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The following prerequisite requirements must be met in order to apply to the Radiation Therapy Specialist Program:

1. Be a graduate of an accredited A.S. Nuclear Medicine Technology or A.S. Radiography program
2. Hold a credential in one of the below:
   1. American Registry of Radiologic Technologist credential in either Nuclear Medicine Technology or Radiography.
   2. Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board credential in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
3. Possess a minimum of 2.5 overall college GPA.

All transcripts and coursework must be evaluated and accepted by Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ prior to the application date in order to qualify for application.

To help protect patients and students, upon acceptance to a Health Science Program, all students must undergo state and federal background checks and show proof of certain immunizations and negative drug screenings as required by clinical affiliates. Students will be provided instructions to complete these tasks at the appropriate time. For more information regarding the application process, please visit the "Before You Apply" webpage.

For more information on program specific expectations and to view the Allied Health Student Handbook, please visit the "Prospective and Current Students" webpage.

See Application Dates and Deadlines and closely review other requirements Before You Apply.

All tuition and fees are estimated costs and subject to change without notice.

Program Costs Breakdown

Tuition for 43 Credit Hours

• $4,591.11 Florida Residents
• $16,464.70 Non-Florida Residents

Lab Fees: $58.72

Additional Expenses

• $200.00 Uniforms
• $500.00 Books and software
• $900.00.00 Health Physical and Immunizations
• $40.00 Flu Vaccination
• $65.00 American Heart Association Basic Life Support/CPR
• $51.90 Expanded National Background Screening
• $70.00 Level 2 Background Screening Fingerprinting
• $70.00 Drug Screening Test
• $200.00 Miscellaneous Clinical Expenses: Parking
• $600.00 Laptop Computer with Webcam

Program Cost Totals

• $7,346.73 Florida Residents
• $19,220.32 Non-Florida Residents

Scholarships

There are many scholarships available for Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ students to apply to. Please visit the Scholarships webpage for more information and how to apply.

Financial Aid

There are many options to finance your education. You may be eligible for Federal Grants, Work Study, State Grants, Federal Loans, and Institutional Scholarships. Please visit the Financial Aid page for more information and how to apply.

Veterans Benefits

Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ is a Military Friendly School. Veterans can receive assistance with their benefits at the Office for Veterans and Military Success Services.

Selection criteria and points system is subject to change. It is the applicant's responsibility to check with the Health Sciences Advisement Office for up-to-date requirements and information.

Prior Degree (Maximum Points = 5)

B.A./B.S. or MA/MS

All-College GPA (Maximum Points = 20)

• 3.75 to 4.00 (20 PTS)
• 3.50 to 3.74 (15 PTS)
• 3.00 to 3.49 (10 PTS)
• 2.75 to 2.99 (5 PTS)
• 2.50 to 2.74 (2 PTS)

Work Experience (Maximum Points = 10)

• 5+ years Radiographer or Nuclear Medicine Technology work experience (10 PTS)
• 4-5 years Radiographer or Nuclear Medicine Technology work experience (8 PTS)
• 2-4 years Radiographer or Nuclear Medicine Technology work experience (4 PTS)
• 0-2 years Radiographer or Nuclear Medicine Technology work experience (2 PTS)

Work experience MUST be documented on official stationary or Health Sciences Work Experience form and signed by employer. Incomplete or undocumented forms will not count for points consideration. Part-time hours will be converted to full-time hours based upon a 40-hour work week. Documentation should include dates, hours worked, PT or FT status and duration of employment. Falsifying documents is grounds for revoking application to program and a possible violation of the Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ Student Code of Conduct.

Military Service (5 points)

Five points will be awarded to US Armed Forces active duty and honorably discharged veterans. Includes recent Reservist and National Guard combat deployments. DD-214 or proof of current service required. Part-time Reservist or National Guard service must equal 365 active duty days (i.e., weekend service, annual 2-week assignment and deployment). Service dates may be combined. Minimum one year active duty service required. Veterans who receive a general discharge must be classified without misconduct.

