Radiation protection is a critical component of the limited scope radiography program. In this course, students will learn the principles of ionizing radiation, including its biological effects, units of measurement, and radiation dose limits. They will understand and apply ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principles to minimize radiation exposure to patients, healthcare personnel, and the general public. Students will become proficient in implementing proper radiation shielding techniques, including the use of lead aprons, thyroid collars, and gonadal shields, to protect sensitive tissues from unnecessary radiation exposure. They will also gain a comprehensive understanding of regulatory guidelines and legal requirements related to radiation safety and protection, including documentation, monitoring, and record-keeping. This program has been approved by the ARRT for CQR credits in the following categories (see below).

BD-2016: Patient Care

Patient Bone Health, Care, and Radiation Principles

1.00 CQR Credit

CT-2016: Safety

Radiation Safety and Dosimetry

3.00 CQR Credits

CT-2017: Safety

Radiation Safety and Dose

3.00 CQR Credits

NMT-2017: Safety

Radiation Physics, Radiobiology, and Regulations

6.00 CQR Credits

RA-2017: Safety

Radiation Protection and Equipment Operation

7.50 CQR Credits

RA-2018: Safety

Patient Safety, Radiation Protection and Equipment Operation

7.50 CQR Credits

RAD-2017: Safety

Radiation Physics and Radiobiology

3.00 CQR Credits

RAD-2017: Safety

Radiation Protection

3.00 CQR Credits

THR-2017: Safety

Radiation Physics, Equipment, and Quality Assurance

2.00 CQR Credits

THR-2017: Safety

Radiation Protection

4.00 CQR Credits

CI-2017: Image Production

Image Acquisition and Equipment

3.00 CQR Credits

RAD-2017: Image Production

Image Acquisition and Technical Evaluation

1.50 CQR Credits

RAD-2017: Image Production

Equipment Operation and Quality Assurance

2.00 CQR Credits

VI-2017: Image Production

Image Acquisition and Equipment

3.00 CQR Credits