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Radiologic Technology

Students in radiologic technology acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to utilize radiation in disease diagnosis under the supervision of a physician. This program integrates academic learning with practical instruction, laboratory work, and supervised clinical training to equip students for careers as radiologic technologists. 

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Degree Description

Students in radiologic technology acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to utilize radiation in disease diagnosis under the supervision of a physician. This program integrates academic learning with practical instruction, laboratory work, and supervised clinical training to equip students for careers as radiologic technologists. Coursework covers patient care, radiographic anatomy and positioning, radiation safety and effects, X-ray generation, radiographic pathology, and advancements in X-ray technology. Students also gain practical experience in patient care, problem-solving, and effective communication within healthcare teams.

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Application Process

1. Complete Western Dakota Technical College Admissions Application
2. Complete the ACCUPLACER test ($15 fee)
3. Schedule your Admissions Advising Session
4. Provide an official copy of a High School transcript or GED scores. If you graduated from an international high school, you must submit your transcript to Educational Credential Evaluators to determine U.S. equivalence.
5. Submit Immunization Records verifying two doses of MMR vaccinations
6. Once you receive your acceptance letter, schedule a time to register for classes

The ACCUPLACER test will be waived if you have an ACT sub-score of 18 or better in English, Math, and Reading. To waive the ACCUPLACER with SAT scores a student will need a 500 on the MATH subsection of ACT and a composite of 970 to waive Writing and Reading. To place into MATH 114 a student will need a 520 on the MATH subsection.  

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Please call Admissions at (605) 718-2565 to schedule an appointment.

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Career Description

Radiology involves the application of radiation to create detailed images of bones, organs, tissues, and vessels within the human body. The accuracy and clarity of these images are crucial for diagnosing and treating patients. The Radiologic Technology Program teaches you to blend technological expertise with compassionate patient care in healthcare settings. Apart from the radiology department, you'll gain experience in diverse areas like emergency rooms, intensive care units, surgical suites, outpatient imaging centers, and doctor’s offices. Graduates can choose to train in advanced modalities such as computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, mammography, and bone densitometry.

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Licensure and Certification

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After Earning Your Degree

A radiologic technologist is a healthcare professional who primarily creates images of patients' bodies using medical equipment to aid in diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries. Radiologic technologists constitute the third-largest group of healthcare professionals, following physicians and nurses. As of May 2023, the average wage in South Dakota was reported as $63,590 by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Meet Your Faculty

Western Dakota Technical College has a low student-to-faculty ratio, meaning more one-on-one learning. Individual attention from your professor can make your college experience more fulfilling.


Financial Aid

Continuing your education is crucial and Western Dakota Technical College wants to make sure that any student who wants to attend school, has the opportunity to do so. For this reason, WDTC is dedicated to administering the U.S. Department of Education’s Title IV Financial Assistance Program fair and consistently to anyone who needs it.

Build Dakota Scholarships

The Build Dakota Scholarship at Western Dakota Technical College will pay all your tuition and fees and prepare you for a career that is in-demand and growing in South Dakota. Build Dakota Scholarships will be awarded to students entering high-need workforce programs at South Dakota’s technical institutes to fill the state’s technical careers with skilled professionals.


Student Housing

Finding affordable housing during school can be a challenge for students. Western Dakota Technical College currently does not have on-campus housing, but partners with a Rapid City VRBO to offer a limited number of apartments for full-time students in the fall and spring semesters.


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Child Care

Finding child care during school is a challenge for many students. Western Dakota Technical College currently does not offer on-campus child care, but here are some resources that may help you in your search.

Youth & Family Services is an organization dedicated to helping children in Western South Dakota. They offer a variety of services, including child care at multiple locations.

The Y of Rapid City offers child care and other services.

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