SUNY Erie Community College

RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY: RADIATION THERAPY TECHNOLOGY

Mission Statement

The mission of the Radiation Therapy program is to provide a comprehensive education, emphasizing excellence, by incorporating extensive didactic learning, professional courses and clinical experiences necessary to prepare students to: become entry-level radiation therapists; to provide quality patient care; to be active participants in the profession and to pursue life-long learning.

Program Goals

Goal I The medical community will benefit from Radiation Therapy graduates entering the profession.
Goal II Program graduates will have the knowledge and skills of a competent entry-level radiation therapist.
Goal III Students will develop professionalism, ethical and moral practices as guided by values consistent with the professions Code of Ethics and pursue lifelong learning.
Goal IV Students will demonstrate problem solving, critical thinking and communication skills.

Department Notes

• Students must earn a grade of "C" in all radiologic technology and science courses
• Hospital and clinical affiliates of the program require students to have a health assessment and immunizations, including Hepatitis B
• The Radiation Therapy Student Handbook describes additional program policies
• Students must meet the technical standards for the program—contact department for listing