Bachelor of Science in Radiation Therapy
The Bachelor of Science in Radiation Therapy at UM-Flint is a four-year, 124 credit, baccalaureate degree program. Upon successful completion of the program requirements, the graduate is eligible to take the Radiation Therapy Certification Examination given by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Program Overview
The profession of Radiation Therapy involves the use of high-energy radiation in the treatment of disease, primarily cancer. Radiation therapy may be used alone or in combination with surgery and chemotherapy. As a team member, the radiation therapist administers radiation to the exact area of the patient's body as prescribed by a physician. Most patients are treated 5 days per week for several weeks.
As a result, the radiation therapist has a unique opportunity to develop a relationship with their patient. Radiation therapists monitor the patient's progress while they are receiving radiation therapy, observe for signs of complications, and determine when treatment should be withheld until a physician is consulted. They also are a significant source of emotional support for the patient.
The Radiation Therapy Program is fully accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).
