Radiographer
There are two types of radiographer:
- Diagnostic radiographers produce xrays and use them to determine the diagnosis of injury and disease.
- Therapeutic radiographers plan and deliver prescribed treatments using X-radiation and other radioactive sources.
Entry Requirements
The entry requirements for a BSc degree course in either diagnostic or therapeutic radiography is decided by individual higher education institutions (HEI). The usual minimum academic entry requirements for a degree course in radiography are three GCSEs grades A-C and two GCE A levels, or equivalent, such as BTEC. It is preferable to have some science subjects.
Once you have obtained the degree it is necessary to become State Registered with the Health Professions Council (HPC) .
The Health Professions Council
Park House
184 Kennington Park Road
London
SE11 4BU
tel +44 (0) 20 7582 0866
fax +44 (0) 20 7820 9684
For further information contact:
Society of Radiographers
207 Providence Square
Mill Street
London
SE1 2EW
Tel: 020 77 407 200
Website:
www.sor.org
For careers advice see:
Website: www.radiographycareers.co.uk