Radiation Therapy

JOINT PROGRAM WITH LAURENTIAN UNIVERSITY

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

The Laurentian/Michener Radiation Therapy program is the only Radiation Therapy Program in Ontario that grants entry directly from high school. Students in this joint program learn about all aspects of the profession, including treatment planning and simulation, creating optimal dose distribution, treatment delivery techniques, patient care, and health care ethics. Graduates are eligible to write the national certification examinations conducted by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT). Certification qualifies graduates to work across Canada and allows them to apply for registration as a radiation therapist with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO).

The program is accredited by Accreditation Canada.

WHAT WILL I STUDY?

• How to plan individualized treatments for different types of cancer using specific simulation equipment • How to set up and deliver radiation treatment using advanced radiation therapy technology • How to create and critique optimal treatment plans in conjunction with radiation oncologists and other members of the health care team, using a specialized treatment planning program • How to monitor, educate and support patients and their families on the potential side effects they may experience over a course of treatment

ABOUT THE PROFESSION

Radiation therapy is the use of ionizing radiation to treat patients with cancer. Radiation Therapists work closely with an interdisciplinary health care team, comprising of radiation oncologists, physicists, nurses and other health care professionals to provide a compassionate, patient-focused model of care. Radiation Therapists use a variety of advanced computer systems and sophisticated radiation therapy equipment to design treatment plans and deliver radiation to treat patients with cancer. These professionals play a vital role in providing patient education and support throughout the radiation therapy treatment pathway, including counselling patients on expected side effects of radiation and ways to minimize them.

WHERE CAN I WORK?

Graduates from the program find employment in cancer centres, research, education, government agencies, medical equipment and software sales, support and applications.

Graduates can further specialize in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), ultrasound, health informatics and management.

PROGRAMS WITH ACADEMIC PARTNERS

Credential Earned

Program Length

Program Delivery

Start Date

Application Deadline

Graduate Certificate 2 semesters over 1 year (part-time)

On site at Toronto General Hospital plus an evidence-based research project

September 2021

June 14, 2021

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

• Graduation from a recognized Chiropody/Podiatry program • Proof of registration in good standing with the College of

Chiropodists of Ontario (COCOO) • A resume and Chiropody wound care portfolio • A minimum of two years of clinical practice (recommended) • Admissions interview (only selected applicants will be invited)