BS in Radiological Sciences

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While students can get started working as an ultrasound tech with an associate’s degree or even just on-the-job training, many employers prefer students who have at least a bachelor’s degree. Getting a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Radiological Sciences can not only help students get a job initially, but it can also help them earn a promotion to work in a managerial or administrative role in their field.

Requirements for Earning a BS in Radiological Sciences

Earning a BS in radiological sciences typically takes about four years, but this can vary depending on how many credit hours students complete every semester. For those who already have a job as an ultrasound tech or in a related field such as medical assistant or laboratory technician, part-time programs, especially those offered online, provide a flexible option for students.

Every BS in radiologic sciences program is slightly different, but they all help students achieve an education in using the technologies involved in radiology and helping doctors diagnose and treat patients. This degree also covers topics relating to management and administration, in order to prepare students for leadership roles in the field. Many programs allow students to choose elective courses related to their specific radiological science area of interest.

A student’s education will likely include:

Classroom learning (online or campus)
Training on different equipment
Clinical hours, where they get a chance to participate in hands-on learning experiences with real patients and real equipment

Further Information About Radiological Sciences

The field of radiology is changing rapidly as researchers develop new treatment options and machines to help ultrasound techs do their jobs. This is a great career area if students are flexible and easily adaptable workers. After students get their BS in this filed, they can start working in their career area or they can choose to get their master’s degree in radiology or a related field to qualify for even more advanced positions.

Bachelor’s Degrees in Radiologic Sciences

Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences: BS in Radiologic Sciences
Pima Medical Institute: BS in Radiologic Sciences

Top Online Health Services Programs

There are multiple educational paths that students can take to become an ultrasound technician or diagnostic medical sonographer. The schools below do not offer ultrasound-specific training, but they do offer medical assisting and other healthcare programs that are closely related. You can request information by clicking on any of the links below.

AS in Health IT	DeVry University — For over 80 years, DeVry University has focused on relevant areas of study, offering associate, bachelor's and master's degree programs and specializations that cover 34 different career fields. Earn your associate degree in Health Information Technology from DeVry University, and prepare to be an HIT leader in contemporary hospitals, physicians' offices, medical clinics, and more. DeVry University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission.
AS in Medical Assisting	Herzing University — With a 45 year history, Herzing University is an accredited university that offers associate, bachelor's, and master's degrees as well as diplomas in over 45 different programs. The AS in Medical Assisting program builds on the online diploma program by incorporating the general education requirements required for this level of degree. Herzing University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
AS in Medical Assisting	Keiser University — Keiser University, founded in 1977, is a private, regionally accredited career university offering certificates, associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees. The AS in Medical Assisting program prepares students to perform medical assisting duties under the direction of a physician or practitioner. Keiser University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
AS in Health Info Mgmt AS in Health Admin	Hodges University — Founded in 1990, Hodges University is one the premier private universities in the State of Florida. The AS in Health Information Management and AS in Health Administration programs, while not ultrasound training programs, do teach students how to use information technology to meet the needs of the healthcare industry. Hodges University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
AAS in Health IT	Rasmussen College — Founded in 1900, Rasmussen College has grown to now include 22 campuses and more than 40 diverse online degree programs where students can choose from many bachelor's and associate's degrees. The AAS in Health Information Technology program prepares students to become health information technicians. Rasmussen College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
BS in Health Services Mgmt	Virginia College — Founded in 1983, Virginia College is a private institution of higher education committed to offering associate degrees, diploma courses, and baccalaureate degrees at over 20 different campuses. The BS in Health Services Management program prepares you for mid-level management positions in health care organizations including hospitals, physician practices, and home health agencies. Virginia is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools.