Becoming a Radiation Therapist - What is it really like?

Interested in a career as a Radiation Therapist? Have a look at what the profession involves; plus the education to get there and the opportunities once you graduate.

[@pete2561]

I am in this video, it is such a rewarding profession! Special connections with patients and also specialised clinical expertise. Anyone who goes through the career pathway will experience significant personal growth.

[@forrest9881]

I'm so glad to hear it's rewarding. That's what I'm hoping for! I'm very glad I'm going back to school for this.

[@blackbeauty5811]

@John Doh im a nurse , but im thinking about going to school for Radiation therapy

[@armensabezian4221]

did you ever end up becoming one!

[@MISSRUE32MCGEE]

I’m researching now about this career. I’m currently a PTA.

[@moreclothesthansense]

Awesome video! Very helpful!!

[@sofizu94]

I'm a radiation therapist in indonesia 😇😇😇

[@iMysteriousRain]

ukhti sofi how much u make

[@anonymousss3208]

Destiny Hodge its 2 years for a AS and 4 for a Bachelors degree

[@doglover0355]

ukhti sofi do you have to deal with needles or poking people with it

[@JineMD]

What is that virtual LINAC system you're using? My school needs that!

[@mrAZcardinal]

Can anyone tell me about the math? I have the requirements, but I find math very hard. How much and how difficult is it?

[@ninaalyssa6625]

I was wondering this exact same thing!

[@strumpeteer]

Basic math and elementary algebra is all that is required to solve a few simple equations.

[@mrAZcardinal]

@@strumpeteer and here my program is requiring Pre-Calculus 😭

[@bouncebackstronger1294]

@@mrAZcardinal A lot programs in the U.S are now requiring calculus AND college-level physics. Definitely overkill imo - the program will teach you the physics that you need

[@coolkoala282]

Hey How about the job prospect for international skilled workers in NZ? RT jobs has been listed on long term skill shortage list .Is there such a shortage ?

[@mikehunt8161]

I’m good in calculus and chemistry but I never took anatomy/ physics yet. I’m in the 11th grade, should I take anatomy and physics next year so I can be prepared? Or should I try something else?

[@cookiek.5224]

I never took anatomy in hs which I do regret because now I have to take it in college, but I took physics. I'm not a "genius" or anything. I never had IB/AP classes either. Everyone told me not to take physics because it was difficult, but I enjoyed the class and passed with an A. It really depends on the teacher.

[@alucidmirage5602]

covering the whole bio, chem, and physics group can be really helpful for pushing you in a direction for deciding on jobs in the STEM fields. A lot of highschool stuff only really applies to the very beginning of what you would be learning, so I wouldn' really worry about it and use your classes to test your interests. But with your interest in health sciences you'll probably have a blast in anatomy.

[@ryleyskog4906]

these requirements in high school dont count but I would take it so you can be prepared for college classes. You have to take it in college it has to be college accredited from your program. Most people don't start radiation therapy until their junior year of college. Your first two years of college will be all prereqs you will have to repeat anatomy phys 1 and take anatomy and phys 2 in college. You also may need a physics course as well as biology, chemistry and calculus most likely . . Program coordinators for radiation therapy don't accept students right out of high school they want to see how well you can adjust to college classes and maintain a high GP. I just was accepted into mine and I'm 23 and I have a 3.6 college GPA so it took me awhile to get in and get a good GPA

[@strumpeteer]

Finding answers from the comment section of a KZbin vide is a BAD IDEA. Don't guess what classes you think you need. Consult an academic advisor from the school you plan on applying to!

[@peepeepoopoofairy]

i’m graduating high school in about a month and i really want to do this but it’s a math heavy field and that just worries me because i suck at math 😂

[@dtrimarchi5]

This is so weird in America you have to be an RT before going into radiation therapy, how do you just need a health science degree to do this?

[@janordanu2008]

D Trim what is an RT?

[@janordanu2008]

Cho Oo okay thank you

[@ernestwilson8395]

John Doh what about a bachelors degree in psychology

[@clm21]

In Switzerland there is a 3 years bachelor program. After this you are a Radiology technologist including Ultrasound, CT-Tech, MRI-Tech, Nuclearmedicine-Tech and Radiation therapy tech. That is great when you can work in all those fields.

