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Radiography Program

Associate of Applied Science│2 Years│Full-Time Only│68 Credits│Fond du Lac Campus│Eligible for Financial Aid

The Radiography and Diagnostic Medical Sonography program applications for Fall 2025 are closed. The waiting list will be reviewed in Spring 2026 to determine if applications will be reopened. In the meantime, we encourage you to research other Allied Health programs from our Health Sciences cluster & Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security cluster.
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Join the growing field of x-ray as a radiologic technologist with an accredited associate degree from Moraine Park Technical College. This rigorous program is ideal for those passionate about healthcare, technology, and working closely with people in meaningful ways.

8 year accreditation award by The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).
Graduates eligible to take the entry-level certification examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Our hands-on, industry-driven curriculum is led by experienced instructors and designed to keep learning relevant, engaging, and impactful. Graduates leave confident, career-ready, and prepared to make a real difference from day one.

The Radiography associate degree at Moraine Park prepares students for a career in diagnostic radiography (x-ray) as a radiologic technologist. A radiologic technologist produces images of the human body to aid physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of injuries and diseases. This rewarding career combines cutting-edge technology with compassionate patient care.

Graduates of the Radiography program are eligible to take the entry-level certification examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Picture of the radiography lab.

The Moraine Park Technical College Radiography Program is accredited by the
Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
312-704-5300
Email: mail@jrcert.org

The program’s current award is 8 years. General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter can be found here.

What You’ll Learn

Moraine Park Radiography students learn how to use x-ray imaging equipment to demonstrate body parts on x-ray images for diagnostic purposes, including: diagnostic radiography, fluoroscopy, trauma imaging, mobile imaging, surgical procedures, pediatric radiography, geriatric radiography and special procedures.

Students also learn how to produce and evaluate radiographic images, use computer skills in the radiographic clinical settings, practice radiation safety principles, and model professional and ethical behavior in line with the ARRT Code of Ethics.

Career opportunities include, but aren’t limited to, the following:

  • Radiologic Technologist
  • Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist
  • Mammography Technologist
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist
  • Interventional Radiology (IR) Technologist
  • Management

Median Salary for Recent Graduates: $47,618

radiography student using equipment

Course Requirements

Course requirements are subject to change. Visit our catalog for up-to-date information.

Course Highlights

  • Advanced Radiographic Imaging
  • Imaging Equipment Operation
  • Radiographic Pathology
  • More

Moraine Park’s admissions starts with the online application. The admissions steps and financial aid process can take 4-5 weeks for some programs, so plan ahead.

View and begin standard admissions steps.

This program also requires:

  • Health Requirements
  • Criminal Background Check

Note: Space for this program may be limited. Please review our waitlist system before applying.

Out of State Residents: Due to state regulations regarding program capacity limits, out-of-state residents are not eligible to apply for this program.

If you have any questions or need help with the process, please contact us at  admissions@morainepark.edu OR 920-924-3200, TTY/VP:Use Relay VRS.

Several factors influence the total cost of your degree, including enrollment fees, the number of credits required, textbooks and equipment. Financial aid can assist with those costs.

The following estimated costs for completing this degree are based on the 2023-24 academic year and are subject to change. For further details, please visit the estimated cost of attendance page.

$12,151.60

Current tuition and fees

Coming Soon

Textbooks*

*Based on new books, rental, electronic, and used options may be available.

Additional Program Costs:

Uniform – $120 to $200
  • CORE: Scrubs (Royal Blue Top)
  • CORE: Scrubs (Royal Blue Pants)
  • CORE: Optional: White lab coat
  • CORE: MPTC Radiography patch
  • CORE: ID Badge
  • CORE: Shoes
  • CORE: Lead X-ray Markers

Miscellaneous

  • CORE: Trajecsys/24 mth subscription – $230
  • POST GRAD: ARRT Boards – $225
  • POST GRAD: WI State License – $90

State Certification Disclosure: Moraine Park Technical College offers programs designed to meet the educational requirements leading to licensure or certification that may be required for employment in certain professions. See Professional Licensure and Certification Disclosure for more details.

Licensing Organizations:
The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services

Clinicals and an Accrediting Outcomes Checklist are the exit assessment graduation requirement for the program.

