Becoming a Radiation Therapist - What is it really like?

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  • @pete2561
    @pete2561 Рік тому +8

    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.

  • @ErgoPr0xxyy
    @ErgoPr0xxyy 7 років тому +108

    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
      @blackbeauty5811 4 роки тому +8

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

    • @armensabezian4221
      @armensabezian4221 3 роки тому +8

      did you ever end up becoming one!

    • @MISSRUE32MCGEE
      @MISSRUE32MCGEE Рік тому +1

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

  • @mrAZcardinal
    @mrAZcardinal 4 роки тому +41

    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
      @ninaalyssa6625 3 роки тому +3

      I was wondering this exact same thing!

    • @strumpeteer
      @strumpeteer 3 роки тому +19

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

    • @mrAZcardinal
      @mrAZcardinal 3 роки тому +11

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

    • @bouncebackstronger1294
      @bouncebackstronger1294 2 роки тому +5

      @@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

  • @sofizu94
    @sofizu94 7 років тому +44

    I'm a radiation therapist in indonesia 😇😇😇

    • @iMysteriousRain
      @iMysteriousRain 7 років тому +1

      ukhti sofi how much u make

    • @anonymousss3208
      @anonymousss3208 6 років тому +1

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

    • @doglover0355
      @doglover0355 4 роки тому

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

  • @mikehunt8161
    @mikehunt8161 4 роки тому +22

    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
      @cookiek.5224 4 роки тому +5

      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
      @alucidmirage5602 4 роки тому +4

      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
      @ryleyskog4906 3 роки тому +4

      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
      @strumpeteer 3 роки тому +1

      Finding answers from the comment section of a UA-cam 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!

  • @JineMD
    @JineMD 10 років тому +7

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

  • @coolkoala282
    @coolkoala282 3 роки тому +1

    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 ?

  • @dtrimarchi5
    @dtrimarchi5 9 років тому +17

    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
      @janordanu2008 6 років тому

      D Trim what is an RT?

    • @janordanu2008
      @janordanu2008 6 років тому

      Cho Oo okay thank you

    • @ernestwilson8395
      @ernestwilson8395 5 років тому

      John Doh what about a bachelors degree in psychology

    • @clm21
      @clm21 5 років тому +2

      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
      @Ella-ns9ps 4 роки тому

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

  • @moreclothesthansense
    @moreclothesthansense 8 років тому +3

    Awesome video! Very helpful!!

  • @troysmitson9459
    @troysmitson9459 6 років тому +17

    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
      @iMonsieurAnthony 6 років тому +14

      Troy Smitson no youre not

    • @sanitary103
      @sanitary103 6 років тому +26

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

    • @lseay9030
      @lseay9030 6 років тому +6

      Never

    • @tanichea327
      @tanichea327 6 років тому +7

      You can do it man. Go for it!

    • @vashon6817
      @vashon6817 5 років тому +3

      Troy Smitson no you no aren’t

  • @ethanbates3484
    @ethanbates3484 4 роки тому +2

    whats the music in the beginning? its fire

    • @fluffybunny644
      @fluffybunny644 3 роки тому

      facts it hits different

    • @eytsx
      @eytsx 3 роки тому

      The Gun - Lou Reed

  • @Varshitha-hk5br
    @Varshitha-hk5br 4 роки тому

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

    • @dp_upperscore8119
      @dp_upperscore8119 4 роки тому +1

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

    • @mikehunt8161
      @mikehunt8161 4 роки тому +2

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

    • @dp_upperscore8119
      @dp_upperscore8119 4 роки тому +1

      @@mikehunt8161 hmm interesting

  • @neharani5322
    @neharani5322 4 роки тому +1

    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
      @pranisa9658 3 роки тому

      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
      @neharani5322 3 роки тому

      @@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
      @azrin2570 3 роки тому

      @@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
      @azrin2570 3 роки тому

      Pls reply if possible:)

    • @neharani5322
      @neharani5322 3 роки тому

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

  • @alphaone321
    @alphaone321 3 роки тому

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

    • @woodybostic1128
      @woodybostic1128 3 роки тому

      Yes

    • @alphaone321
      @alphaone321 3 роки тому

      @@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
      @strumpeteer 3 роки тому +7

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

    • @Jamie-mm8cj
      @Jamie-mm8cj Рік тому +1

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

  • @TheJavondie
    @TheJavondie 4 роки тому +19

    Not one man with brown skin like mines 😶

    • @misterstun1887
      @misterstun1887 4 роки тому +41

      Be the first then

    • @Klutchh_Kam
      @Klutchh_Kam 4 роки тому +12

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

    • @misterstun1887
      @misterstun1887 4 роки тому +2

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

    • @Klutchh_Kam
      @Klutchh_Kam 4 роки тому +4

      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
      @misterstun1887 4 роки тому +3

      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

  • @robpeters2296
    @robpeters2296 5 років тому +4

    Is this an all women career?

    • @wolfiehampton727
      @wolfiehampton727 4 роки тому +2

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

  • @MedievalMan
    @MedievalMan 8 років тому +8

    Shes really cute! She reminds me of my girlfriend.

    • @JoeCnNd
      @JoeCnNd 8 років тому +38

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

    • @MrRainbowSprinkles
      @MrRainbowSprinkles 4 роки тому

      Red pill, Joe?