How do I start my career to be a radiology tech?

SP5 Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 06 Aug 2022 13:23:10 -0400

I’m looking for colleges for radiology that I can attend while in the military to become an radiology tech, or reclassing my MOS of 68J to 68P. Any recommendation on the schools or Can you guys tell me what option is more beneficial?

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 6 at 2022 3:31 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 06 Aug 2022 15:31:55 -0400

Have you tried meeting with an education counselor if you plan on pursuing this job as a civilian?

Response by SGM Bill Frazer made Aug 6 at 2022 5:39 PM

SGM Bill Frazer — Sat, 06 Aug 2022 17:39:56 -0400

Visit the Ed center!

Response by 1LT Cindy Swartz made Aug 12 at 2022 11:59 AM

1LT Cindy Swartz — Fri, 12 Aug 2022 11:59:52 -0400

Of corse contact your base education and/or career counselor If you are looking at being a civilian radiologist, check with the license board in the state you plan to live to make sure your training will transfer for your states license. Also, check with the VA to see what they require. Nothing like getting a degree then having to go back and start over.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 13 at 2023 1:55 PM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 13:55:07 -0500

You will have to do clinical education which will not happen on active duty. Reclass is the best bet. Or get an associate in med science or rad science while you are in. I was a 68p active duty and went to AMU for an associate in med science, and that checked all the boxes to get my civilian licensure. Hope this helps.