Radiography Mission

The Moraine Park Technical College Radiography Program is dedicated to preparing students to become highly skilled, entry-level radiologic technologists who demonstrate the technical expertise and professionalism needed to perform diagnostic radiography. We foster student success by providing a rigorous education that integrates both general and technical education, encouraging critical thinking, excellence, and adaptability in the face of evolving healthcare technologies. Our program is dedicated to ensuring students are not only prepared to successfully complete the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification exam but also empowered to pursue lifelong learning and professional growth. Graduates of our program will be poised to contribute meaningfully to the healthcare community, upholding the highest standards of care, and continually growing within their profession.

Program Effectiveness Data

In addition to the goals and student learning outcomes listed elsewhere on this site, the performance of the program is reflected through program effectiveness data as defined by:

Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
(312) 704-5300
http://www.jrcert.org
mail@jrcert.org

Program effectiveness data includes the program completion rate, credentialing examination pass rate and job placement rate. Explanations of these measures and program data that correspond with the annual report most recently submitted to the JRCERT are noted below. This information can also be obtained at http://www.jrcert.org/resources/program-effectiveness-data. Questions about the program effectiveness data should be directed to the Program Director.

The Radiography program’s 2024 annual report to the JRCERT reflected the following:

Completion Rate – Jan. 1 through Dec. 31, 2024
This is an annual measurement of the number of students that actually completed the program divided by the number of students that began the program. The program’s completion rate for 2024 was 92%. Accepted 13 students and 12 completed the program in 2024.

Credentialing Examination Pass Rate – 2020 through 2024
This is the number of students that pass the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification examination on the first attempt within six months of graduation from the program. The figure reflects an average over a five-year span. The program’s credentialing examination pass rate stated as an average from the years 2020 through 2024 is 81%. Forty-six of the fifty-seven graduates of this program taking the ARRT certification examination within six months of graduation passed on the first attempt.

Job Placement Rate – 2020 through 2024
This is the number of students that gain employment in the radiologic sciences within twelve months of graduation versus the number that graduate and are actively seeking employment. The figure reflects an average over a five-year span. The program’s job placement rate as an average from the years 2020 through 2024 is 100%. Fifty-one of the fifty-one that passed the ARRT Boards obtained employment in the radiologic sciences within twelve months of graduation. The number of graduates vary from the credentialing exam pass rate to the job placement rate. Graduates who are not actively seeking employment are not included in this calculation. The JRCERT has defined not actively seeking employment as:

  1. Graduate fails to communicate with program officials regarding
    employment status after multiple attempts,
  2. Graduate is unwilling to seek employment that requires relocation,
  3. Graduate is unwilling to accept employment due to salary or hours,
  4. Graduate is on active military duty, and/or
  5. Graduate is continuing education.

JRCERT Accreditation

  • This program requires all students to train at off-site agencies – external to the College. As such, students must remain compliant with both the criminal background and healthcare requirements. Falling out of compliance may prevent students from progressing in or result in administrative removal from the program.
  • Health requirements are subject to change based on external agency requirements.
  • A full list of health requirements for this program is available from your academic advisor or by contacting the Student Health Record Representative at drhoads1@morainepark.edu.

Any student applying for Electrical Power Distribution, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Radiography, and Nursing on or after April 1st, 2025 will follow new compliance guidelines from the Wisconsin Technical College System regarding program waiting lists. The new guidelines give preference to Moraine Park in-district students. Out-of-district students may apply; however we cannot guarantee a specific start term.

Radiography Student Voices

"I enjoy the experience and the instructions." - Malissa Knapp

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Has previous life experience already helped you build knowledge and skills applicable to your studies? Applying previously earned credits to a program of study can save you both time spent in the classroom and money spent on tuition and fees.

Transferring here is easy! You can transfer in prior college work by submitting official college transcripts or get a free transcript review.

Financial Aid is provided to aid eligible associate degree and technical diploma programs with 28 credits or more. Processing can take 6-8 weeks after a student’s completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is received.

Financial Aid is available for associate degree and technical diploma programs (those that are 2 semesters in length and typically with 28 credits or more). Processing can take 4-5 weeks after a student’s completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is received. Visit the Financial Aid page to learn more.

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