2024-2025 Catalog

RAD-206 Introduction to Radiation Oncology

Offers an introduction to the role of the radiation therapist and medical dosimetrist in a Radiation Oncology department. Through a combination of detailed lectures, discussions, role-playing, case studies, and hands-on laboratory exercises, students will be introduced to the professional and clinical aspects of their respective professions. Additional topics include radiation safety, patients rights, infection control, communication for the clinic, patient assessment, and psychosocial aspects of cancer including death and dying.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Students who specified one or more of these Programs of Study or Program Foci Medical Dosimetry MSMD, Radiation Science Major BS, Radiation Therapy Certificate, Radiation Therapy Major BS

Offered

Fall