im 33 and going to school for Radiology. I thought I was too old to even attempt it. I work for the school district as a custodian and decided to really focus on a long term career I would love. Luckily I can be put on a sub-list to fill in instead of having to look for another job. Awesome knowlege.
I just turned 29 this summer and feel like I’m in a mid life crisis..... I’ve working in ophthalmology for a 1 year now and I honestly don’t see myself doing this for another year.... I’m scared to take the plunge.... I debated between: Dental Hygienist ( for a while and was actually going to consider it ) but after I saw a TH-cam video about a woman who changed careers at almost 30 from dental hygienist to medical student ( after researching this field and more TH-cam videos) ... I decided not to pursue dental. So I narrowed my options to : Medical Sonographer and Rad. tech .... and even though math is not my best subject ( never has been, always struggled with it ...) I don’t know why, but my gut keeps telling me this could rad tech be my career, I just don’t know how or where to start .... 😣😣😣
I watched this video a year ago, when i was applying for schools for radiology. I'm starting my clinicals in 2 months and i just wanted to pop in and say its been a wild but rewarding ride! If anyone here is thinking about becoming an x-ray tech or an RT, DO IT. I had all the doubts too (trust me), but its absolutely doable.
I am 52 years old and thinking about doing the radiologic technician. I want to work part time I just want to do something I enjoy and I think this would be good for me. I don’t have to make 50 bucks an hour with the radiologic technologist do you think it’s a good idea to start this careerat my age
@@alisonbeeler441 hi! First, it’s truly never too late to learn something new! I have people of all age groups in my class, ranging from 19 to 52. Regarding the part time job- I have been able to hold a part time job so far, but I wouldn’t recommend working more than 20 hours a week. Now that I’m about to start clinicals, I have to let that job go since my clinical hours will be 8-5 mon-fri and the place I work is closed on weekends. Luckily I have a freelance typing job on the side to make a little bit of income, but having to quit is something you HAVE to consider if you want to go to school for RT. Also idk what state you live in but the clinic I will be at pays 47/hr for new techs so you can definitely make that 50 you mentioned with extra modalities!
I just turn 30 years old and I want to study for Radiology. I thought I was too old to even attempt going back to school. Watching your videos is motivating me to study this career. I don't have children so I can put in the hours to study!
I just got accepted to start the rad tech program at my college in June, I'm 39 years old. It's never too late to do something with your life, especially with the luxury of not having the responsibility of having children. Do what you enjoy, good luck!
@@CorySands There were 49 applicants, 29 got interviews based on their GPA, 18 got selected based on their interview, those that weren't selected were placed on a wait list in case anyone dropped their classes or changed their mind about the program. Program starts once a year so odds of someone not entering the program after being selected are pretty slim
Just turned 28 years old and my twenties are just so depressing from working a dead end job, going to school/failing to launch a rewarding career, dealing with a dysfunctional family and overall not being able to establish any sense of financial independance. I'm looking at starting the X-Ray/Rad Tech program this fall with encouragement from my uncle who is a nurse and believes in me as I would like to be able to join him in the medical field.
I'm in the same boat of wanting to find a purpose and using my pros for something better than a bottom-of-the-barrel job. I'm 21 and should cut myself some slack but man that feeling of watching others have their life figured out kind of intimidates me haha. there isn't much in life i'm passionate about but seeing people in x tech is the one thing that makes me go "ooo!". so i expect you to take action too and just know that some random dude in washington is rooting for you
This comment really resonates with me. I recently turned 28 as well, and have been working dead end sales jobs for the last decade. Any money I did make I wasted, and I was never truly happy. Got the dysfunctional family too. Started learning about rad tech tonight and am very interested…I actually graduated with my BS in Health Sciences in May and haven’t been able to find a job since, and I’ve now noticed that my local cc has a 2 year rad tech program so I’m gonna get some information and see how it goes. Best of luck to you!!
@@headshotcaptain8389 right on! Did you end up joining the Fall program? If so, how has it been so far? If not, was there anything in particular that turned you off to it?
@@joewhiting I moved forward and signed up for classes this Fall. Taking Human A&P 1 lecture course with the lab component. I only took 2 classes due to having no choice but to work full time, and the rigor of these 2 classes alone is more than enough as it already is. These are the prereqs along with Human A&P 2 lecture with lab that I will take in the spring to be able enter the program here in Florida. Coming from studying Tech previously, these 2 classes are extremely boring and can't belive I have to take the second component of them in the Spring lol. My professors are super helpful/nice but it is definitely info overload to the extreme. I'm having a hard time now more than ever since I recently got into an accident omw home from work, my brother being shot, losing my job and mother was also involved in a car accident last week. I was already super depressed after my toxic ex gf had broken up with me earlier this year.
I never thought about getting into radiology until a couple of days ago I’ve been looking into more videos about it and came across this video. Very informative and helpful with respect to those that are pursuing a career in radiology. Many years ago I wanted to become a nurse and came across many pitfalls that made me loose interest in the program and decided to get into respiratory therapist. I went as far as four semesters into the program and decided to drop because it was not for me. Going into clinicals and seeing first hand the amount of work a respiratory therapist does on a daily basis made me realized I did not want to become one. I found out that I don’t want to deal with medication reminders, I also don’t want to worry about not being on time to give a breathing treatment. Or having to bag a patient who codes blue. I don’t want to deal with injections or cleaning a patient if he or she poops. Or having to run to a code blue call in the hospital. I also found out that hospitals make me sick. I don’t like them. I was willing to do the clinical portion of it for the program, but was not something I would pursue in the future. This is how I started to look more into radiology. I like what they do. I also like the fact that they can work in other places and not just the hospital. They take images all day and don’t have to worry about direct patient care like nurses or respiratory therapist do. I’ve been looking for a career like this just never noticed it or realized it could be for me. I like hands on and like to be on my own. I like doing my job without having people watching me all day. I’m hoping to get into the program this summer. I feel I can do this. I’m ready to start, perhaps I wouldn’t have been ready before, but I’m ready now🙏
Hi! I feel the sameee. I drop out of college in my 2nd year of nursing because it really is not for me. I also hate doing injections because I get nervous everytime someone's looking at me and get little shaky. That's when I tell myself I don't want to be like this in the future because it will just scare my patients and I will lose my job. So I was thinking to shift to radtech cos I also don't want any direct patient care. And less injections but I heard you still have to do injections tho. I guess practice makes perfect. I'll just have to control myself when doing injections.
@@iivychryz I think the only injections you do are for CT Scans when patients need a CT Scan with contrast but you need to be certified to be a CT Scan tech
@@irinamokar5798 bro I have a question Do we Study in four year bachelor in Radiology about all CT scan, MRI , X-ray and Sonography/ultrasound?? Or we will must select only one among CT scan, MRI, X-ray and Sonography/ultrasound at a start of four year bachelor program in Radiology ??? 🙄 Please Answer And if we will only choose one in Radiology, so which one is better and easy among CT scan,MRI,X-ray and Sonography/ ultrasound scan?? Note : My nature is to work in silence and I don't like to hanging with patients too much. 👉And Another Question Which one is better between Radiology and Medical lab technically/clinical laboratory Which one have high job market in world??? 🙄
i’m a freshman in college and with this whole pandemic i’m stressing and overthinking things but after watching your videos i feel more calm and it’s making me more confident that this is the career i wanna do THANK YOU!!!
I graduate on may 16, 2021. I’m registered disability, having ADHD and slower processing speed. I was really lucky to make it through my program. Historically, in my program, students with issues like mine usually get let go or drop out. If your a neuro typical student, you will be fine. If you have testing accommodations needed for any kind of learning disability, you will need to be re-evaluated for your accommodations if your disability documentation is older than 5 years. The ARRT requires documentation no older than 5 years old. I had to get re-evaluated and it cost $1500. Just an FYI
I’m about to be 25 and a MRI student. Almost 1 year left of the program!!! 😇 I know what you mean when you say it comes easier after a while. I never thought I’d be where I’m at rn. But alas… it clicks!
