Radiation Therapy (A.S.)

The A.S. in Radiation Therapy degree program is designed for individuals who wish to become registered radiation therapists.

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Program Overview

The Associate in Science (A.S.) in Radiation Therapy degree prepares students to become certified radiation therapists who administer radiation treatments to patients with a cancer diagnosis.

The radiation therapy program is based on the recommended core curriculum established by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists, providing FSCJ students with an enhanced educational experience and employment potential in hospitals or freestanding clinics.

Graduates from FSCJ’s Radiation Therapy associate degree program must sit and pass the National Registry examination for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Career-Ready Curriculum

The A.S. in Radiation Therapy degree is a 77 credit hour program that emphasizes, through comprehensive radiation therapist classes, the art and science of treatment delivery to individuals to restore, improve, and enhance patient performance. The curriculum also focuses on building skills that help to diminish or eradicate pathology in order to promote and maintain health.

Students take general education coursework in science, mathematics, humanities, and social and behavioral sciences and build upon that foundation through advanced professional coursework that targets radiation therapy knowledge. Clinical coursework provides hands-on learning experiences assisting patients in healthcare settings.

Review the Radiation Therapy program’s complete curriculum in the Requirements tab, as well as the Recommended Roadmap for course pacing and order. General education courses are offered at any of FSCJ’s campuses and centers and online; professional core courses are offered at our FSCJ North Campus.

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Start Your Path Toward a Radiation Therapist Career at FSCJ

FSCJ’s Associate in Science in Radiation Therapy degree prepares students with the knowledge and skills required to become radiation therapists, providing compassionate and experienced care to individuals with cancer.

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Radiation Therapy Admissions Information

Program Roadmap

AS Radiation Therapy

Quick Facts

Program Code:
2163
Program Access:
Limited Access Program
Degree:
Radiation Therapy (A.S.)
Total Credits:
77 Credits
Online Program: No
Financial Aid Eligible: Yes
Approximate Cost:
Drug screen, background checks, uniforms, physical and textbooks
Program Contact Information:
hcic@fscj.edu
(904) 646-2300
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Program Graduation Rates

Year	Graduation Rate	Examination Pass rate	Employment Rate
2018	100%	80%	70%
2020	100%	78%	85%
2022	100%	80%	80%

Career Opportunities

Certifications and Licenses

Upon completion of this two-year degree program, graduates are eligible to sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) board examination in Radiation Therapy. Graduates of the Radiation Therapy degree who successfully complete the ARRT examination can begin a rewarding career as a certified radiation therapist working directly with cancer patients.

Note: If you are considering employment in a state other than Florida, please visit https://www.fscj.edu/academics/license-disclose to determine if this program will meet the selected state’s requirements to sit for licensure or certification testing.

Career Options

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that the radiation therapist profession will grow 7% through 2029 with an average annual salary of $86,850. Radiation therapists work in hospitals, oncology outpatient centers, and private medical practices.