Rural radiology technician shortage motivates new technical college program in northeastern SD

By: Makenzie Huber

Outlets: South Dakota Searchlight

Published: July 30, 2026

Words: 543

Last Updated: 4 days ago

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A shortage of rural radiology technicians prompted the South Dakota Board of Technical Education to approve a new program Thursday for a technical college in the northeastern part of the state.

Radiology technicians conduct imaging exams such as X-rays, CT scans and MRIs.

Two South Dakota technical schools already have radiology technician programs: Mitchell Technical College and Western Dakota Technical College in Rapid City. The new two-year program will be at Lake Area Technical College …

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