Now in its 63rd year, Emory University’s Radiologic Technology (RT) Certificate Program continues to serve as a training ground for new imaging professionals, helping to fill persistent workforce needs in the greater Atlanta area.

Based at Emory Decatur Hospital, the program is one of the university’s longest-running clinical education offerings. It prepares students for entry-level roles in medical imaging, with training that spans general X-ray, trauma imaging and fluoroscopy. Participants also rotate through advanced imaging specialties such as CT, MR and mammography.

“The Emory School of Medicine Radiologic Technology Certificate Program has been a leader in imaging education on a continuous basis for over 60 years,” said Jen Schuck, CEO of Emory Decatur, Emory Hillandale and Emory Long-Term Acute Care hospitals. “I’m proud that the program is a leader in creating career opportunities for people in our community and ensuring that graduates are well-prepared to make a real impact in health care.”
Graduates are eligible to sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists’ national certification exam. According to the program, about 70% of students accept jobs within Emory Healthcare within a year of completing the program. More than 1,100 graduates have completed the certificate since its founding in 1962.

“From the start, our students are placed in fast-paced health care settings where they use advanced equipment, care for patients from all backgrounds and learn to adapt to the changing needs of the medical field,” said program director LaShaun Taylor.

The program is also working to strengthen academic pathways, including exploring associate degree partnerships and expanding connections to Emory’s Medical Imaging B.S. Bridge Program.

The two-year, full-time program, operated through the Emory School of Medicine, admits between 19 and 25 students annually. Students must hold at least an associate degree to apply.

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