Radiology Tech Schools in Alabama 2022

Radiographers in Alabama (AL) 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 Alabama and/or x ray tech schools in Alabama to mean the same thing.

There are 3,800 people working as radiology technologists / x ray technologists in Alabama earning approximately $50,020 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 Alabama, as well as up to date careers information.

Accredited Radiology Tech Schools in Alabama

The table below lists all schools in Alabama 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 Alabama.

There are currently 11 JRCERT and ARRT accredited or approved radiology tech schools in Alabama.

How to Become a Radiology Tech in Alabama

As of 2022 there are no licensing requirements to become a radiology tech in Alabama. However many candidates may still choose to register with the ARRT and to sit their certification exams. Registration and certification with the ARRT will speak to your level of knowledge for prospective employers and is nationally recognised.

To register with the ARRT you will need to:

• Associates Degree: Obtain an Associates Degree in Radiology at an accredited school.
• ARRT Exams: An associates degree is also a minimum requirement to apply to sit the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) exams. The ARRT exams are computer based and are administered at Pearson VUE testing centres throughout Alabama.
• 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).

For more information on licensing, certification, and continuing education requirements in Alabama you can contact the -.

State Board: Alabama Dept of Public Health
Website: https://www.alabamapublichealth.gov
Phone: 1-800-252-1818

Salaries for Radiology Techs in Alabama

At $50,020, or $24.05 per hour, the average annual salary for radiologic techs in Alabama is almost 25% lower than the national average of $66,490 (2022) for the profession.

Average annual salaries for radiology techs in Alabama have experienced a bump of 4.9%, or $2,350, 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 $31,900 whilst the top 10% made $62,620 per annum.
• Those located in Birmingham-Hoover earned some of the highest salaries in the state at $53,340 per annum, whilst those in Anniston-Oxford-Jacksonville earned some of the lowest average salaries at $45,290 per annum.

Employment of Radiology Techs in Alabama

There are currently 3,800 people employed as radiology techs in Alabama. This represents an increase of 7.0%, 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 Alabama

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