Associate of Science in Radiation Therapy

Indiana University Northwest (Gary)

(The offering of this program is subject to funding.)

Medical Director: Kalukhe

Program Director: Piehl

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

Length of Program The radiation therapy program for the nonradiographer requires two years; students are accepted in the odd years. The program for the radiographer requires one year, beginning in late June; students are accepted in the even years.

Structure of the Program The general-education courses may be taken on a part-time basis. The professional program is a full-time, day program involving classroom and clinical experience.

Design of the Professional Curriculum The curriculum follows a pattern designed to train students to become skilled in the performance of radiation therapy procedures. Courses in radiologic principles, technical courses in radiation therapy, clinical application of theory, and general education are included in the curriculum. The radiation therapy program is designed to:

Feasibility for Students to Work Students often seek employment in part-time positions outside the program. These positions cannot interfere with clinical and class schedules and must be balanced with evening study.

Additional Cost In addition to regular university tuition and fees, students should expect to pay program-related expenses. Contact the program for further information.

Accreditation The program is fully accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.

ADMISSION—NONRADIOGRAPHER

General Information

Students may apply for admission to the radiation therapy program after qualifying for regular admission to Indiana University.

Criteria Used for Selection of Class Admission to the program is based on applicants’ high school or college course work and a personal interview.

Specific Requirements

Application Deadline April 1 of the year of anticipated entry.

Total Number of Prerequisite Credit Hours To be eligible for admission, applicants should have completed high school courses in algebra (one year), geometry (one year), biology (one year), and English (four years). In addition, physics, chemistry, a second year of algebra, and trigonometry are recommended.

Limitations of Course Work Grades from remedial courses will not count as credit hours toward the degree nor will they be calculated in the grade point average of the admissions process.

Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average A high school grade point average of 2.00 on a 4.00 scale is required for admission into the radiation therapy program. The college grade point average will be used if the applicant has completed a minimum of 12 credit hours with at least one math or science course on the transcript. This requirement is implemented by the program admissions committee when the incoming class of students is selected from the applicant pool.

Interview All qualified applicants must participate in an interview.

Technical Standards See School of Allied Health Sciences policy.

Medical Requirements Documentation of completion of a physical examination is required prior to beginning clinical experience.

Indiana Residents Preference Policy See School of Allied Health Sciences policy.

Volunteer Experience The student is encouraged to observe in a radiation oncology facility prior to the interview.

CURRICULUM—NONRADIOGRAPHER

Verbal Communication (G)	2-3 cr.
Written Communication (G)	3-6 cr.
Introductory Psychology (G)	3 cr.
Precalculus Mathematics	3 cr.
Human Anatomy and Physiology I	4-5 cr.
Human Anatomy and Physiology II	4-5 cr.

Professional Program Courses in the professional program are sequential and, therefore, must be taken in the order specified by the program faculty.

First Year
Summer Session II
Elementary Composition ENG W131	3 cr
Public Speaking SPCH 121 or Interpersonal Communication SPCH S122	3 cr
Total 6 cr.
Fall
Precalculus MATH M125	3 cr
Anatomy and Physiology I PHSL P261	4 cr
Physics Applied to Radiography AHLT R250	3 cr
Principles of Radiography I AHLT R102	3 cr
Orientation to Radiologic Technology AHLT R100	2 cr
Medical Terminology AHLT R185	1 cr
Clinical Experience in Radiography I AHLT R181	1 cr
Total 17 cr.
Spring
Anatomy and Physiology II PHYS P262	4 cr
Radiation Biology and Protection in Diagnostic Radiology AHLT R260	3 cr
Pathology AHLT R200	3 cr
Orientation to Radiation Therapy AHLT J101	4 cr
Clinical Practicum I AHLT J181	2 cr
Total 16 cr.
Summer Session
Clinical Practicum II AHLT J182	4 cr
Total 4 cr
Second Year
Fall
Technical Radiation Oncology AHLT J200	3 cr
Clinical Oncology I AHLT J201	3 cr
Psychology PSY P101	3 cr
Physics of Radiation Therapy I AHLT J250	3 cr
Clinical Practicum III AHLT J281	4 cr
Total 16 cr.
Spring
Clinical Radiation Oncology II AHLT J202	3 cr
Physics of Radiation Therapy II AHLT J251	3 cr
Quality Assurance and Radiation Protection AHLT J204	3 cr
Treatment Planning AHLT J203	3 cr
Clinical Practicum IV AHLT J282	4 cr
Total 16 cr.

