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Program Mission/Overview:
The mission of the Radiation Therapy Program is to provide a quality education that actively engages the student in classroom, laboratory, and clinical experiences that will produce a professional entry level Radiation Therapist and prepare the student to challenge the national certification examination in Radiation Therapy.
This program offers a variety of educational experiences in classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings. The coursework will train students in the application of prescribed doses of ionizing radiation for the treatment of disease. The Radiation Therapy Technology Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Advanced placement into the Radiation Therapy Technology Program is available to graduates of radiography programs accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Individuals form these programs must have equivalent college transfer credit or complete the general education course required for the degree.
Graduates may be eligible to sit for the National Radiation Therapy Exam given by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
Program Goals and Outcomes
The goals and outcomes of the Radiation Therapy Program are:
The pass rate for the national certification exam average of the last 10 years is 98%.
- Students will promote empathy and the highest ethical standards of practice.
- Students will be able to function as an active and contributing member of the healthcare team in the community.
- Students will demonstrate a high level of learning through developing and refining critical thinking skill, problem solving skills, and communication skills.
Job Placement Stats and Facts
Approximately 70 applicants apply annually for the two year program. 8 students are admitted each Fall from this applicant pool. There are approximately 8 students who apply for Advanced Standing status annually and 2 – 3 are admitted each Fall. The student population is diverse in age, gender, and previous education background.
Job opportunities are available in hospitals and outpatient cancer centers. Over the past 10 years 100% of the graduates have found employment within 6 months of graduation.
Program Clinical Affiliations
Forsyth Medical Center
Regional Cancer Center
Radiation Oncology Department
Phone (336) 718-5095
www.forsythmedicalcenter.org
Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center
Radiation Oncology Department
Phone (336) 713-3600
www.wfubmc.edu
High Point Regional Hospital
Lillian J. Phillips Cancer Pavillion
Radiation Oncology Department
Phone (336) 878-6036
www.highpointregional.com
Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital
@ Wesley Long Community Hospital Campus
Radiation Oncology Department
Phone (336) 832-1100
www.mosescone.com