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Opportunities

Opportunities are many and varied. Graduates are needed to fill the demands of many hospitals and clinics providing patient services around the clock. 

With experience, the career of a radiographer can advance in various directions...

  • Advanced Technology
  • Supervision/Management
  • Education/Research

Other Modalities of Radiologic Technology

  • Computed Tomography (CT)
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
  • Mammography
  • Bone Densitometry
  • Radiation Therapy Technology
  • Diagnostic Medical Sonography
  • Nuclear Medicine Technology
  • Quality Assurance
  • PACS Administrator

In a variety of settings...

  • Hospital
  • Clinic
  • Private Office
  • College/University
  • Industrial Laboratory
  • Experimental Laboratory
  • Commercial Sales

Salaries for the entry-level radiographer are competitive with other health professionals with similar educational backgrounds.

A unique partnership exists between Eastern Kentucky University and Bluegrass Community and Technical College.  In 2001, BCTC and EKU began a process of establishing opportunities for graduates of BCTC to continue their education at EKU.  Opportunities for BCTC graduates to earn a BS degree in either Health Education or Health Services Administration.

Opportunities also exist between Morehead State University and KCTCS.  Morehead offers BS degree with a focus in advance technology. 

The University of Kentucky offers a baccalaureate degree in Clinical Leadership and Management for experienced health care professionals to gain education and skills in management.

BCTC offers the Microsoft Certified Systems Management courses.  Students can couple these courses and radiography degree program to become a PACS administrator.