Medicine
Undergraduate Programs
Student Learning Outcomes
Radiation Therapy, B.S.
Student Learning Outcomes
During the Radiation Therapy Program, the student will be able to:
- demonstrate the appropriate knowledge of radiation therapy procedures.
- apply principles of radiation protection for patient, self, and others.
- perform radiation therapy simulation procedure.
- deliver radiation therapy treatments as prescribed by a radiation oncologist.
- perform basic radiation therapy dose calculations and access treatment plans.
- demonstrate effective communication skills.
- evaluate patient for effects, reactions, and therapeutic responses.
- apply basic research methods.
- participate in professional development and service-learning activities
- formulate methods for the pursuit of lifelong learning.
- will become member of a professional organization
At the completion of the radiation therapy program, the graduate will:
- pass the ARRT national certification exam on the first attempt.
- be employed within 12 months post-graduation, if pursuing employment.
- complete the professional program within 20 months for radiographers and within 22 months for non-radiographers.
- be satisfied with their education.
- employers will be satisfied with the graduate’s performance.
Updated: March 2024