Goal 1: Students will demonstrate competent clinical skills

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Students will demonstrate proficiency in operating the linear accelerator
2. Students will demonstrate competent treatment setup techniques
3. Students will demonstrate proficiency in patient care skills
4. Students will practice radiation safety protection

Goal 2: Students will demonstrate effective critical thinking skills

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Students will recognize and resolve discrepancies in patient treatment
2. Students will recognize and interpret all CT and patient setup procedures prior to scanning

Goal 3: Students will be effective communicators

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Students will effectively communicate with patients
2. Students will effectively communicate with clinical staff
3. Students will demonstrate effective writing skills

Goal 4: Students will exhibit professionalism

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Students will demonstrate a positive attitude and willingness to learn
2. Students will effectively respond to constructive feedback
3. Students will maintain all HIPAA standards

The Radiation Therapy Specialist program spans three semesters. Lectures and coursework will be delivered in an online, asynchronous format. Students will participate in on-site, supervised clinical rotations. Program faculty will work with students to coordinate their clinical schedule.

The program core courses is a total of 43 credit hours.

The Technical courses must be taken as a cohort in the order indicated below. 

Term 1 Fall (17 Credit Hours) 

• RAT1001 - Introduction to Radiation Therapy  (3 Credit Hours)
• RAT2123 - Patient Care in Radiation Therapy (3 Credit Hours)
• RAT2241 - Radiation Biology and Safety (3 Credit Hours)
• RAT2804 – Clinical Radiation Therapy I  (5 Credit Hours)
• RAT2242 – Oncology, Simulation & Treatment Procedures I (3 Credit Hours)

Term 2 Spring (16 Credit Hours)

• RAT2243 - Oncology, Simulation & Treatment Procedures II (3 Credit Hours)
• RAT2614 - Radiation Physics (3 Credit Hours)
• RAT2652 - Dosimetry and Treatment Planning (3 Credit Hours)
• RAT2810 - Clinical Radiation Therapy II (7 Credit Hours)

Term 3 Summer (10 Credit Hours) 

• RAT2061 – Radiation Therapy Seminar (3 Credit Hours)
• RAT2824 - Clinical Radiation Therapy III (7 Credit Hours)

The Radiation Therapy Specialist Program (RTS) is a practice discipline with cognitive, sensory, affective and psychomotor performance requirements. Based on these requirements, the following list of Program Performance Standards has been developed. Each standard has an example of activities which a student will be required to perform, with or without an accommodation, while enrolled in the RTS program. The Program Performance Standards should be used as a guide to assist applicants in determining whether or not accommodations or modifications are necessary in order to meet program participation requirements. Applicants who identify potential difficulties with meeting the Program Performance Standards should communicate their concerns to the Academic Chair for Allied Health Programs. If the concern is related to a documented disability, applicants are responsible for contacting the Disabilities Resource Center. Determination of reasonable and appropriate accommodation will be made on an individual basis in consultation with the Disabilities Resource Center. Additionally, applicants should assess their aptitude and ability to perform professional duties by reviewing the Program Performance Standards below and discussing them with their healthcare provider.

Critical Thinking

Standard: Critical thinking sufficient for clinical judgment. Possess satisfactory intellectual and emotional functions to exercise independent judgment and discretion in the safe technical performance of radiation therapy.
Examples: Handle multiple priorities and apply reasoning and evaluation skills.

Interpersonal
Standard: Interpersonal abilities sufficient to interact with individuals, families and groups from a variety of social, emotional, cultural and intellectual backgrounds.
Examples: Display patience, empathy and concern for others. Deal with fear and hostility in a calm manner. Work with others in stressful situations.

Communication
Standard: Communication abilities sufficient for interaction with others in prompt, coherent and concise manner. Must be able to follow spontaneous verbal and/or written instructions. Must understand and speak the language fluently enough to exchange ideas, follow directions and convey detailed instructions to others accurately, loudly and quickly. Able to accurately document pertinent information.
Examples: Communicate needs in a prompt, clear and concise manner. Accurately document pertinent information.