I'll be 34 next month and starting the rad tech program in January 2023. I greatly appreciate these tips! For any of you that are my age or think you are too old to go back to school. You're never too old.
34 & starting in January also! Was going for my RN, but wanting to get away from bedside. “You’re never too old” you’re absolutely right! Best of wishes.
I’m 33 and I’m about 5 months in. I had a massage license before this and that ABSOLUTELY prepares you to go into tech school.. so much anatomy and physiology in massage so it was a great base... I’m actually going to a school that focuses directly on X-ray so I get a LMRT license after my first year and we can make like $20 an hour starting out and then we do a bridge program to get our full RT license and then we can make the big money :)
@@mateoruales9120 I just finished my first year of schooling last week. It was the hardest thing I’ve ever done but I don’t regret it for a single second. It’s a great field and if you are dedicated enough, you will be very successful :)
Sorry for the long videos ya’ll! BELIEVE ME. Tried to shorten this as best I can lol, but I feel like my stories and advice are only gonna help. Positioning tutorials will be coming soon. My 1st year anniversary of being a Registered RT is coming up in 2 weeks, so I wanted to make a video of my experience of my 1st year first. Watch out for that bass drop! 😎 Stay RAD ☢️
Shorter vids bro. Put out vids that you would have wanted to see when you were going through different stages leading up to sitting for boards. And I can do without the visual edits. But keep practicing
I don't know anything about radiology but your delivery is superb! Plus you're giving more value to your audience then that's the most important thing. You keep me glued to your talks! So with or without visuals is fine. More videos cuz! 👏👏👏
@@caciel.o8743 you do have to do biannual continued education credits that get submitted via your ARRT dashboard but thats pretty Minimal studying and you can sign up for certain magazines that have info and quizzes at the end that you mail in for CE or online courses where you can learn about other modalities for continued education credits.
hey man- this is really inspiring. I'm a former firefighter, injured on the job so I couldn't do it anymore. Felt like my purpose was taken from me.. but through some research and meditation I found Rad Tech as something that really interests me and still allows me to help others and be in the medical field. I'm starting my pre-req's in January and pursuing my Associates of Science while I am waitlisted for the RadTech program where I live. I'll probably be between 30-32 when I am finished and it's going to be a long journey but with the support of my wife and hard work as well as having informed, uplifting content like this I know I can do it!
all the programs near me are not starting til 2026 at the earliest, so I am currently getting my LPN and will go from there if I choose to do Rad Tech, or just stay an LPN@@ashleymorris5565
I was considering xray tech, but decided to go into a different program (hard decision). I still watch your videos because you share great tips/advice that ANYONE can find useful! Motivating me to keep going and don't ever quit. Thank you for that your energy is EVERYTHING!! 🙏🏾💛
I’m already in a rad tech program (about 6 months in) and feeling tons of doubt and discouragement! Watching your videos really helps me 😊 Still not totally sure if I’ll stick with it but deep down I want to and hope I do, even if the easier thing is dropping out!
I'm a senior graduate and just applied for radiography for college.I've been watching videos on here trying to help prepare me and get a taste of what it'll be like. Your video has helped and going to watch more.
Also, my programs first year “junior year” we did 2 days class, 2 days clincal. We had 2 summer semesters 5 days a week just clincal for 2 months straight. As “seniors” we do 3 days clinical 2 days class. So total of 1600 clincal hours. While working 2 jobs part time you really just need to work hard for what you want!
@garri b there be like 25 spots most places she probably didnt get lottery'd in that time. mine has about 300 applicants each year, only 25 spots lottery raffle only
i’m from merced and i’m a senior in high school currently, and i really want to pursue being a radiologic technologist. i’m so glad i found your channel!!
Do it! Especially now right out of high school would be the best thing for you! Btw I love your picture ❤️ Artemis and Sailor Moon I'm 30 and grew up on Sailor Moon lol anyways best of luck
I’m so glad there’s someone like you talking about the program! I always see the older videos and wished updated version would pop up and you did that(: thanks for the tips it really helped me get motivated
Old man paramedic here. That squeamish part, do n’t worry about it. I was horribly squeamish and I got past it quickly. You get used to seeing that kind of stuff in that kind of environment. Considering the RT life after I retire from EMS.
Hi x-ray Rey! I just completed my Radiology ARRT Nationals. I am so excited! I appreciate your videos. I’m definitely excited to begin my career as a Rad Tech!
i am 44 years old and I am currently in the program just finished my first semester and I have a full-time job. You are so right about being hard working a full-time job I'm currently struggling because I have no time to study about an hour after class I have to go to work. in my case I have to work, or my bills won't get paid. So far so good on my job working with me as I focus on my future. Thanks for the tips very helpful.
I am new and love your channel. I am a heavy Equpitment technician and for the past 3 years I have been putting off becoming a xray technician. I feel like me coming across your video is a calling. I love this field and I think I am ready to take the steps required to become what I really want to be in life . THANK YOU !
Your videos are great! I am working on getting into the radiology program myself. I am 49 years old and have worked as a technician in a factory for the last 29 years. It's time for something new. I am all signed up and start college in the end of August this year. I believe I own some of this to you and your videos. I was watching one of your videos and really contemplating if I should do this or not. I went out on the porch and prayed to God and asked him to give me a sign if this is the correct thing to do. As soon as the prayer left within me ---- A hummingbird flew up in front of my face and hovered back and forth for what seemed to be around 15 to 20 seconds. Then flew away. Thinking to myself wow! that was cool! I then came in and hit play on one of your videos. I noticed right away you have a yahweh tattoo written in Hebrew. I think to myself wow that is a rare tattoo. I know because I have one almost in the same spot. Then I proceed to hit play and you say (so if your here right now its a message from God) So as you would expect My last day of work is Aug 15> I am going to give this 400% wish me luck
Funny how I found this channel when I just graduated in May from an x-ray program. Took my test in June, officially an RT(R)! Hoping to get a job really soon. Loved the video, really great advice
Whatever program you take make sure it is a accredited program and will be graduating with your fluoroscopy license. You don’t want to graduate as a limited tech. Best programs are community college/university programs. I have been a mri tech for 11 years. Love my job.
Brother, I’m 32, and been working for fedex for the last 11 years of my life. I’m done working for a company that don’t care about there employees. I definitely making a career change and going back to school to become a Radiologist tec.
I’m a senior in high school and I’m thinking about applying for radiology school at my local community college right after I graduate. I’ve been doing some research and watching videos over this field and it seems very interesting!! I hope that it’s well worth it once i get in!!
Alana Starr same ! i’m a senior too and my brothers friends completed this course and they said it wasn’t that hard for them but i’m a very slow person and kind of doubt myself sometimes
I got 3 years left. I was doing audiology but there's jobs around my area so I switch majors . God with me to get threw this and also i wish everyone luck .! May God be with you guys at the end
I got 16 months left till graduation but time flies and I have done at least 200 exams by now, things are starting to become more normal and not so scary. Can't wait till this is my day to day job and achieve my goals.
28 here, have worked every typical job under the sun, looking for an actual career, leaving home health aid behind. I do have an associates already, but not in anything medical. Seeing the comments here from other people my age and older talking about switching careers made me interested in this. My fear is being able go go back to school as math was never my strong subject, but sciences and history (history science too) were aleays my strongset. Looking at a local program and thinking about a comittment
At 32 I’m very interested in this field as a change to my data analysis career. It’s draining office work and I need to be on my feet helping people. I also like learning new things and the human body is fascinating. Hoping to take the jump soon and get into a proper program. Thank you!
