Radiology Tech Schools in South Dakota 2022

Radiographers in South Dakota (SD) are also referred to as radiology technologists/technicians, rad techs and, quite often, as x-ray technicians/techs.

Please note: On this page, we will most frequently use the terms radiology tech schools in South Dakota and/or x ray tech schools in South Dakota to mean the same thing.

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 South Dakota, as well as up-to-date careers information.

Accredited Radiology Tech Schools in South Dakota

The table below lists all schools in South Dakota 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 South Dakota.

There are currently 5 schools which have been accredited by the JRCERT and/or approved by the ARRT in South Dakota.

How to Become a Radiology Tech in South Dakota

South Dakota does not currently license radiology tech personnel. However operators of x ray/imaging equipment must be registered/certified by the ARRT, or be licensed in another state, or have completed 40 hours of training in the operation of radiation-producing equipment by a qualified instructor,

• ARRT Exams: An associates degree is 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 South Dakota.

For more information on licensing, certification, and continuing education requirements, you can contact the South Dakota Department of Health.

State Board: South Dakota Department of Health
Website: https://doh.sd.gov/providers/licensure/

Salaries for Radiology Techs in South Dakota

At $56,170, or $27.00 per hour, the average annual salary for radiologic techs in South Dakota is 15.5% less than the national average of $66,490 (2022) for the profession.

Average annual salaries for radiology techs in South Dakota have experienced an increase of 10.4%, or $5,300, 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 $37,620 whilst the top 10% made $74,660 per annum.
• Those located in Rapid City earned some of the highest salaries in the state at $56,380 per annum.

Employment of Radiology Techs in South Dakota

There are currently 990 people employed as radiology techs in South Dakota. This represents a growth of 15.1%, or 130 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 South Dakota

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