Radiation Therapy, Associate of Applied Science
Radiation Therapy utilizes radiation and radioactive isotopes in the treatment of disease, primarily cancer. The Radiation Therapist provides services for treatment of malignant and non-malignant disease. The Radiation Therapist is responsible for localizing the tumor, implementing the treatment plan, observing and evaluating clinical progress of the patient.
The Radiation Therapy Program is currently accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). For more information please visit www.jrcert.org. The program follows curriculum adapted by the American Society of Radiological Technology (ASRT) and adheres to guidelines set forth by the JRCERT.
Program objectives
Upon successful completion of this degree, students will be able to:
- demonstrate competency in the following clinical skills: patient care, simulation, radiation treatment procedure, and treatment planning;
- analyze diverse types of information, including port and simulation films, in order to choose an appropriate course of action as a Radiation Therapist;
- apply effective verbal and written skills to resolve barriers, communicate with patients, and to present information to peers; and
- demonstrate professional behavior in the clinical setting, including accepting responsibility for actions and utilizing constructive criticism.