I am so glad I found you!! Please do not stop posting videos! I will be applying for this program next year in March and I’m just wondering if it’s really worth it and you are helping sooooo much! Thank youuuuuu 😭
I’m in my second year now. And I would say you schedule wasn’t as bad my current schedule. First semester 2 days clinicals 3 days in class. 2nd semester 3 days clinicals and 2 days class. Summer 1 is 3 days clinicals and 2 days class. Summer 2 is 4 days clinicals. 2nd year Fall is 3 days clinicals 2 days classes. 2nd year spring 3 days clinicals 1 day class and 2nd year summer 1 is 4 days clinicals.
I just got into a radiography program, it starts in august I’m so excited! It’s wild how different, the schedules are from school to school. I’ve been watching any video I can find on TH-cam & i think it’s been pretty helpful!
The whole save money thing is spot on. But to be honest, a strong support system is the best thing. Yes, there are people that work 2-3 jobs. And I couldn’t do it. I’m having a hard time with making up my Mind on how I’m going to work and began my clinicals. I for one, feel very lost. I know I will have to sell and let go of things, but 18 months in clinics is crazy. Feeling a tad discouraged.
Hi, X-Ray/CT tech here! I’ve been doing this for 4 years now. Would you also mention to prospective students how over saturated the imaging field is? Schools are pumping out students every semester and there aren’t enough jobs. It’s very competitive. I took a year off after I had my first kid and even with experience it was still a little hard to get a job. And I live in Houston with the Texas Medical Center. So just be prepared to have a lot of competition for the job!
Thank you for your insight! I too live in Houston and what is prompting me to give this field a try is the plethora of job openings posted on Indeed. I know your comment is a few months old so I have to ask if you still feel the market is oversaturated? And what Radiologic Technology/Radiology program would you recommend for someone in the Houston area? I've been considering either Lone Star College - Cy-Fair, Houston Community College, or San Jacinto College. Thank you again!
@@khaliaf I think any community college should be okay. I would stay away from schools like PIMA or CHCP. And yes it is still that way. I know someone with 7 yrs of experience looking for another job and it is still hard to get call backs or interviews. So just remember that while you see many jobs on indeed, there are more applicants than jobs.
@@MariA-jh1tr well that's discouraging. I'm trying to expand my career options other than nursing, and this one doesn't seem too promising, especially since we're living in Houston where med jobs are abundant.
I just found your videos and I love them! I've been working so hard these last few months with interviews and I got accepted into all 4 programs I applied too! I'm going to be starting in the fall, and I'm scared! I'm so passionate about this though, and your videos are helping me a bunch!! We've got this 💪💪
🥳!!! CONGRATS! So excited for you. I would love to connect with you and ask some questions about your interviews. I have several people ask me, however i didn’t go through an interview process. If you don’t mind, please email me at rnellyc@me.com; But don’t be scared! If anything it’s an excited, scared like i was ✊🏽
I'm 26 and I've been thinking of this since I was a teen but I was always told I'd never even pass high school but I did. Everything is harder for me to learn so when I work hard enough I succeed.
Im 25 and getting back into it! I changed majors because everyone told me I’m wasting my time or I’m not good enough now I’m unhappy with a useless bachelors degree but I’m changing that and going to apply to a radiology program these upcoming months. Don’t give up! It’s never too late!
For me i plan to save dont care about waiting im 22 to be honest i miss my high school so i gotta get that diploma but that time for me to save money for the career with this i plan for me 1 year and work my way 1 year and quit at 2 year to focus
I absolutely love this! I am 31 and I am in school right now for to become a Rad Tech. I have yet to take the HESI A2 and have been researching ways to succeed in that. I am excited to get into the program but at the same time I really fear having to quit my job and focus solely on this career. I sometimes wonder if there is a way to avoid that. I love that you shadowed people in order to really get a true understanding of the career. I don't believe this is a requirement for my program however I found that to be wonderful advice! Thank you so much for touching on some of the issues I keep in my head about pursuing this career!
@@johnmwendwa709 At my hospital in So Cal starting pay is $48/hr with paid benefits and free healthcare if your work part time 20+ or full time. If you work per diem w/o benefits it’s $58/hr. BTW it doesn’t matter if you have a certificate, AS or BS. All you need is a state license and ARRT
I aspire to be a x ray tech this video gives me courage. I’m having trouble completing my pre reqs and have backed out a couple times. But will keep trying!!
Hey Rey! I recently graduated with my emt license, and I'm working for an ift company now. I'm looking to expand horizons, and by a miracle I signed up for a community College this semester to get pre reqs into the xray program starting next spring. This is really giving me motivation to keep going because I'm unsure if I'll be able to get a GPA high enough to even get into the program. It's a 3.7 right now but with the classes I'm taking I'm not sure. All your videos are helpful. You're like the big brother I never had
I’m in the same boat I’ve had my emt license doing ift for about a year now and always wanted to get into this. Good to see others like me looking into this 😂
I am entering the Radiology program this Fall, and also at the same time my boyfriend is buying a house which I'm moving in at the same time and it stresses me out SO MUCH thinking about trying to juggle the program and work to pay all of my bills.. :(
Congrats! Well it seems like you have a situation lol but there’s a lot to be grateful for. Just take it one day at a time. Formulate a game plan and stick to it. You got this!
I’m 30 years old, looking for another career path! Watching this video and read the comments gave me hope and a new perspective that it’s not too late to switch careers.
I see many people say MRI physics is hard and they barely passed , if most of them aren’t really understanding physics but still go on to become MRI techs , how important is MRI physics & anatomy . Only asking because many times in the past I’ve seen programs bash in courses like psychology or many other courses that have absolutely zero knowledge or practical skill to what you will be doing on a daily basis when actually working .
Just what I needed I been trying to decide if I want to quit my job or stop school or find something that is part time I got one more prerequisite before I can enrolled into the program
Great video. Tons of good information. Appreciate a genuine sharing of how you were successful in your goal. It helps a lot of people who are a bit apprehensive or just plain scared of taking something like Radiologic Tech school. On your square homie!!
Remember that there is an error incorporated in positioning techniques that began a century ago. It has to do with what happens when the tube is angled up and down the table. The centering point changes but the tube focus remains in the same place. That means 'the Townes view' needlessly irradiated 30 million faces because people followed the ancient instructions. When I was a second year student in 1978, I developed a different approach which relied on knowing what I was doing rather than remembering the recipe. Each image was tightly collimated which mean I could use the total illuminated field as my positioning guide. That meant closing a learning feedback loop. For example, I would ensure symphysis pubis was on the bottom of an abdo image rather than trying to have a technique that worked out what was in the middle of the image. 75% of qualifieds don't understand the geometry. 95% of students don't understand the geometry. All three Monash uni tutors didn't understand the geometry which meant I presented a paper in 2014 which was similar in some ways to the one I presented in 1988.
I did a semester for Respiratory Therapy and it was intense!! It wasnt for me so I am scared to look into the X ray field because its always interested me and if I can't do that either then I am gonna be so sad (cry emoji lol)! I loved watching the X ray techs pull up and take pictures of people in trauma and everyone had to move so they could get a great shot of their innards. My plan A did not happen but I am ready to dust off my scrubs and get back into a intense field. Thank you for all you do
THANKKKKK YOOOUUUUU!!! i just put my two weeks in. Im so excited about starting this program soon. I already have a BS degree but im looking to do something different.
