Our curriculum is rich in the basic sciences and humanities. Courses are taken in departments throughout the university, including the College of Medicine. Human anatomy and physiology, chemistry, physics, computer science and mathematics give you the building blocks for a strong foundation. Your radiation therapy courses will teach you how to apply this knowledge to the treatment of disease. Since the University of Vermont is accreditied by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, upon graduation you will be eligible for state licensure exams and national certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists as a radiation therapist.
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Honors opportunities: Juniors and seniors who have excelled in their studies are invited by the faculty to take part in this elite academic program. Independent research, culminating in an honors presentation, provides these students with an enriched course of study.
Most of the radiation therapy courses taught by the university faculty have a clinical component, which allows you to apply your academic knowledge to therapeutic procedures. You'll be introduced to radiographic anatomy and imaging techniques, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and ultrasound, as well as studying the various types of neoplasms and discussing methods of diagnosing and treating these cancers. Clinical instruction takes place in the modern laboratories of Fletcher Allen Health Care and the New England Region Red Cross Blood Center.
Hands-on experiences and direct patient care are highlights of radiation therapy program: Internships occur during the spring of the senior year. Students work one-on-one with staff therapists learning how to set up treatment units, design treatment plans, and have direct intensive contact with patients of all ages. You will also spend time working with the medical oncology physicians and observing total patient care and treatment. The internship affiliation sites are as follows:
Because there are limits placed on enrollment by national accreditation agencies, a student who meets the minimum requirements cannot be guaranteed admission. Admission into the College of Nursing and Health Sciences programs is competitive.
In addition to the requirements for all undergraduate degree students (See official catalogue for details), admission to the Radiation Therapy program is also contingent upon:
How do you apply? Prospective students should use the standard application for admission.
UVM Admissions OfficeApplicants currently enrolled in another college/school at UVM: Current UVM students apply by completing the online Radiation Therapy Intrauniversity transfer application.(For PDF format click here.)
A minimum of 126 semester credit hours including 6 credit hours of diversity courses and a grade point average of 2.0 and completion of an clinical internship are required for graduation.
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Department of Medical Laboratory and Radiation SciencesLast modified November 18 2009 04:30 PM
