Students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in radiology and radiologic technology, or completing a radiography program learn how to use advanced medical technology. These programs train them to produce diagnostic images and provide competent patient care.

Radiology students looking to further their careers in medical imaging may pursue certifications from schools that offer magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) programs.  Schools that offer MRI technology programs produce technologists and technicians who operate MRI scanners to create diagnostic images(1). Jobs in MRI technology are specialized, as they are a subspecialty of radiologic technology.

Radiologists are doctors trained in medicine, technology, and diagnostic radiology. They diagnose and treat diseases using various medical imaging methods.

Radiation therapist schools are institutions that provide educational programs in radiation therapy or radiation oncology.

A radiation technology school teaches students how to operate imaging machines so they can assist doctors in diagnosing and treating patients with various health conditions.