Maybe Radiologist is different in America but here in the UK, a Radiologist is a doctor who has studied medicine and has the authority to diagnose a patient. A Radiographer is someone that takes the X-Rays…so this was a bit confusing lol
I just came across your page and I feel more motivating. Unfortunately I don’t have a support system, my family doesn’t support me with the radiology field/ any medical field.. so it’s difficult. But I hope to get in the rad program next year!
I have a full time job with a lot of flexibility around my scheduling. I already have an AS degree. The school I enrolled in does everything in terms and not semester. The radiology tech certificate is supposed to be 4 terms. I'm at the very beginning of the planning process for all this. I hope I can make it work.
It's so good to see someone doing videos about radiology, there's basically nothing out there. I'm from NJ and I'm just finishing my require pre-requisite courses then I will be applying for Hackensack Meridian Health JFK Muhlenberg Snyder School. You are an example to follow!
Damn man you’re lucky, 2.5 years vs the curriculum here in the Philippines you need to study 3 years for theoretical studies and 1 whole year for clinical internship 4 years in total
When it comes to the program; what were the hardest challenges you faced? I’m trying to get into a college right now and radiology technology is what I’m going for. Green as grass
Some one is committed! That’s an awesome question and an ideal for a video lol thank you. But tbh what i mentioned on this video are at the top. Also the transition period coming from another clinical rotation and everything it comes with. I’ll make a more detailed video when i have time to think.
Hi. I'm deaf and I wish there was a closed captioning! However, my current career is RN (nursing) but RN might not work for me. I am considering to apply to become a Radiology Technology program. I thought this career is more interesting and visual because I am deaf. I am trying not to giving up on my dream career!
I work at my local hospital and i have healthcare experience for 5 years, i really want to get more experience and learn more. I know my hospital offers a program as well.
Rey, Your video definitely inspired me to chase this dream of getting through the radiology program. I will definitely be watching more of your videos to keep me on track of this long journey! Thank you so much!
I love this so much ! i have been trying to look for videos like this for a couple of months now . I am a freshmen in college right now going into the radiology technician program and I needed all these great videos for hope and support. Please keep posting.
I'm a dental assisting graduate from a 9 month program but I've been struggling to find a job in that but I got into that because I felt like it was a good start for x-rays (which it had) and now I'm a lot more open to going to college to become an x-ray tech which I've been wanting to do for 2 years now. It's a 4 year bachelor's in my area to become a radiology tech but I'd do my first two years at a community college and then transfer. Do you think my dental assisting education experience would help with this field? because I think it would.
I’m looking into this right now and I’m very excited but so nervous considering I’m already in school and working full time. Your video def gave me some peace of mind.
Im 22 and interested in going back to school for radiography. Do i need to get prerequisites done before i can get into the program. Or are those included in the program?
Planning to take radtech but I have shaky hands. But not all the time. Only when I get nervous. I'm afraid to do injections maybe I can't control myself. Should I still pursue radtech??
im 33 and going to school for Radiology. I thought I was too old to even attempt it. I work for the school district as a custodian and decided to really focus on a long term career I would love. Luckily I can be put on a sub-list to fill in instead of having to look for another job. Awesome knowlege.
Best of luck! You are definitely not too old lol And it sounds like you're a people person. You're in the correct field!
Good luck! I’m starting late too. Just turned 29 but I mean, can you really put a price on having a lil extra life experience?
I am thinking of going back and I'm about to be 32. If you can do it... i can too. Thank you for sharing. I hope it's going well for you!
I'm abt to be 32 soon. And this encourages me to go to school and pursue this as well. Thank you for posting this video!
I just turned 29 this summer and feel like I’m in a mid life crisis..... I’ve working in ophthalmology for a 1 year now and I honestly don’t see myself doing this for another year.... I’m scared to take the plunge.... I debated between: Dental Hygienist ( for a while and was actually going to consider it ) but after I saw a TH-cam video about a woman who changed careers at almost 30 from dental hygienist to medical student ( after researching this field and more TH-cam videos) ... I decided not to pursue dental. So I narrowed my options to : Medical Sonographer and Rad. tech .... and even though math is not my best subject ( never has been, always struggled with it ...) I don’t know why, but my gut keeps telling me this could rad tech be my career, I just don’t know how or where to start .... 😣😣😣
I watched this video a year ago, when i was applying for schools for radiology. I'm starting my clinicals in 2 months and i just wanted to pop in and say its been a wild but rewarding ride! If anyone here is thinking about becoming an x-ray tech or an RT, DO IT. I had all the doubts too (trust me), but its absolutely doable.
I am 52 years old and thinking about doing the radiologic technician. I want to work part time I just want to do something I enjoy and I think this would be good for me. I don’t have to make 50 bucks an hour with the radiologic technologist do you think it’s a good idea to start this careerat my age
Yes, do it@@alisonbeeler441
@@alisonbeeler441 hi! First, it’s truly never too late to learn something new! I have people of all age groups in my class, ranging from 19 to 52. Regarding the part time job- I have been able to hold a part time job so far, but I wouldn’t recommend working more than 20 hours a week. Now that I’m about to start clinicals, I have to let that job go since my clinical hours will be 8-5 mon-fri and the place I work is closed on weekends. Luckily I have a freelance typing job on the side to make a little bit of income, but having to quit is something you HAVE to consider if you want to go to school for RT. Also idk what state you live in but the clinic I will be at pays 47/hr for new techs so you can definitely make that 50 you mentioned with extra modalities!
Just joined in January as well
Can you recommend for someone with back limitations?
I just turn 30 years old and I want to study for Radiology. I thought I was too old to even attempt going back to school. Watching your videos is motivating me to study this career. I don't have children so I can put in the hours to study!
I just got accepted to start the rad tech program at my college in June, I'm 39 years old. It's never too late to do something with your life, especially with the luxury of not having the responsibility of having children. Do what you enjoy, good luck!
@@bootyjoel was there a wait list?
@@CorySands There were 49 applicants, 29 got interviews based on their GPA, 18 got selected based on their interview, those that weren't selected were placed on a wait list in case anyone dropped their classes or changed their mind about the program. Program starts once a year so odds of someone not entering the program after being selected are pretty slim
You got this!!
@@bootyjoel hows it going any update
“You didn’t get this far to get this far.” That hit different
don't stop now!
Just turned 28 years old and my twenties are just so depressing from working a dead end job, going to school/failing to launch a rewarding career, dealing with a dysfunctional family and overall not being able to establish any sense of financial independance. I'm looking at starting the X-Ray/Rad Tech program this fall with encouragement from my uncle who is a nurse and believes in me as I would like to be able to join him in the medical field.
I'm in the same boat of wanting to find a purpose and using my pros for something better than a bottom-of-the-barrel job. I'm 21 and should cut myself some slack but man that feeling of watching others have their life figured out kind of intimidates me haha. there isn't much in life i'm passionate about but seeing people in x tech is the one thing that makes me go "ooo!". so i expect you to take action too and just know that some random dude in washington is rooting for you
This comment really resonates with me. I recently turned 28 as well, and have been working dead end sales jobs for the last decade. Any money I did make I wasted, and I was never truly happy. Got the dysfunctional family too. Started learning about rad tech tonight and am very interested…I actually graduated with my BS in Health Sciences in May and haven’t been able to find a job since, and I’ve now noticed that my local cc has a 2 year rad tech program so I’m gonna get some information and see how it goes. Best of luck to you!!
@@joewhiting hell yeah brother may God bring us through it as he has brought us to it!
@@headshotcaptain8389 right on! Did you end up joining the Fall program? If so, how has it been so far? If not, was there anything in particular that turned you off to it?
