Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist

Portland Community College, a public institution in Portland, OR, offers a Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist certificate at the two-to-four-year certificate level. This program, under CIP code 51.0907, prepares students for careers administering radiation treatments to patients under the direction of radiation oncologists in clinical settings.

Students in this program gain knowledge in radiation physics, patient care, treatment planning, and radiation safety protocols. Related healthcare programs at Portland Community College include the Medical/Clinical Assistant certificate and the Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) certificate. The college also offers a range of engineering technology and trades certificates, including programs in Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians and Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician.