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The Radiation Therapy Programs prepare individuals to successfully perform as a radiation therapist. Radiation therapists are vital members of a team of health professionals including a radiation oncologist (physician), physicist, dosimetrist, and oncology nurse. Some of the many functions of a radiation therapist include: assisting the radiation oncologist in localizing the tumor and simulating treatment parameters, treating patients with malignant diseases using ionizing radiation, monitoring patient's physical condition and response to treatment and recognizing treatment complications.

Additional Program Information: This Associate in Science degree program is a two-year program. Applicants must complete all of the AS General Education course requirements prior to the second year of the program. Radiation Therapy AS Program applicants who have criminal convictions or concerns must clear the ARRT ethics requirements through a pre-application review of eligibility process. The Pre-application Review of Eligibility process with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists is done to avoid potential delays when applying to take the certification exam. In order to successfully progress through the AS Radiation Therapy Program, students must achieve a grade of "C" or above in all didactic courses and clinical courses and an "S" (satisfactory) grade in all laboratory courses. This requirement is in addition to maintaining an overall degree GPA of at least 2.0. Clinical education is performed in Broward and Palm Beach County hospitals/clinics and is offered concurrently with the didactic courses. You will earn Technical Certificates related to your program of study as you earn your AA, AS, AAS or Bachelor's degree.

Related Industry Certificate: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification exam & subsequently apply to the state of Florida for licensure.

Location(s): General Education courses are offered at all college locations, including online. Program specific courses are only available at the North Campus. Career Pathway: Health Sciences.

Career Pathway: Health Sciences.