@@joewhiting I moved forward and signed up for classes this Fall. Taking Human A&P 1 lecture course with the lab component. I only took 2 classes due to having no choice but to work full time, and the rigor of these 2 classes alone is more than enough as it already is. These are the prereqs along with Human A&P 2 lecture with lab that I will take in the spring to be able enter the program here in Florida. Coming from studying Tech previously, these 2 classes are extremely boring and can't belive I have to take the second component of them in the Spring lol. My professors are super helpful/nice but it is definitely info overload to the extreme. I'm having a hard time now more than ever since I recently got into an accident omw home from work, my brother being shot, losing my job and mother was also involved in a car accident last week. I was already super depressed after my toxic ex gf had broken up with me earlier this year.
I never thought about getting into radiology until a couple of days ago I’ve been looking into more videos about it and came across this video. Very informative and helpful with respect to those that are pursuing a career in radiology. Many years ago I wanted to become a nurse and came across many pitfalls that made me loose interest in the program and decided to get into respiratory therapist. I went as far as four semesters into the program and decided to drop because it was not for me. Going into clinicals and seeing first hand the amount of work a respiratory therapist does on a daily basis made me realized I did not want to become one. I found out that I don’t want to deal with medication reminders, I also don’t want to worry about not being on time to give a breathing treatment. Or having to bag a patient who codes blue. I don’t want to deal with injections or cleaning a patient if he or she poops. Or having to run to a code blue call in the hospital. I also found out that hospitals make me sick. I don’t like them. I was willing to do the clinical portion of it for the program, but was not something I would pursue in the future. This is how I started to look more into radiology. I like what they do. I also like the fact that they can work in other places and not just the hospital. They take images all day and don’t have to worry about direct patient care like nurses or respiratory therapist do. I’ve been looking for a career like this just never noticed it or realized it could be for me. I like hands on and like to be on my own. I like doing my job without having people watching me all day. I’m hoping to get into the program this summer. I feel I can do this. I’m ready to start, perhaps I wouldn’t have been ready before, but I’m ready now🙏
Hi! I feel the sameee. I drop out of college in my 2nd year of nursing because it really is not for me. I also hate doing injections because I get nervous everytime someone's looking at me and get little shaky. That's when I tell myself I don't want to be like this in the future because it will just scare my patients and I will lose my job. So I was thinking to shift to radtech cos I also don't want any direct patient care. And less injections but I heard you still have to do injections tho. I guess practice makes perfect. I'll just have to control myself when doing injections.
@@iivychryz I think the only injections you do are for CT Scans when patients need a CT Scan with contrast but you need to be certified to be a CT Scan tech
You are telling truth. I don’t think that I can be a nurse so looking between rad tech or medical sonography🤷♀️.
What you just described was me over 15 years ago..and now been happily in radiography for over 13 years. The BEST decision I ever made.
@@irinamokar5798 bro I have a question
Do we Study in four year bachelor in Radiology about all CT scan, MRI , X-ray and Sonography/ultrasound??
Or we will must select only one among CT scan, MRI, X-ray and Sonography/ultrasound at a start of four year bachelor program in Radiology ??? 🙄 Please Answer
And if we will only choose one in Radiology, so which one is better and easy among CT scan,MRI,X-ray and Sonography/ ultrasound scan??
Note : My nature is to work in silence and I don't like to hanging with patients too much.
👉And Another Question
Which one is better between Radiology and Medical lab technically/clinical laboratory
Which one have high job market in world??? 🙄
i’m a freshman in college and with this whole pandemic i’m stressing and overthinking things but after watching your videos i feel more calm and it’s making me more confident that this is the career i wanna do THANK YOU!!!
Omg yes there is no shadowing or fucking career fairs I'm having anxiety attacks and couldn't breath
Brian Rivera You stressing out about your future too?
I'm glad I can help! You didn't get this far, to get this far! You got this.
I graduate on may 16, 2021. I’m registered disability, having ADHD and slower processing speed. I was really lucky to make it through my program. Historically, in my program, students with issues like mine usually get let go or drop out. If your a neuro typical student, you will be fine. If you have testing accommodations needed for any kind of learning disability, you will need to be re-evaluated for your accommodations if your disability documentation is older than 5 years. The ARRT requires documentation no older than 5 years old. I had to get re-evaluated and it cost $1500. Just an FYI
Do you complete the program ?
I cannot stress enough how fervently I need you to keep posting these videos..
Next one going up tomorrow! Catered to first year students at clinical rotations
I’m about to be 25 and a MRI student. Almost 1 year left of the program!!! 😇 I know what you mean when you say it comes easier after a while. I never thought I’d be where I’m at rn. But alas… it clicks!
What helps you? If you don’t mind me asking I just started radiology program in August and looking for all the tips I can get!!
@@kyrahwilliams9991just have confidence and keep reviewing what’s neeeded . You got it
I love reading the comment section on this video, tear jerker, amazing people here and what y'all adding is lifting my hopes up, thanks and God bless!
I'll be 34 next month and starting the rad tech program in January 2023. I greatly appreciate these tips! For any of you that are my age or think you are too old to go back to school. You're never too old.
I’m 22 and starting October 3rd
34 & starting in January also! Was going for my RN, but wanting to get away from bedside. “You’re never too old” you’re absolutely right! Best of wishes.
I’m 33 and I’m about 5 months in.
I had a massage license before this and that ABSOLUTELY prepares you to go into tech school.. so much anatomy and physiology in massage so it was a great base...
I’m actually going to a school that focuses directly on X-ray so I get a LMRT license after my first year and we can make like $20 an hour starting out and then we do a bridge program to get our full RT license and then we can make the big money :)
How was your first year? Work 40 during it?
how did the program go for you? was it really hard/were you able to work while in school and clinicals?
“DO NOT START THE RADIOLOGY PROGRAM”
Me my first week at work in the ER right now watching this video 👁️👄👁️
Is it that bad?
@@mateoruales9120 I just finished my first year of schooling last week. It was the hardest thing I’ve ever done but I don’t regret it for a single second. It’s a great field and if you are dedicated enough, you will be very successful :)
Sorry for the long videos ya’ll! BELIEVE ME. Tried to shorten this as best I can lol, but I feel like my stories and advice are only gonna help. Positioning tutorials will be coming soon. My 1st year anniversary of being a Registered RT is coming up in 2 weeks, so I wanted to make a video of my experience of my 1st year first. Watch out for that bass drop! 😎 Stay RAD ☢️
Shorter vids bro. Put out vids that you would have wanted to see when you were going through different stages leading up to sitting for boards. And I can do without the visual edits. But keep practicing
TIPS AND TRICKS ON POSITIONING!
I don't know anything about radiology but your delivery is superb! Plus you're giving more value to your audience then that's the most important thing. You keep me glued to your talks! So with or without visuals is fine. More videos cuz! 👏👏👏
Working on them!
I’ll try better next time lol I feel like I have a lot of vital info that it’s hard for me to edit it out.
I passed my boards yesterday! Still feels surreal haha can't wait to start working!
After you take your boards are you done with all of schooling or is there still another test after that?
@@caciel.o8743 you do have to do biannual continued education credits that get submitted via your ARRT dashboard but thats pretty
Minimal studying and you can sign up for certain magazines that have info and quizzes at the end that you mail in for CE or online courses where you can learn about other modalities for continued education credits.
@@caciel.o8743 no other tests unless you want to challenge boards for a different modality like CT, MRI, Interventional, etc.
hey man- this is really inspiring. I'm a former firefighter, injured on the job so I couldn't do it anymore. Felt like my purpose was taken from me.. but through some research and meditation I found Rad Tech as something that really interests me and still allows me to help others and be in the medical field. I'm starting my pre-req's in January and pursuing my Associates of Science while I am waitlisted for the RadTech program where I live. I'll probably be between 30-32 when I am finished and it's going to be a long journey but with the support of my wife and hard work as well as having informed, uplifting content like this I know I can do it!
how has it been for you?
all the programs near me are not starting til 2026 at the earliest, so I am currently getting my LPN and will go from there if I choose to do Rad Tech, or just stay an LPN@@ashleymorris5565
I was considering xray tech, but decided to go into a different program (hard decision). I still watch your videos because you share great tips/advice that ANYONE can find useful! Motivating me to keep going and don't ever quit. Thank you for that your energy is EVERYTHING!! 🙏🏾💛
What did you switch to?
