Radiation Therapy Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
Our JRCERT-accredited program is a collaboration between the Suffolk University Biology Department and our world-class clinical sites:
- Massachusetts General Hospital (Boston)
- Brigham and Women's Hospital (Boston)
- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (Boston)
- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (Boston)
- Emerson Hospital (Concord, Massachusetts)
- Newton-Wellesley Hospital (Newton, Massachusetts)
- North Shore Cancer Center (Danvers, Massachusetts)
Through observation and hands-on experience, you will become part of a team of radiation therapists as you complete 1,200 hours of clinical rotations. At the hospitals, you'll participate in the daily responsibilities of radiation therapists, as well as patient care and the operation of treatment machines. When you complete this program, you'll be eligible to apply to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Exam and can begin working immediately after you graduate.
Accreditation
Our program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), the national governing body for radiation education programs. The program has an 8-year accreditation status, which is the maximum length of accreditation award.
20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
Phone: 312-704-5300
Email: [email protected]
Radiation Therapy Program Effectiveness Data
Data provided through Class of 2022. Data updated one year after graduation for prior graduating class, once data is available.
This data can also be found on the JRCERT website.
JRCERT
20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
Phone: (312) 704-5300
Fax: (312) 704-5304
Institution Name: Suffolk University
Program Type: Radiation Therapy
Degree Type: Bachelor's Degree and Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
Program Effectiveness Data
The following is the most current program effectiveness data. Our programmatic accreditation agency, the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), defines and publishes this information. The information can be found directly on the JRCERT webpage.
Credentialing Examination
The number of students who pass, on the first attempt, the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification exam, or an unrestricted state licensing examination, compared with the number of graduates who take the examination within six months of graduation. The five-year average benchmark established by the JRCERT is 75%.
Credentialing Examination Rate | number passed on 1st attempt divided by number attempted within 6 months of graduation |
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Year | Results |
Year 1 - 2018 | 5 of 5 - 100% |
Year 2 - 2019 | 3 of 3 - 100% |
Year 3 - 2020 | 4 of 8 - 50% |
Year 4 - 2021 | 6 of 6 - 100% |
Year 5 - 2022 | 4 of 5 - 80% |
Program 5-Year Average | 22 of 27 - 81% |
Job Placement
The number of graduates employed in the radiologic sciences compared to the number of graduates actively seeking employment in the radiologic sciences within twelve months of graduating. The five-year average benchmark established by the JRCERT is 75%.
Job Placement Rate | number employed divided by number actively seeking employment within 12 months of graduation |
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Year | Results |
Year 1 - 2018 | 5 of 5 - 100% |
Year 2 - 2019 | 3 of 3 - 100% |
Year 3 - 2020 | 4 of 4 - 100% |
Year 4 - 2021 | 6 of 6 - 100% |
Year 5 - 2022 | 5 of 5 - 100% |
Program 5-Year Average | 23 of 23 - 100% |
Program Completion
The number of students who complete the program within the stated program length. The annual benchmark established by the program is 80%.
Program Completion Rate | number graduated divided by number started the program |
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Year | Results |
Year 1 - 2022 | 5 of 7 |
Annual Completion Rate | 71% |
Radiation Therapy Goals and Objectives
Learning goals and objectives reflect the educational outcomes achieved by students through the completion of this program. These transferable skills prepare Suffolk students for success in the workplace, in graduate school, and in their local and global communities.
Learning Goals | Learning Objectives |
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Students will... |
Students will be able to... |
Know critical thinking and problem-solving skills. |
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Know principles that demonstrate clinical competence. |
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Understand how to communicate in a clinical setting. |
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Understand the importance of professionalism, growth, and development. |
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Radiation Therapy Mission Statement
The mission of the Radiation Therapy program is to provide a rigorous, comprehensive, and inclusive education to students interested in pursuing careers in radiation therapy. Students will receive instruction and hands-on training from faculty with expertise in diverse clinical and didactic settings while using the most advanced technologies to develop exceptional clinical skills that will prepare them for entry level positions. Graduates of our program will think critically, communicate effectively, and appreciate the importance of continued education in maintaining their competence.