Radiation Protection/Health Physics Technician

The Radiation Protection/Health Physics Technician program at Columbia Basin College in Pasco, Washington is a two- to four-year certificate offered by this public institution. Classified under CIP code 51.0916 in the health sciences field, the program trains students in radiation safety principles, monitoring techniques, regulatory compliance, and radiological emergency response procedures relevant to nuclear facilities and healthcare environments.

Columbia Basin College also offers related programs including Nuclear Engineering Technology/Technician, Surgical Technology/Technologist, Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer, Network and System Administration/Administrator, and Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance. Given the college's location in Pasco, Washington, near the Hanford Nuclear Site, students in this program can expect training that aligns with regional industry needs in nuclear operations and radiological safety, including coursework in dosimetry, radiation physics, and nuclear facility protocols.