Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist

The Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist certificate program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale is a two- to four-year credential offered by this public university in Carbondale, IL. Classified under CIP 51.0907 in the radiologic technology field, the program trains students to administer radiation treatments to cancer patients as directed by radiation oncologists, using linear accelerators and related imaging and treatment equipment.

Southern Illinois University-Carbondale offers this certificate alongside other health and technical programs, including an associate in Electrical/Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology, an associate in Industrial Technology/Technician, a bachelor's in Manufacturing Engineering Technology, an associate in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, and a certificate in Airline/Commercial/Professional Pilot and Flight Crew. An associate-level credential in the same field is also available at the same institution, providing students with a pathway to a higher-level qualification.