Gwynedd Mercy University 2025-2026 University Catalog 208
and verified by the Program Director. Students must complete all competencies in order to be eligible to submit their online application to the ARRT. The ARRT will review all applications and approve eligibility to take the examination. Applicants must be in good standing and in compliance with the ARRT Standard of Ethics and Rules and Regulations. Any applicant who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor should contact the ARRT prior to application and have their case reviewed. The ARRT reserves the right to refuse eligibility to any applicant whom they find not in compliance with the Rules and Regulations and Standards of Ethics.
Program Learning Outcomes and Goals: Goals: * Graduates will be competent entry level radiation therapists. * Students will demonstrate critical thinking. * Students will demonstrate effective communication skills. * The students / graduates will model professionalism.
Program Student Learning Outcomes: At the completion of the radiation therapy program, the graduates will demonstrate: PLO1 Empathic patient centered care. PLO2 Application of appropriate radiation safety principles. PLO3 Accuracy in performing radiation therapy procedures. PLO4 Effective oral and written communication skills. PLO5 Appropriate response to events in clinical and lab situations. PLO6 Appropriate professional behaviors.
For Major Requirements, see Program Handbook and Curriculum Sheets: The Radiation Therapy Program has a carefully developed, approved curriculum of study. The program will follow the most recent radiation therapy curriculum published by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists( ASRT). Additionally, the most recent American Registry of Registered Radiographers( ARRT) guidelines are integrated into the curriculum. A full description of each program with the required academic courses and the courses of the concentration of study are available in the University catalog, as well as a sample curriculum sheet for both the Bachelor of Science and the Bachelor of Health Science degree.
Academic Criteria for Admission, Progression and Retention
Program Admissions Requirements and Procedures: Gwynedd Mercy University and the Radiation Therapy Bachelor of Science degree programs are open to all individuals of any race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, national origin, and any other protected class. The program has a rolling admission policy and admission decisions are based on academic performance, experience, and achievement of the applicant. Completed applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis. Admission to the program is limited due to clinical placement.
First-Time Students: The requirements for a first-time student entering the University include the following:
• Completed application
• Evidence of high school graduation, which can be an official transcript or a copy of their General Education Development( GED) tests results. The high school transcript must show satisfactory completion of High School Math( Algebra, Calculus or Trigonometry) and Science( Biology and recommended Physics).