima Medical Institute Tucson to offer distance learning programs to residents of states other than Arizona. Participation in NC SARA does not exempt an institution from state professional licensing requirements.
A student’s physical location is determined at the time of enrollment by submission of government-issued identification as well as a student attestation of their physical location in the enrollment agreement. Students agree to update the institution if their physical location changes. Students are able to notify the institution of a change to their physical location in the Pima Medical Institute Student Portal. Prospective students and enrolled students should understand that a change in physical location may adversely impact a student’s ability to complete the program. If a student is planning to relocate he or she is required to discuss this with the Student Services Coordinator and/or Program Director.
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