ADMISSION—RADIOGRAPHER

Specific Requirements In addition to the School of Allied Health Sciences admission policies found at the beginning of the bulletin, the following admission policies apply to the radiation therapy program.

Application Deadline April 1 of the year of anticipated entry.

Minimum Number of Prerequisite Credit Hours Satisfactory completion of general-education and technical specialty requirements.

Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average 2.00 on a 4.00 scale.

Minimum Specific Grade Point Average Science and mathematics grade point average of 2.00 on a 4.00 scale by the end of the fall semester of the application year. The student must attain a cumulative grade point average of 2.00 for all radiologic technology courses.

Interview All qualified applicants must participate in an interview.

Technical Standards See School of Allied Health Sciences policy.

Medical Requirements Documentation of completion of a physical examination is required prior to beginning clinical experience.

Indiana Residents Preference Policy See School of Allied Health Sciences policy.

Volunteer Experience The student is encouraged to observe in a radiation oncology facility prior to the interview.

CURRICULUM—RADIOGRAPHER

Prerequisites The following prerequisite course of study must be completed for students to be eligible for admission into the professional program. Students should consult with their academic advisors for appropriate courses and semester sequence in order to complete prerequisites. Prerequisites may be taken at any accredited college or university. The code "G" indicates a course that meets the school’s general-education requirements.

Written Communication (G)	3 cr.
Verbal Communication (G)	3 cr.
Precalculus Mathematics	3 cr.
Introductory Psychology	3 cr.
Human Anatomy and Physiology (with lab)	10 cr.

Technology Specialty Students must provide evidence of registration in radiography by the ARRT or completion of an accredited radiography program. The technical specialty area is complete for applicants who have completed an associate or baccalaureate degree in radiography.

Students who received their technical training in noncredit awarding programs and who have full credentials in radiography (ARRT) may be awarded credit for their credentials and experiences and/or petition to test out of technical specialty courses.

Professional Program Courses in the professional program are sequential and, therefore, must be taken in the order specified by the program faculty.

Summer Session II
Orientation to Radiation Therapy AHLT J101	2 cr.
Total 2 cr.
Fall
Technical Radiation Oncology AHLT J200	3 cr.
Clinical Radiation Oncology I AHLT J201	3 cr.
Physics of Radiation Therapy I AHLT J250	3 cr.
Clinical Practicum II AHLT J182	4 cr.
Total 13 cr.
Spring
Clinical Radiation Oncology II AHLT J202	3 cr.
Physics of Radiation Therapy II AHLT J251	3 cr.
Quality Assurance and Radiation Protection AHLT J204	2 cr.
Treatment Planning AHLT J203	3 cr.
Clinical Practicum III AHLT J281	4 cr.
Total 15 cr.
Summer Session I/II
Clinical Practicum IV AHLT J282	4 cr.
Total 4 cr.

Awards The program faculty will recommend to the university graduating students with superior academic performance for degrees awarded with distinction. Also, students with outstanding academic and clinical achievement during their professional program may be recognized by the program at the time of graduation.

Graduation Requirements Satisfactory completion of 75 credit hours to include 20 credit hours of prerequisite and general-education courses and 55 credit hours of professional courses. All course work must be completed in compliance with the program’s and school’s academic and professional policies.

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