Overview
Argosy University, Twin Cities in Eagan, Minnesota, offers an Associate of Science (AS) in Radiation Therapy degree program. The mission of the program is to provide the medical community with entry-level radiation therapists by providing them with knowledge and technical skills, a broad-based general education, and an understanding of, and compassion for, cancer patients and their families.
Course Format
The program includes 78 credit hours of study. In addition to the program-specific courses, students are required to complete 30 credit hours in General Education to fulfill the requirements of an AS degree.
Students enrolled in the AS in Radiation Therapy degree program choose Track I or Track II curriculum outlines. Full-time students following the recommended Track I curriculum outline can complete the program in 28 months. The maximum allowable timeframe to complete the Track I curriculum based upon full-time status is 42 months. Full-time students following the recommended Track II curriculum outline can complete the program in 20 months if all program specific and general education requirements have been met. Track II students should meet with an advisor individually to discuss program progression. The maximum allowable timeframe to complete the Track II curriculum based upon full-time status is 30 months.
Career Outcomes
Radiation therapists prepare patients for radiation treatment, position patients under a linear accelerator, and administer prescribed doses of ionizing radiation to specific parts of the body. They may also assist in treatment planning, patient support and care, and brachytherapy.
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Launch your career potential by enrolling in the AS in Radiation Therapy degree program. You can learn more about specific financial aid programs (available to those who qualify) on our Financial Aid & Scholarships pages, or by contacting us to request more information.
This degree program is also offered at other Argosy University Locations