Interventional Radiology Overview (4324)
Addendum 2026 (action based on curriculum minutes dated December 4, 2025)
Type of Award
ATC - Advanced Technical Certificate
Program Website
pbsc.edu/CareerPathways/HealthSciences
Program Description
This advanced technical certificate program is a four-course, two-semester program which begins in the fall of each year and ends at the completion of the spring term (August to May).
An Advanced Technical Certificate (ATC) in Interventional Radiology is awarded to the student who holds a two-year degree from an accredited college or university and completes a minimum of 12 credit hours from the courses listed below. The program is designed to meet the needs of the radiologic technology professional for formalized, specialized training.
Program Learning Outcomes
For detailed information, visit www.pbsc.edu/ProgramLearningOutcomes
Admission Requirements
- Complete an Application for Admission, located at www.pbsc.edu/Admissions
- For additional information regarding admission requirements refer to the Admissions section of this catalog.
Program Admission Requirements
Students must:
- Be registered with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
- Be licensed with Florida Department of Health for Radiography, Nuclear Medicine or Radiation Therapy.
- Complete a Controlled Access Interventional Radiology program application.
Completion Requirements
Students must complete all courses listed in the catalog for this program with a grade of C or higher.
Program Length
6 months, 2 semesters
Location
The program is hybrid: didactic portion online and in-person clinical training at one of our affiliated clinical sites.
For More Information
Jenna Laquerre, laquerrj@pbsc.edu, 561-207-5053
Employment Opportunities
Interventional Radiology (IR) Technologists face an exceptionally strong job market with diverse employment structures, robust compensation packages, and steady projected career growth. According to occupational outlook data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the overall employment demand for radiologic and MRI technologists is projected to increase steadily, driven largely by an aging population requiring minimally invasive medical treatments.
Career Path Notes
1. The student must be certified and registered in Radiography by the ARRT. (In some instances, specific certifications from the NMTCB or ARDMS may also be accepted).
2. The student must complete 16 hours of structured education activities that correspond with the exam content specifications for your chosen credential (CI or VI) within the 24 months before applying for the exam. These courses cover topics such as contrast media, fluoroscopy, pharmacology, and patient care.
3. The student must document clinical repetitions in a specialized logging tool:
a. Vascular-Interventional (VI): Log a minimum of 200 repetitions of vascular interventional procedures, covering specific procedural categories. The student can log a maximum of 10 procedures per day.
b. Cardiac-Interventional (CI): Log a minimum number of repetitions for cardiac catheterization and associated procedures.
4. After completing clinical logs and education requirements, the student may apply to take the ARRT post primary examination in either Cardiac-Interventional Radiography or Vascular-Interventional Radiography.
Career Center
www.pbsc.edu/CareerCenter
For more information about employment opportunities, including job outlook and salary information, visit: Occupational Outlook Handbook: www.bls.gov/ooh
O-Net Online: www.onetonline.org
Required courses:
Required Courses (Credits: 12)
| RTE4116 | Advanced Patient Care (BS) | 3 Credits |
| RTE3585 | Interventional Radiology (BS) | 3 Credits |
| RTE3585L | Interventional Radiology Clinical Education (BS) | 3 Credits |
| RTE3765 | Sectional Anatomy for Medical Imaging (BS) | 3 Credits |
Total Credit Hours: 12
Course Sequence
Term One - Fall (Year One) (Credits: 6)
| RTE3585 | Interventional Radiology (BS) | 3 Credits |
| RTE3765 | Sectional Anatomy for Medical Imaging (BS) | 3 Credits |
Term Two - Spring (Year One) (Credits: 6)
| RTE3585L | Interventional Radiology Clinical Education (BS) | 3 Credits |
| RTE4116 | Advanced Patient Care (BS) | 3 Credits |
Total Credit Hours: 12