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X-ray Certification
Medical Certifications Training ProgramsX-ray technology has helped transform medicine, making it easier for health care practitioners to view inside the body without invasive instruments or equipment. Whether as hardcopies or digital representations, these images help doctors and nurses locate:
  • Broken bones and fractures
  • Obstructions
  • Tumors
  • Anatomical irregularities
  • Inflamed or infected areas
Thereafter, they can use the X-rays to diagnose the problem and pursue the most appropriate course of action, be it surgery, medicine, or therapy.

Within most medical facilities, X-ray technicians and technologists typically supervise the actual image taking by injecting dyes into the patient and placing their subjects in front of the X-ray equipment. Because of the potential risks involved with radiological exposure, many hospitals and medical facilities prefer to hire those with formal training at the diploma, associate's, or bachelor's level. While not always mandatory for certain positions, such X-ray certification can make your career search infinitely easier.

What X-Ray Certification Teaches You

In a standard program, you cover courses such as:
  • Medical terminology
  • Medical ethics
  • Pathology
  • Anatomy
  • Physiology
  • Patient positioning
  • Imaging technology
Thereafter, most aspiring X-ray professionals pursue licensing, as mandated in over 40 separate States. This extra level of certification is to ensure that you understand the Federal safety guidelines governing hazardous materials and equipment.

An impressive number of X-ray professionals also pursue voluntary certification offered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). If you have already completed the State licensing exam, you should be in a good position to complete the ARRT certification since the two processes share much in common. To maintain this certification, however, you must go back for at least twenty-four hours of additional retraining every two years.
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  The Career Institute of American International College

Whether you're looking to get a new job, switch careers or move up in your current job, The Career Institute of American International College has a career-training program that's just right for you. Choose from over 20 job-focused programs in Healthcare, Information Technology, and Digital Media. Classes are offered in the morning, afternoon, and evening to fit in with your busy schedule.

Campus Locations
Braintree, MA Cambridge, MA Woburn, MA
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Certification Training Programs: Medical Clinical Assisting (Including Phlebotomy)
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  Kaplan College

Looking to gain a competitive edge in your career? Kaplan College offers a learning experience that is anything but typical. Our faculty and staff are not just academics—they're seasoned professionals who can give you the real-world knowledge you need to succeed. And we offer a flexible and accelerated schedule designed to meet the needs of your busy life. Our programs are designed to prepare you for success in any of a variety of fields, including Criminal Justice, Health Care, Business, Education, Information Technology, Legal Studies, or Fashion and Design.

Campus Locations
San Diego, CA San Diego (North County), CA
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Certification Training Programs: Certificate: Patient Care Assistant/Technician, Certificate: X-Ray Technician/Back Office Medical Assistant
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  Sanford-Brown College - Cleveland

For over 135 years, Sanford-Brown College has been providing students with the hands-on skills employers are looking for. Some programs of study can be completed in as little as 9 months.

Campus Locations
Cleveland, OH
Certification Training Programs: Cardiovascular Technology
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  Sanford-Brown Institute

How can you turn your love of healthcare into a rewarding career in as little as 9 months? At Sanford-Brown Institute. SBI offers students the skills training they need to pursue a rewarding career in the healthcare field. Short-term programs focus on providing the knowledge you need to get the healthcare career you want. Classes meet days and evenings and are conveniently scheduled for both working and non-working adults. Learn more today.

Campus Locations
Iselin, NJ Garden City, NY White Plains, NY
Trevose, PA
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Certification Training Programs: Cardiovascular Technology
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  Sanford-Brown Institute - Landover

How can you turn your love of healthcare into a rewarding career in as little as 9 months? At Sanford-Brown Institute. SBI offers students the skills training they need to pursue a rewarding career in the healthcare field. Short-term programs focus on providing the knowledge you need to get the healthcare career you want. Classes meet days and evenings and are conveniently scheduled for both working and non-working adults. Learn more today.

Campus Locations
Landover, MD
Certification Training Programs: Cardiovascular Technology
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  Ultimate Medical Academy

Get the hands-on training and credentials you need to enter the rewarding health care field at Ultimate Medical Academy. UMA can help prepare you for a brand new career in as little as seven weeks. We offer experienced and caring staff, flexible day and evening class schedules, internships and job placement assistance. Financial aid is available for qualified students.

Campus Locations
Clearwater, FL
Certification Training Programs: Basic X-ray Program
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