Radiology Tech Schools in Connecticut 2022

Radiographers in Connecticut (CT) are also commonly referred to as radiology technologists/technicians, rad techs and, quite often, as x ray technicians/techs. On this page we will most frequently use the terms radiology tech schools in Connecticut and/or x ray tech schools in Connecticut to mean the same thing.

There are 2,450 people working as radiology technologists / x ray technologists in Connecticut earning approximately $74,780 per year.

Below you will find information on the top schools in your area offering radiology tech programs, information on how to become a radiology tech in Connecticut, as well as up to date careers information.

Accredited Radiology Tech Schools in Connecticut

The table below lists all schools in Connecticut offering programs in radiography which have been accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) as well as any American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) recognised programs in Connecticut.

There are currently 8 JRCERT and ARRT accredited or approved radiology tech schools in Connecticut.

How to Become a Radiology Tech in Connecticut

To begin your career as a radiology tech in Connecticut you will need to graduate from an accredited or approved  program and fulfil licensing requirements before obtaining employment.

• Obtain an Associates Degree in Radiology: To become a radiology tech in Connecticut you will need to have completed a recognised radiology program at an accredited school. Employers will usually have a preference for an associates degree at a minimum.
• ARRT Exams: An associates degree is also a minimum requirement to apply to sit the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) exams which are required for licensing in most states. The ARRT exams are computer based and are administered at Pearson VUE testing centres throughout Connecticut.
• Nuclear Medicine Techs: If you wish to specialise in nuclear medicine technology you will need to sit and pass the specialist exams set by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
• Licensing Requirements: To work as a radiology tech in Connecticut requires licensing. Once you have successfully passed the ARRT (or NMTCB) exams you can apply for a license in your state.
• Limited License Options: Candidates can also apply for a limited license. A limited license allows the holder to take x-rays of select parts of the anatomy while under supervision. Examples of limited license include chest, dental, orthopaedic, podiatric, etc.
• Continuing Education Requirements: You will need to renew your license on a regular basis. License renewal typically requires the completion of continuing education hours.

For more information on licensing, certification, and continuing education requirements you can contact the Connecticut Dept of Public Health Radiographer Licensure.

State Board: Connecticut Dept of Public Health Radiographer Licensure
Website: https://portal.ct.gov
Phone: (860) 509-7603

Salaries for Radiology Techs in Connecticut

At $74,780, or $35.95 per hour, the average annual salary for radiologic techs in Connecticut is 12.5% greater than the national average of $66,490 (2022) for the profession.

Average annual salaries for radiology techs in Connecticut have experienced a growth of 12.2%, or $8,120, in the 5 years since 2016.

Salary levels vary depending on years of experience, employer and location;

• The bottom 10% of earners (entry-level) made just $57,420 whilst the top 10% made $99,110 per annum.
• Those located in Norwich-New London-Westerly earned some of the highest salaries in the state at $80,190 per annum, whilst those in Waterbury earned some of the lowest average salaries at $67,800 per annum.

Employment of Radiology Techs in Connecticut

There are currently 2,450 people employed as radiology techs in Connecticut. This represents a growth of 11.4%, or 250 jobs, since 2016.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics anticipates a 6% increase in radiology tech positions across the country between 2021 and 2031.

Related careers in Connecticut

The table below compares radiology tech income and employment in Connecticut with other closely related careers.