@@Rachelllllll2024 Surgical tech ☺
@@Ashley-og9ti hi do you like it ??? How long was the program
@@Ashley-og9ti also curious because I’m between the two 😅
I’m already in a rad tech program (about 6 months in) and feeling tons of doubt and discouragement! Watching your videos really helps me 😊 Still not totally sure if I’ll stick with it but deep down I want to and hope I do, even if the easier thing is dropping out!
you didn't get this far, to get this far! YOU GOT THIS
What makes you feel discouraged tho
Are you still in the program?
@@mckaylablackwell9385 yep! My last semester starts in two weeks! 🌟
@@Alyssa-ui7bf hello there so how did it go with program ? I’m thinking on going for it
I'm a senior graduate and just applied for radiography for college.I've been watching videos on here trying to help prepare me and get a taste of what it'll be like. Your video has helped and going to watch more.
That’s awesome to hear! I’m grateful to be of help
Did you get in??
Not sure if you see this but are you in how is it
Where are you at now
Im gonna be 39 next year and will be trying to apply for the program here in vegas. Thanks for posting this!
Also, my programs first year “junior year” we did 2 days class, 2 days clincal. We had 2 summer semesters 5 days a week just clincal for 2 months straight. As “seniors” we do 3 days clinical 2 days class. So total of 1600 clincal hours. While working 2 jobs part time you really just need to work hard for what you want!
Do you get paid for clinicals?
Nope@@alecolson9169
@@alecolson9169no you don’t get paid for clinicals lol
I applied to the radiography program at my college and didnt get in. I was hurt but i plan on applying again! :) wish me luck
You can do it! Don't let that stop you. Persevere !
@garri b there be like 25 spots most places she probably didnt get lottery'd in that time. mine has about 300 applicants each year, only 25 spots lottery raffle only
@garri b it’s pretty normal to have way too many qualified students but due to so many applicants and not enough spots they have a lottery
Did you get in?
i’m from merced and i’m a senior in high school currently, and i really want to pursue being a radiologic technologist. i’m so glad i found your channel!!
You’re ahead of the learning curve!
Do it! Especially now right out of high school would be the best thing for you! Btw I love your picture ❤️ Artemis and Sailor Moon I'm 30 and grew up on Sailor Moon lol anyways best of luck
I’m so glad there’s someone like you talking about the program! I always see the older videos and wished updated version would pop up and you did that(: thanks for the tips it really helped me get motivated
Sorry for the late reply!!! You’re very welcome. I appreciate you ✊🏽
Old man paramedic here. That squeamish part, do n’t worry about it. I was horribly squeamish and I got past it quickly. You get used to seeing that kind of stuff in that kind of environment. Considering the RT life after I retire from EMS.
Hi x-ray Rey! I just completed my Radiology ARRT Nationals. I am so excited! I appreciate your videos. I’m definitely excited to begin my career as a Rad Tech!
i am 44 years old and I am currently in the program just finished my first semester and I have a full-time job. You are so right about being hard working a full-time job I'm currently struggling because I have no time to study about an hour after class I have to go to work. in my case I have to work, or my bills won't get paid. So far so good on my job working with me as I focus on my future. Thanks for the tips very helpful.
I’m 27 been working dead end jobs since 16 when I dropped out
Just got my ged now enrolling into school for this
I am new and love your channel. I am a heavy Equpitment technician and for the past 3 years I have been putting off becoming a xray technician. I feel like me coming across your video is a calling. I love this field and I think I am ready to take the steps required to become what I really want to be in life . THANK YOU !
Your videos are great! I am working on getting into the radiology program myself. I am 49 years old and have worked as a technician in a factory for the last 29 years. It's time for something new. I am all signed up and start college in the end of August this year. I believe I own some of this to you and your videos. I was watching one of your videos and really contemplating if I should do this or not. I went out on the porch and prayed to God and asked him to give me a sign if this is the correct thing to do. As soon as the prayer left within me ---- A hummingbird flew up in front of my face and hovered back and forth for what seemed to be around 15 to 20 seconds. Then flew away. Thinking to myself wow! that was cool! I then came in and hit play on one of your videos. I noticed right away you have a yahweh tattoo written in Hebrew. I think to myself wow that is a rare tattoo. I know because I have one almost in the same spot. Then I proceed to hit play and you say (so if your here right now its a message from God) So as you would expect My last day of work is Aug 15> I am going to give this 400% wish me luck
I'm in RADT school NOW!!!!! I needed this! Thank you so much!!! My hurts from all these Tech cards!!!!!
Funny how I found this channel when I just graduated in May from an x-ray program. Took my test in June, officially an RT(R)! Hoping to get a job really soon. Loved the video, really great advice
Was your x-ray program extremely difficult? I'm a senior and I was thinking about becoming a radiology tech
Did you find employment?
Did you find a job you like
Whatever program you take make sure it is a accredited program and will be graduating with your fluoroscopy license. You don’t want to graduate as a limited tech. Best programs are community college/university programs. I have been a mri tech for 11 years. Love my job.
Brother, I’m 32, and been working for fedex for the last 11 years of my life. I’m done working for a company that don’t care about there employees. I definitely making a career change and going back to school to become a Radiologist tec.
Me a year in to usps wanting to get into rad tech
@@Ram-rm2gzin 37 switching from customer service representative
Doing the same as you man working at fedex express now but ready to go to x ray school and get this degree
I’m a senior in high school and I’m thinking about applying for radiology school at my local community college right after I graduate. I’ve been doing some research and watching videos over this field and it seems very interesting!! I hope that it’s well worth it once i get in!!
Alana Starr same ! i’m a senior too and my brothers friends completed this course and they said it wasn’t that hard for them but i’m a very slow person and kind of doubt myself sometimes
Same!!
@@Unknown-je2fndid you get into the radiography program?
Man Rey this was great! I’m 24 right now and will be starting my program in 3 months. So happy I found your page!
I got 3 years left. I was doing audiology but there's jobs around my area so I switch majors . God with me to get threw this and also i wish everyone luck .! May God be with you guys at the end
best of luck to you! Keep grinding
Omg im also an audiologist thinking about making the change into rad tech
How did you find it
I got 16 months left till graduation but time flies and I have done at least 200 exams by now, things are starting to become more normal and not so scary. Can't wait till this is my day to day job and achieve my goals.
sounds about right! Very similar experience we all go through. you got this!
I'm finishing my prereqs, than applying for the Radiography program at my community college! I'm so excited when I start the program!
lets goooo!!!!!
What pre requisites did you have to take?
How is the prerequisite,is it hard?
Hey! If you had a program entry interview, can you PLEASE make a video on the interview process and questions asked? How you prepared yourself? Etc.
LifeAsKenna my program did not require an interview. If you have anything sample questions I can give you my answers? I’m sorry..
This comment section is very encouraging! Along with the video but these comments really made me thing because I was so scared to go back to school
28 here, have worked every typical job under the sun, looking for an actual career, leaving home health aid behind. I do have an associates already, but not in anything medical. Seeing the comments here from other people my age and older talking about switching careers made me interested in this. My fear is being able go go back to school as math was never my strong subject, but sciences and history (history science too) were aleays my strongset. Looking at a local program and thinking about a comittment
3rd VIDEO UP! 1st year students, TUNE IN.
