Radiation Therapy (A.S.) (2163)

Prerequisites

Three courses should be completed prior to submitting an application to the program:

Mathematics Credit Hours: 3
    *Refer to A.S./A.A.S. degree General Education Requirements 

• BSC 2085C - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Credit Hours: 4
• CGS 1060 - Introduction to Information Technology Credit Hours: 3

• or

• CGS 1100 - Microcomputer Applications for Business and Economics Credit Hours: 3

General Education

Credit Hours: 16

Mathematics Credit Hours: 3
    *Refer to A.S./A.A.S. degree General Education Requirements 
Humanities Credit Hours: 3
    *Refer to A.S./A.A.S. degree General Education Requirements 
Social and Behavioral Science Credit Hours: 3
    *Refer to A.S./A.A.S. degree General Education Requirements 

• BSC 2085C - Human Anatomy and Physiology I Credit Hours: 4
• ENC 1101 - English Composition I Credit Hours: 3

Professional Courses

Credit Hours: 61

• BSC 2086C - Human Anatomy and Physiology II Credit Hours: 4
• HSC 1531 - Medical Terminology (for Health Professions) Credit Hours: 3
• RAT 1001 - Introduction to Radiation Therapy Credit Hours: 3
• RAT 1021 - Trends in Radiation Therapy Credit Hours: 2
• RAT 1804 - Clinical Education I Credit Hours: 4
• RAT 2061 - Seminar: Registry Review Credit Hours: 3
• RAT 2123 - Patient Care in Radiation Therapy Credit Hours: 3
• RAT 2241 - Radiation Biology and Safety Credit Hours: 3
• RAT 2242 - Oncology I Credit Hours: 3
• RAT 2243 - Oncology II Credit Hours: 3
• RAT 2614 - Radiation Physics Credit Hours: 3
• RAT 2618 - Radiographic Physics Credit Hours: 3
• RAT 2651 - Dosimetry and Treatment Planning Credit Hours: 3
• RAT 2832 - Clinical Education B Credit Hours: 4
• RAT 2833 - Clinical Education C Credit Hours: 6
• RAT 2834 - Clinical Education D Credit Hours: 6
• SLS 1932 - Selected Topics in Student Life Skills Credit Hours: 2

Record of Conviction of a Crime

The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) will determine a Radiation Therapy program graduate’s eligibility for credentialing when there is an arrest/conviction record. Convicted felons must pre–apply to the ARRT to determine eligibility. Students should contact the ARRT at 651.687.0048 between the hours of 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. (EST) for questions concerning eligibility requirements. The ARRT must declare the student eligible before the student enrolls in the Radiation Therapy program.

Note

Most clinical agencies require students to undergo drug screen and criminal background checks prior to placement in the agencies for clinical experiences. Students whose drug screening and criminal background checks are deemed unsatisfactory may be denied access to clinical experiences by the clinical agencies. Failure to qualify for and meet clinical requirements at clinical sites may prevent completion of the program. Withdrawal from the program may be necessary if students cannot be placed for clinical experiences.

The cost of the background check and drug screen is borne by the student. Additionally, it is the student’s responsibility to have all paperwork completed by the program’s published deadline.

Students who are unable to complete the clinical requirements after acceptance into selective access programs are not eligible for refunds of tuition.

University Transfer

This associate in science degree program is intended primarily for students who desire to complete an associate in science degree and become employed. Students who decide to pursue university transfer study must meet certain course and test requirements. For details refer to the university transfer guide.

Articulation

This A.S. degree program articulates into a bachelor’s degree program. For more information, please visit the Transfer Services–FCCJ Majors Web page and look for your A.S. program of study.