Most employers require at least a bachelor's degree, but many certifications also lead to a degree in radiation therapy. It is a twelve month program and the program includes clinical setting while learning about human anatomy and physiology, physics, algebra, computer science and research methodology in a teaching environment. The program also involves improving students' technical skills because the profession requires a healthcare professional to administer the correct amount of dose to the patient. It also improves a worker's interpersonal skills because as mentioned earlier, cancer patients need to have a great relationship with their patients. Finally, it also improves students' technical skills because the profession works on a machine and knowledge of technical equipment is a requirement. Once the program is completed, the student will receive certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT). The student must adhere to the code of ethics and pass ARRT registration in order to begin working as a radiation oncologist. Radiation therapy is associated not only with ARRT but also with the American Society of Radiologic Technologist (ASRT) and the American Association of Medical
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