Fresno's imaging demand runs through some of the busiest healthcare facilities in the Central Valley. Community Regional Medical Center's high-volume emergency and trauma services generate constant diagnostic imaging needs, while Saint Agnes Medical Center's 436 beds and the region's outpatient imaging centers add steady volume.
X-ray remains the front line of diagnostic medicine — every ER visit, orthopedic injury, and surgical workup relies on radiologic technologists to produce the images physicians read.
For Central Valley students, a local, state-approved radiologic technology program is a significant opportunity in a field where training seats are scarce.
Imagine America has partnered with Carrington College in Fresno, CA — a campus with an on-site X-ray lab — which launched its Radiologic Technology program for the 2025–26 academic year. The program is approved by the California Department of Public Health – Radiologic Health Branch, with an ARRT-verified pathway.
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IAF provides scholarship programs including the Imagine America High School Scholarship for graduating seniors, the Adult Skills Education Program (ASEP) for adult learners, and the Military Award Program (MAP) for veterans. The Foundation also offers financial literacy guidance, career exploration tools, and resources for choosing the right program.
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Start Your Radiologic Technology Career with Carrington College
Carrington's Radiologic Technology program in Fresno trains students in diagnostic X-ray imaging through radiation science coursework, hands-on practice in the campus X-ray lab, and clinical rotations in working imaging departments.
- New program launched for the 2025–26 academic year
- CDPH Radiologic Health Branch approved
- ARRT-verified pathway toward national certification
- On-site X-ray lab at the Fresno campus
What You'll Learn
Students study radiation physics and safety, radiographic positioning, image acquisition and evaluation, anatomy, and patient care, practicing in Fresno's campus X-ray lab before advancing to supervised clinical rotations.
Certification and Licensure
The program's CDPH Radiologic Health Branch approval and ARRT-verified pathway position graduates to pursue ARRT certification and California radiologic technologist licensure — the credentials required to practice in the state.
Where Rad Techs Work
Radiologic technologists staff hospital imaging and emergency departments, orthopedic and urgent care practices, and outpatient imaging centers, with specialization paths into CT, MRI, mammography, and interventional radiology.
Career Outlook in the Central Valley
Fresno's role as the Valley's medical hub keeps imaging departments busy around the clock, and California consistently ranks among the highest-paying states for radiologic technologists.
Training Services
- Radiation Physics & Safety
- Radiographic Positioning & Technique
- Image Acquisition & Evaluation
- Human Anatomy for Imaging
- Patient Care & Communication
- On-Campus X-Ray Lab Training
- Clinical Imaging Rotations
- ARRT Certification Pathway Preparation
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Start Your Imaging Career TodayFrequently Asked Questions
Is the Fresno Radiologic Technology program state-approved?
Yes. The program is approved by the California Department of Public Health – Radiologic Health Branch, with an ARRT-verified pathway for graduates.
Does the campus have imaging equipment?
Yes. Carrington's Fresno campus includes an on-site X-ray lab where students practice positioning and image acquisition before clinical rotations.
What can radiologic technologists specialize in later?
With experience and additional certification, rad techs commonly advance into CT, MRI, mammography, or interventional imaging — specialties with strong pay premiums.
Are scholarships available for Carrington Fresno imaging students?
Yes. Imagine America Foundation scholarships are available to qualifying high school seniors, adult learners, and military members attending Carrington College. Create a free profile to get matched.
