Technician SchoolChoosing the right technician school is a very important and personal decision. You will need to think about what’s important to you and how each school’s unique qualities may fit your situation better than others.

Some key questions to ask yourself:

  • Will this school give me the education and training to get a job as a [medical or dental lab or x ray] technician?
  • Does my dream job require a degree or certificate from an accredited school? What are the accreditations I should consider?
  • How much will it cost? How can I pay for it? Does it make sense with my financial situation? (e.g. Can I afford it? Is there financial aid?)
  • Do the hours required to complete a degree fit with the current demands in my life? Some programs require more hours of clinical work. How might this impact your other obligations like family and kids?
  • What kind of placement rates does a school have for your desired technician job?
  • How much support does a school provide for students once they graduate? Ultimately, you want to know how good your chances are in a getting your technician job and feel good that you school can do that for you.

If you can answer these questions for each school you’re considering, you will make a smarter choice and be assured that you’ll have a better outcome in your school decision.