LEARN ABOUT THE PROFESSION

Are you interested in the medical field? Do you want to help people be healthy? Do you enjoy solving problems and learning continuously? If you answered yes to these questions, then you might want to consider a career the radiologic sciences.

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WHAT DO MEDICAL IMAGING AND RADIATION THERAPY PROFESSIONALS DO?

Medical imaging and radiation therapy professionals are the third-largest group of health care professionals in the nation. Learn more about what they do and where they work. 

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WHAT TYPES OF CREDENTIALS CAN I EARN THROUGH ARRT?

We’re proud to offer three types of credentials—Imaging Assistant, Registered Technologist, and Registered Radiologist Assistant—some of which can be earned in a variety of disciplines and through different pathways.

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WHERE IN THE WORLD DO ARRT REGISTRANTS WORK? 

How many radiographers are there in Alabama? How many MRI techs are in Wyoming? Check out credential statistics to see the number of ARRT credentials held by our registrants by location and discipline.

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WHERE CAN I LEARN MORE ABOUT CAREERS?

Professional societies are a great resource for learning more about careers. We've listed some of the most well-known organizations to help you get started. 

LEARN MORE

Learn more about how ARRT Certification and Registration can help advance your career in medical imaging or radiation therapy.