Radiation Therapy (A.S.) (2163)

This is a Limited/Selective Access program.

The mission for the Associate in Science in Radiation Therapy degree is to offer high quality education and to train students to deliver prescribed doses of radiation to individuals with malignant or benign disease in an affordable method. This limited access program is based on the recommended core curriculum established by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) and enhances the educational experience and employment potential for students in the hospital or free standing clinic. The program emphasizes the art and science of treatment delivery to individuals to restore, improve, and enhance performance; diminish or eradicate pathology; and promote and maintain health.

This program is designed for individuals who wish to become certified in radiation therapy. Students are strongly advised to complete as many of the general education courses as possible before applying for the program.

A minimum grade of C or higher must be achieved in all professional coursework in order to continue in the program.

This program includes an Algebra Through Calculus math pathway. For additional information about Mathematics Pathways, please visit the Mathematics Pathways page.

To meet the minimum requirements for consideration for acceptance to the Radiation Therapy program, students must:

1. Submit a Florida State College at Jacksonville application.

2. Submit a completed Radiation Therapy program application.

3. Have completed the prerequisite courses with a C or higher.

4. Submit official high school and college transcripts.

Note: Admissions preference is given to fully qualified candidates who have met all entrance criteria, including the satisfaction of prerequisite courses. Should seats remain available in the program cohort, applicants who fulfill admissions criteria prior to the start of the program will be considered next.

The application deadline is May 15 alternate/even years (e.g. 2024, 2026, etc.) with classes starting in fall term.

(904) 646-2300 or hcic@fscj.edu.