Radiologic Technologists produce images (primarily x-rays) of parts of the human body for use in diagnosing medical problems (injury or disease). They prepare patients for radiologic examinations by explaining the procedure, removing jewelry, and other articles through which x-rays cannot pass, and positioning patients so that parts of the body can be appropriately radiographed. To prevent unnecessary exposure to radiation, these workers surround the exposed area with radiation protection devices, such as lead shields, or limit the size of the x-ray beam. Radiographers position radiographic equipment at the correct angle and height over the appropriate area of a patient’s body. Radiologic Technologists must follow physicians’ orders precisely and conform to regulations concerning the use of radiation to protect themselves, their patients, and their coworkers from unnecessary exposure.
The mission of the CGTC Radiography Program is to provide quality instruction for radiography students that will enable them to benefit and contribute to the economic development of the community. It prepares students for employment in radiologic technology and encourages personal and professional development.
Degrees
Advanced Medical Imaging Degree
Radiologic Technology Associate Degree
Certificates
Computed Tomography Technical Certificate of Credit
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technical Certificate of Credit
Admissions Requirements
CGTC Admissions Requirements
Competitive Selection Requirements
High school diploma/GED required.
Students must be 18 years of age or older.
For Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technical Certificate Programs: Must be a Registered Radiologic Technologist (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
Program Costs
Accreditation Information
Radiologic Technology Degree Program Effectiveness: 
Warner Robins |
Macon
National Comparison Reports: Warner Robins | Macon
Program Goals: Warner Robins | Macon
Employment Outlook
Overall employment of radiologic and MRI technologists is projected to grow 7 percent (16,800 jobs) from 2019 to 2029, faster than the average for all occupations. As the population grows older, there will be an increase in medical conditions that require Medical Imaging as a tool for making diagnoses. Radiologic technologists held about 250,700 jobs in 2019. About 61% of all jobs were in hospitals. Most other jobs were in offices of physicians (14%); medical and diagnostic laboratories, (18%) including diagnostic imaging centers; and outpatient centers (3%). Like other healthcare workers, radiologic technologists may be exposed to infectious diseases. Technologists are often on their feet for long periods and may need to lift or turn patients who are disabled.
Additional Information
Warner Robins Campus Course Sequence
Macon Campus Course Sequence
Clinical Affiliates
The Radiography Program – Warner Robins Campus is affiliated with clinical education settings that are hospital, orthopaedic, and clinical based settings to give our students a complete overview of the career they may encounter upon graduation.
- AppleCare Urgent + Primary Care
- Ortho Georgia Orthopaedic Specialists (Warner Robins)
- Coliseum Medical Center
- Coliseum Northside
- Houston Medical Center
- Middle Georgia Orthopaedic Center
- Navicent Health (The Medical Center of Central Georgia)
- Pavilion Diagnostic Center
- Perry Hospital
- Taylor Regional Hospital
- The Medical Center of Peach County (Navicent Health)
The Radiography Program – Macon Campus is affiliated with clinical education settings that are hospital, orthopaedic, and clinical based settings to give our students a complete overview of the career they may encounter upon graduation.
- Navicent Health (The Medical Center of Central Georgia)
- Coliseum Medical Center
- Coliseum Northside
- Oconee Regional Medical Center
- Monroe County Hospital
- Diagnostics Hardeman
- Ortho Georgia (Northside)
- OrthoGeorgia (Forsyth Street)
- GOTI (Georgia Orthopaedic Trauma Institute)
- Piedmont Orthopaedic Complex
Articulation Agreements
CGTC graduates can take advantage of several local and state-wide articulation agreements to minimize repeating coursework and to facilitate a smooth transfer of earned credits into a four-year college or university.
The Radiologic Technology program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). [Macon Campus last reaffirmed: December 13, 2016] Next comprehensive review is expected no later than 2020; [Warner Robins Campus last reaffirmed August 23, 2016] Next comprehensive review is expected no later than the second quarter of 2024.
