Mission:
The mission of Hillsborough Community College’s Radiation Therapy Program is to prepare and empower graduates with a strong academic, clinical, and professional foundation, to meet the needs of patients and the community as entry-level radiation therapists.
Goals and Student Learning Outcomes (SLO):
Goal 1: Students will demonstrate competent clinical skills
Student Learning Outcome:
1. Students will demonstrate proficiency in operating the linear accelerator
2. Students demonstrate competent treatment setup techniques
3. Students demonstrate proficiency in patient care skills
Goal 2: Students/Graduates will demonstrate effective critical thinking skills
Student Learning Outcome:
1. Students recognize and resolve discrepancies in patient treatment
2. Students recognize and interpret all CT and patient setup procedures prior to scanning
Goal 3: Students will be effective communicators
Student Learning Outcome:
1. Students effectively communicate with patients
2. Students effectively communicate with clinical staff
Goal 4: Students/Graduates will exhibit professionalism
Student Learning Outcome:
1. Students demonstrate a positive attitude and willingness to learn
2. Students effectively respond to constructive feedback