Links

To find out more about radiography as a career and the opportunities it offers, please visit:

• The Society of Radiographers www.sor.org

The Society of Radiographers is a professional organisation which represents more than 90 per cent of the diagnostic and therapeutic radiographers in the UK. It is responsible for their professional, educational, public and workplace interests. Founded in 1920, it is also one of the oldest and most experienced radiography organisations in the world.

•  The Royal College of Radiologists www.rcr.ac.uk

The Royal College of Radiologists seeks to advance the science and practice of clinical radiology and clinical oncology, through training,education and research. 

• Health Protection Agency www.hpa.org.uk/radiation/

Part of the Centre for Radiation, Chemical and Environmental Hazards, this Division carries out the Health Protection Agency¿s work on ionising and non-ionising radiations. It undertakes research to advance knowledge about protection from the risks of these radiations; provides laboratory and technical services; runs training courses; provides expert information and has a significant advisory role in the United Kingdom.

• The Health Professions Council www.hpc-uk.org

The Health Professions Council is a regulator set up to protect the public. The HPC keeps a register of health professionals who meet the required standards for their training, professional skills, behaviour and health.

• The National Health Service www.nhs.uk

A comprehensive health care information source.

• NHS Careers www.nhscareers.nhs.uk

Information about the range of careers available within the NHS.

• The Department of Health www.doh.gov.uk/nhs.htm

Providing health and social care policy, guidance and publications for NHS and social care professionals