At 32 I’m very interested in this field as a change to my data analysis career. It’s draining office work and I need to be on my feet helping people. I also like learning new things and the human body is fascinating. Hoping to take the jump soon and get into a proper program. Thank you!
glad you're realizing that sooner than later! Good luck to you
I'm 36, a B.sc Radiographer, looking to get into data science and coding.
@@mizta_pita you want to switch to data analysis?
@@mizta_pita do you get burnt out easily in rad tech career? Is it worth it to get to i. Your opinion?
@@DigitalKurisu
Yes, already in the process.
I am so glad I found you!! Please do not stop posting videos! I will be applying for this program next year in March and I’m just wondering if it’s really worth it and you are helping sooooo much! Thank youuuuuu 😭
Without a doubt, so worth it! To each their own of course.
@@XRAYREY it won't be long before he will be famous worldwide. appreciated the journey to worldwide recognition.
Did you get into the program?
I’m in my second year now. And I would say you schedule wasn’t as bad my current schedule. First semester 2 days clinicals 3 days in class. 2nd semester 3 days clinicals and 2 days class. Summer 1 is 3 days clinicals and 2 days class. Summer 2 is 4 days clinicals. 2nd year Fall is 3 days clinicals 2 days classes. 2nd year spring 3 days clinicals 1 day class and 2nd year summer 1 is 4 days clinicals.
I just got into a radiography program, it starts in august I’m so excited! It’s wild how different, the schedules are from school to school. I’ve been watching any video I can find on TH-cam & i think it’s been pretty helpful!
Good luck!!
hey! how is it going ??
@@nazan33n Great! I’m almost done, I graduate in spring! It’s been an awesome experience, I even have plans to further past general X-ray!
@@mk1393 congrats 💫
How many times did you apply for the program before you got accepted?
The whole save money thing is spot on. But to be honest, a strong support system is the best thing. Yes, there are people that work 2-3 jobs. And I couldn’t do it. I’m having a hard time with making up my
Mind on how I’m going to work and began my clinicals. I for one, feel very lost. I know I will have to sell and let go of things, but 18 months in clinics is crazy. Feeling a tad discouraged.
Hi, X-Ray/CT tech here! I’ve been doing this for 4 years now. Would you also mention to prospective students how over saturated the imaging field is? Schools are pumping out students every semester and there aren’t enough jobs. It’s very competitive. I took a year off after I had my first kid and even with experience it was still a little hard to get a job. And I live in Houston with the Texas Medical Center. So just be prepared to have a lot of competition for the job!
Thank you for your insight! I too live in Houston and what is prompting me to give this field a try is the plethora of job openings posted on Indeed. I know your comment is a few months old so I have to ask if you still feel the market is oversaturated? And what Radiologic Technology/Radiology program would you recommend for someone in the Houston area? I've been considering either Lone Star College - Cy-Fair, Houston Community College, or San Jacinto College. Thank you again!
@@khaliaf Hey! I’m also considering Lone Star Cy-fair :)
@@mariisita14 Oh, awesome! Good luck, girlie! :)
@@khaliaf I think any community college should be okay. I would stay away from schools like PIMA or CHCP. And yes it is still that way. I know someone with 7 yrs of experience looking for another job and it is still hard to get call backs or interviews. So just remember that while you see many jobs on indeed, there are more applicants than jobs.
@@MariA-jh1tr well that's discouraging. I'm trying to expand my career options other than nursing, and this one doesn't seem too promising, especially since we're living in Houston where med jobs are abundant.
Thanks for your vids man, here I am in 2024 getting ready to start my rad tech program in the fall.
Good luck
I just found your videos and I love them! I've been working so hard these last few months with interviews and I got accepted into all 4 programs I applied too! I'm going to be starting in the fall, and I'm scared! I'm so passionate about this though, and your videos are helping me a bunch!! We've got this 💪💪
🥳!!! CONGRATS! So excited for you. I would love to connect with you and ask some questions about your interviews. I have several people ask me, however i didn’t go through an interview process. If you don’t mind, please email me at rnellyc@me.com; But don’t be scared! If anything it’s an excited, scared like i was ✊🏽
@@XRAYREY Sure thing!!
Yes, I m so interested in interview questions, if its possible make a video about it please
@@Horse1VB1Dance1 i’m interested with the interviews as well how did that go??
I am a nurse currently but seeking a career change- thinking about Radtech! Thanks for the info!
Rey: "it's 2 and a half years. That's 915.5 days!"
Me: Damn, that's like 2 and a half years!!
Blessings, please do a breakdown on the courses and semesters in your program?🦋💜
Hey kindly hit me back up if you got some information about this program. Thanks
Crypto Fui I most definitely will let you know. I do however have breakdown on of my first semester on my page. I’m only in semester 3 though...
3 classes plus an elective for 5 semesters.
I'm 26 and I've been thinking of this since I was a teen but I was always told I'd never even pass high school but I did. Everything is harder for me to learn so when I work hard enough I succeed.
Im 25 and getting back into it! I changed majors because everyone told me I’m wasting my time or I’m not good enough now I’m unhappy with a useless bachelors degree but I’m changing that and going to apply to a radiology program these upcoming months. Don’t give up! It’s never too late!
@@SmittenKitten96 what did you major in prior
Just started the program, thank you for all your tips and tricks 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 seriously has been a big eye opener!
My name is Ray and I’ll be taking your X-Ray! Ahahha that’s dope!
For me i plan to save dont care about waiting im 22 to be honest i miss my high school so i gotta get that diploma but that time for me to save money for the career with this i plan for me 1 year and work my way 1 year and quit at 2 year to focus
One thing to know about the Radiology program. It is easy AF! If you want a challenge do MRI.
Life is what you make it. Unfortunately it’s not easy for some. Everyone has their own unique situations.
Well this just terrified me. I start my MRI program sept 1st.
How is it easy? I’ve heard the exact opposite from many others.
I absolutely love this! I am 31 and I am in school right now for to become a Rad Tech. I have yet to take the HESI A2 and have been researching ways to succeed in that. I am excited to get into the program but at the same time I really fear having to quit my job and focus solely on this career. I sometimes wonder if there is a way to avoid that. I love that you shadowed people in order to really get a true understanding of the career. I don't believe this is a requirement for my program however I found that to be wonderful advice! Thank you so much for touching on some of the issues I keep in my head about pursuing this career!
Good luck. I have been a Rad Tech for 13 years..I love it! Very fulfilling career.
How many times did you apply for the program before you got accepted?
@@crsngal what's the starting pay for associates degree radiography
@@johnmwendwa709 At my hospital in So Cal starting pay is $48/hr with paid benefits and free healthcare if your work part time 20+ or full time. If you work per diem w/o benefits it’s $58/hr. BTW it doesn’t matter if you have a certificate, AS or BS. All you need is a state license and ARRT
I aspire to be a x ray tech this video gives me courage. I’m having trouble completing my pre reqs and have backed out a couple times. But will keep trying!!
Dont give up! Give it everything you got
Hey Rey! I recently graduated with my emt license, and I'm working for an ift company now. I'm looking to expand horizons, and by a miracle I signed up for a community College this semester to get pre reqs into the xray program starting next spring. This is really giving me motivation to keep going because I'm unsure if I'll be able to get a GPA high enough to even get into the program. It's a 3.7 right now but with the classes I'm taking I'm not sure.
All your videos are helpful. You're like the big brother I never had
I’m in the same boat I’ve had my emt license doing ift for about a year now and always wanted to get into this. Good to see others like me looking into this 😂
I am entering the Radiology program this Fall, and also at the same time my boyfriend is buying a house which I'm moving in at the same time and it stresses me out SO MUCH thinking about trying to juggle the program and work to pay all of my bills.. :(
Congrats! Well it seems like you have a situation lol but there’s a lot to be grateful for. Just take it one day at a time. Formulate a game plan and stick to it. You got this!