Mobility
Standard: Physical abilities sufficient to move independently from room to room and through hallways; maneuver in small places. Must be able to bend, crouch, squat, kneel, balance, reach above head, twist at waist. Must be able to sit and/or walk for extended periods of time.
Examples: Respond promptly to the surgeon's/patient's needs, manipulate equipment, lift a minimum of 30lbs, exert a sustained force of 20lbs, push/pull mobile equipment weighing up to 300lbs; participate as a team member of four in moving a 150 pound incapacitated patient; ensure patient safety. Sufficient stamina to work varied shifts including evenings and nights.

Tactile and Motor Skills
Standard: Gross and fine motor abilities sufficient to safely and effectively perform job tasks and respond to patient needs.
Examples: Ability to grasp, hold, grip, seize, turn or otherwise manipulate equipment with hands.

Hearing
Standard: Auditory ability sufficient to monitor and assess health needs.
Examples: Detect and evaluate the sounds of advanced monitors and alarms; monitor patients and communication verbally with patients and other health care providers.

Visual
Standard: Visual ability sufficient for observation and assessment necessary in radiation therapy.
Examples: Observe and monitor patients during treatment, observe positioning, and ensure immediate, safe care.

Professional Appearance
As a representative of Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ and the Radiation Therapy Specialist Program, students must abide by specific professional appearance guidelines required by our clinical affiliates. Hair must be maintained within the range of natural color and must be conservative in length and style. Clothing and footwear must comply with standards prescribed by the program. Facial hair should be kept neat and trimmed short.

Program Effectiveness captures the quality of a program using qualitative data such as program completion, national exam pass rates and job placement.

Note: The Program Effectiveness for the inaugural Class of 2027 will be posted when available upon graduation in August 2027.

Class of 2027
XX Students admitted
XX Students graduated; XX% completion rate
XX Graduates took credentialing exam; XX% participation rate
XX Graduates passed credentialing exam; XX% pass rate
XX Graduates employed in the field; XX% employment rate

Disclosure

The Cost of Attendance (COA) is not the bill that you will receive from Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­. It is an estimate of what it costs the typical student to attend Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ for one academic year including tuition, books, course materials, living expenses, transportation, and miscellaneous personal expenses.

Tuition and fees in the cost of attendance below are calculated for credit hour programs, assuming enrollment in 12 credit hours in the Fall and Spring semesters. Actual tuition and fees may vary by program. For a better understanding of your chosen program’s tuition and fees, see program costs above.

Undergraduate Lower Division Courses (A.A./A.S. Degree Courses)

	Off-Campus*	Off-Campus with Parent**
Tuition and Fees In-State: $106.77 per credit Out-Of-State: $382.90 per credit	In-State: $2,563 Out-Of-State: $9,190	In-State: $2,563 Out-Of-State: $9,190
Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment	$783	$783
Living Expenses (Food & Housing)	$10,260	$4,500
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses	$3,500	$3,500
Transportation	$1,850	$1,850
Total	In-State: $18,956 Out-Of-State: $25,583	In-State: $13,196 Out-Of-State: $19,823

Undergraduate Upper Division Courses (Bachelor's Degree Courses)

	Off-Campus*	Off-Campus with Parent**
Tuition and Fees In-State: $126.33 per credit Out-Of-State: $428.83 per credit	In-State: $3,032 Out-Of-State: $10,292	In-State: $3,032 Out-Of-State: $10,292
Books, Course Materials, Supplies, and Equipment	$783	$783
Living Expenses (Food & Housing)	$10,260	$4,500
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses	$3,500	$3,500
Transportation	$1,850	$1,850
Total	In-State: $19,425 Out-Of-State: $26,585	In-State: $13,575 Out-Of-State: $20,925

*Off-Campus: you intend to live off-campus but not with your parent(s).

**Off-Campus with Parent: you intend to live with your parent(s) or other relatives.

Note: All costs and rates are subject to change for the upcoming year.

For more detailed information, visit Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­'s Cost of Attendance page.