Medicine
Undergraduate Programs
Student Learning Outcomes
Radiation Therapy, B.S.
Student Learning Outcomes
During the Radiation Therapy Program, the student will be able to:
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Students will be clinically competent radiation therapists.
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Students will communicate effectively.
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Students will think critically and apply problem-solving skills in the healthcare environment.
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Students/graduates will have knowledge of the value of professional development and growth.
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Graduates will be successful at performing tasks/duties as entry-level radiation therapists.
At the completion of the radiation therapy program, the graduate will:
Goal 1 Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate knowledge of radiation therapy procedures
- Students will apply principles of radiation protection for patient, self, and others
- Students will perform radiation therapy simulation procedures
- Students will deliver radiation therapy treatments as prescribed by a radiation oncologist
- Students will perform basic radiation therapy dose calculations and access treatment plans
Goal 2 Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate effective communication skills (oral)
- Students will demonstrate effective communication skills (written)
Goal 3 Outcomes
- Students will evaluate patients for effects, reactions, and therapeutic responses
- Students will apply basic research methods
Goal 4 Outcomes
- Students will participate in professional development and service-learning activities
- Students will formulate methods for the pursuit of lifelong learning
- Students/Graduates will become members of a professional organization
Goal 5 Outcomes
- Graduates will pass the ARRT national certification exam on the first attempt
- Graduates will be employed within 12 months postgraduation, if pursuing employment
- Graduates will successfully complete the program within 20 months for radiographers and 22 months for nonradiographers
- Graduates will be satisfied with their education
- Employers will be satisfied with the graduate’s performance
Updated: April 2025