[@Ella-ns9ps]

well, where I am in Texas we don't need that. It's a bachelor degree for anyone who is interested to apply

[@ethanbates3484]

whats the music in the beginning? its fire

[@fluffybunny644]

facts it hits different

[@edhardn]

The Gun - Lou Reed

[@alphaone321]

I need to know, are radiation therapist at risk because of the radiation???

[@woodybostic1128]

Yes

[@alphaone321]

@@woodybostic1128 do you know how big is that risk? Is it too much to the point where is health threatening? Like to the point where you could get cancer?

[@strumpeteer]

Almost ZERO risk. The therapist is NEVER in the room when the radiation is administered.

[@Jamie-mm8cj]

​@@alphaone321 there is actually a small risk but for MOST it's 0 as long as you're following protocol

[@Varshitha-hk5br]

Is there Any problem in this field regarding health issues in work plzz report about this job merits and demerits

[@dp_upperscore8119]

Can't you like still get a little radiation since you're working with it?

[@mikehunt8161]

@@dp_upperscore8119 yes but nothing major because you will take precautions

[@dp_upperscore8119]

@@mikehunt8161 hmm interesting

[@troysmitson9459]

I am thinking of a career change , and I am interested in Radiation Therapy. I am on the other side of 40? Am I am dreaming?

[@iMonsieurAnthony]

Troy Smitson no youre not

[@sanitary103]

Troy Smitson absolutely not. There was a mom in our program who graduated. It’s never too late

[@lseay9030]

Never

[@tanichea327]

You can do it man. Go for it!

[@vashon6817]

Troy Smitson no you no aren’t

[@neharani5322]

Ma'am I'm doing bachelor of medical in radiotherapy technology, but i want to do job in foreign after completing my graduation. I'm from India. So please tell me how can i work in foreign country

[@pranisa9658]

Mam , I am planning to study bachelor in radiotherapy from indian university,.. can i know abt the best university? just passed out 12 from nepal .and thinking to study in india. please !! Need a help.

[@neharani5322]

@@pranisa9658 hey, ys I'm also studying. I'm in SRHU Dehradun And doing BRT (Bachelor in radiotherapy). Ya this course is good after completing 12th

[@azrin2570]

@@neharani5322 Hii I'm from India ...even i wish to pursue this course after 12th. So is there any particular entrance exam for this?

[@azrin2570]

Pls reply if possible:)

[@neharani5322]

@@azrin2570 ys the college conduct a exam for admission. But bcz of pandemic now the admissions are on basis of merit ( 12th percentage)

[@robpeters2296]

Is this an all women career?

[@DeathIsLethal]

7 months late, but there's literally a man in the video who's a radiation therapist.

[@wolfiehampton727]

There aren’t all women or all men careers anymore. Heck, a man can be a gynaecologist

[@TheJavondie]

Not one man with brown skin like mines 😶

[@misterstun1887]

Be the first then

[@Klutchh_Kam]

I’m transferring to Howard Univ. to get my Bachelor’s in Radiation Therapy. You’re not alone my brother ✊🏾

[@misterstun1887]

Kam congrats man, I’m looking into getting into the field but my concern is the math is difficult, is that true?

[@Klutchh_Kam]

MisterStun I’m not going to lie Precalculus was tough I failed the first time I took it. It’s a lot of work that you have to be willing to commit if math doesn’t “just come to you”. The intermediate algebra was easy breezy had no trouble until I got to Pre-Cal. You get out of Pre-Cal then it’s just Physics left really which is a combo of algebra/trig.

[@misterstun1887]

Kam thanks for the insight man, I’m horrible at math so I’m in the category where I’ll fail a few times but I’ll look into it, thank you and good luck bro

[@MedievalMan]

Shes really cute! She reminds me of my girlfriend.

[@JoeCnNd]

Wait till if you break up... Every girl will remind you of your ex girlfriend .

[@MrRainbowSprinkles]

Red pill, Joe?