Boost in Healthcare Programs at TCC & Tarleton for Job Demand
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The Tarrant County College’s nuclear medicine technology program prepares students to use radioactive substances to diagnose and treat diseases. The field of nuclear medicine technology is growing, with a median annual salary of $92,500 as of 2023, leading to a high demand for graduates from this program. The health care sector in Texas is projected to increase by 8% from 2021 to 2026 due to the aging population and increased prevalence of chronic conditions, according to Texas 2036, a nonpartisan public policy research and advocacy organization.
Tarrant County College’s Radiology Program Readies Students for In-Demand Careers
At Tarrant County College, students in the nuclear medicine technology program learn to use radioactive substances for both diagnosing and treating diseases. This growing field, which uses imaging to see inside patients’ bodies, offers substantial patient interaction and the potential for a stable income.
Students like Kim Bernal are drawn to the field for its income stability. As a mother of three and former healthcare case worker, Bernal seeks a profession with growth and financial security.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual pay for nuclear medicine technologists in 2023 is $92,500. This lucrative field is also rapidly growing.
Increasing Demand for Healthcare Professionals
The program, located at TCC’s Trinity River Campus East Center for Health Care Professions, is rigorous and selective. Each year, only about 15 out of around 50 applicants are accepted. Other popular programs at the center include health information technology and diagnostic medical sonography.
As per a Texas 2036 study, healthcare sector jobs are projected to increase by 8% from 2021 to 2026 due to an aging population and increased chronic conditions.
Educational Institutions Responding to Healthcare Industry Needs
Tarleton State University in Fort Worth has designed its programs based on community needs. It offers programs in nursing, medical lab sciences, speech language pathology, and kinesiology, among others.
Efforts are also underway to address the shortage of nurses in rural areas. Other institutions, such as the University of North Texas Health Science Center and the University of Texas at Arlington, have introduced new programs and expanded facilities.
TCU’s Pre-Health Professions Institute has seen enrollment double in the past decade and plans to introduce a public health major. As the healthcare industry continues to grow, educational institutions are developing programs to meet the sector’s evolving needs.
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