I’m 30 years old, looking for another career path! Watching this video and read the comments gave me hope and a new perspective that it’s not too late to switch careers.
absolutely correct!
Genuinely been at a crossroads with my school journey. Feel like god kinda saying keep trying and you’ll figure it out with this video.
bro we are the same student. im finishing my first semester. these videos are great motivation. bless.
I see many people say MRI physics is hard and they barely passed , if most of them aren’t really understanding physics but still go on to become MRI techs , how important is MRI physics & anatomy . Only asking because many times in the past I’ve seen programs bash in courses like psychology or many other courses that have absolutely zero knowledge or practical skill to what you will be doing on a daily basis when actually working .
I work at Walmart on the weekends so I’m really hoping that my job doesn’t interfere cause I don’t know how imma do it without my job
I work there too in OGP lol. I have to quit though because I'm heading to my extern within the next two weeks
Just what I needed I been trying to decide if I want to quit my job or stop school or find something that is part time I got one more prerequisite before I can enrolled into the program
Great video. Tons of good information. Appreciate a genuine sharing of how you were successful in your goal. It helps a lot of people who are a bit apprehensive or just plain scared of taking something like Radiologic Tech school. On your square homie!!
Salute bro.taking my board this december 2023 your the man...
I was forced into radiology without even knowing what it really is. So now I have finished my education, I hate it.
Why do you hate it?
Remember that there is an error incorporated in positioning techniques that began a century ago. It has to do with what happens when the tube is angled up and down the table. The centering point changes but the tube focus remains in the same place. That means 'the Townes view' needlessly irradiated 30 million faces because people followed the ancient instructions. When I was a second year student in 1978, I developed a different approach which relied on knowing what I was doing rather than remembering the recipe. Each image was tightly collimated which mean I could use the total illuminated field as my positioning guide. That meant closing a learning feedback loop. For example, I would ensure symphysis pubis was on the bottom of an abdo image rather than trying to have a technique that worked out what was in the middle of the image. 75% of qualifieds don't understand the geometry. 95% of students don't understand the geometry. All three Monash uni tutors didn't understand the geometry which meant I presented a paper in 2014 which was similar in some ways to the one I presented in 1988.
I did a semester for Respiratory Therapy and it was intense!! It wasnt for me so I am scared to look into the X ray field because its always interested me and if I can't do that either then I am gonna be so sad (cry emoji lol)! I loved watching the X ray techs pull up and take pictures of people in trauma and everyone had to move so they could get a great shot of their innards. My plan A did not happen but I am ready to dust off my scrubs and get back into a intense field. Thank you for all you do
THANKKKKK YOOOUUUUU!!! i just put my two weeks in. Im so excited about starting this program soon. I already have a BS degree but im looking to do something different.
"does that add value to your life?" Man, Im very easily distracted so this will help me a lot! Im gonna be asking myself this often haha
Once you start asking yourself this with any decision in life... Makes such a positive change
Maybe Radiologist is different in America but here in the UK, a Radiologist is a doctor who has studied medicine and has the authority to diagnose a patient.
A Radiographer is someone that takes the X-Rays…so this was a bit confusing lol
I knew I could trust your words on loyalty and commitment cause you're a Kings fan!
I just came across your page and I feel more motivating. Unfortunately I don’t have a support system, my family doesn’t support me with the radiology field/ any medical field.. so it’s difficult. But I hope to get in the rad program next year!
I hope you got into the program!! Here for support!!
I have a full time job with a lot of flexibility around my scheduling. I already have an AS degree. The school I enrolled in does everything in terms and not semester. The radiology tech certificate is supposed to be 4 terms. I'm at the very beginning of the planning process for all this. I hope I can make it work.
Best of luck to you! You got this
I'm in the exact same situation, hope it worked out for you, I'm hoping to hear back soon about my own acceptance or not
It's so good to see someone doing videos about radiology, there's basically nothing out there. I'm from NJ and I'm just finishing my require pre-requisite courses then I will be applying for Hackensack Meridian Health JFK Muhlenberg Snyder School. You are an example to follow!
I appreciate your kind words! Congrats and good luck with everything!
I am from NJ too... I'm looking for RAD programs around... So far I like the one in Middlesex College. Tell me more about where you applied 👀
Jenny Gonzalez hey, Im going to Jfk Muhlenberg school in Plainfield , I just started this month and I’m loving it.
@@michelleregalado8608 how’s it going so far?
Great video!! Could you do a video of the essentials/ supplies you used for the program. Or do a "what's in my backpack" video?.
I like that! I can definitely work on it. Thank you for your comment
Damn man you’re lucky, 2.5 years vs the curriculum here in the Philippines you need to study 3 years for theoretical studies and 1 whole year for clinical internship 4 years in total
I'm so happy I stumbled upon this video. I am actually looking at the same program in Merced right now. Fingers crossed I can get it next year.
When it comes to the program; what were the hardest challenges you faced? I’m trying to get into a college right now and radiology technology is what I’m going for. Green as grass
Some one is committed! That’s an awesome question and an ideal for a video lol thank you. But tbh what i mentioned on this video are at the top. Also the transition period coming from another clinical rotation and everything it comes with. I’ll make a more detailed video when i have time to think.
Thanks for the info; first hurdle is to actually get into the college by taking the TSI; not a huge fan of math but I get it done.
Thanks bro! Entering fall... Man through it!
Hi. I'm deaf and I wish there was a closed captioning! However, my current career is RN (nursing) but RN might not work for me. I am considering to apply to become a Radiology Technology program. I thought this career is more interesting and visual because I am deaf. I am trying not to giving up on my dream career!
Plus I am fluent in American Sign Language and would love to help deaf people so they have communicate access!
I can look into this for you. Thank you for brining it to my attention! Never give up on your passion
I work at my local hospital and i have healthcare experience for 5 years, i really want to get more experience and learn more. I know my hospital offers a program as well.
Rey, Your video definitely inspired me to chase this dream of getting through the radiology program. I will definitely be watching more of your videos to keep me on track of this long journey! Thank you so much!
I love this so much ! i have been trying to look for videos like this for a couple of months now . I am a freshmen in college right now going into the radiology technician program and I needed all these great videos for hope and support. Please keep posting.
Nice! Congrats! I definitely will. Keep us updated!
I'm a dental assisting graduate from a 9 month program but I've been struggling to find a job in that but I got into that because I felt like it was a good start for x-rays (which it had) and now I'm a lot more open to going to college to become an x-ray tech which I've been wanting to do for 2 years now. It's a 4 year bachelor's in my area to become a radiology tech but I'd do my first two years at a community college and then transfer. Do you think my dental assisting education experience would help with this field? because I think it would.
Can you please show us an in-detail look at your schedule through the program?
I’m looking into this right now and I’m very excited but so nervous considering I’m already in school and working full time. Your video def gave me some peace of mind.
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Bro I want you to know you inspired me to pursue this career I will be back this fall for my prerequisites.
love to hear it! You got this, see you at the top!
Yes can you make a second vid more in detail about what you learned and the hours spent
One month from now I hope to receive an acceptance to the radiography program.. your video gave me hopes! Thank you
keep us updated! GL
You are awesome! I love the graphic effects, the detailed information, and you’re very relatable! Keep up the amazing work!! Thank you once again!!
Im 22 and interested in going back to school for radiography. Do i need to get prerequisites done before i can get into the program. Or are those included in the program?
Planning to take radtech but I have shaky hands. But not all the time. Only when I get nervous. I'm afraid to do injections maybe I can't control myself. Should I still pursue radtech??
Where do I find the how to study video