Radiation Oncology, A.A.S.

First Year

Second Year

Total Minimum Credits for Degree: 68

¹ HLT 105  or CPR certification can be used to satisfy one credit of this requirement.

² Electives must be chosen from the specific list referenced in the curriculum requirements above.

³ Students who have completed BIO 141  within five years prior to the date of admission into the program may receive credit for BIO 145 .

* This course has a requisite. Requisites for all courses are listed in the course description section at the back of the catalog.

Note: Support courses (non-ROC courses) may be taken prior to entry.

Admission Requirements: Applicants to the Radiation Oncology program must hold a high-school diploma or GED and meet the developmental requirements. Additionally, applicants must complete prerequisites listed below with a grade of “C”or higher by the end of Spring Semester prior to the beginning of the program:

• Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, or Developmental Mathematic Units 1-9
• Two units of high school or college biology, chemistry, or physics

Admission Procedures: The Radiation Oncology applicant is responsible for making certain that the following have been submitted in addition to a current college application by the March 15 deadline:

• Completed program application form
• Official high school transcript
• Copy of GED scores if applicable
• Official transcripts from all colleges attended (VWCC and other Virginia community college transcripts are not necessary)
• Two (2) letters of recommendation, such as, employers or professors
• Copy of any professional licensure or certification

Note: If applying for the joint venture site at Northern Virginia Community College, applicants must complete a college application for NOVA, in addition to VWCC.

The Radiation Oncology Program is a selective admissions program requiring an application to the college as well as a separate application to the program.

The Radiation Oncology application form and additional program information can be accessed from our website at http://www.virginiawestern.edu/academics/health/oncology/index.php. Application packets are also available in the Health Professions Office. Early application is encouraged for advising purposes.

Applicants must also take the math placement test at Virginia Western. Additional information regarding the math evaluation procedures will be mailed to applicants upon receipt of the above completed academic file.

Qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview appointment during the spring semester. Applicants considered by the Radiation Oncology Admissions Committee will be notified by mail in May regarding fall admission. If the number of qualified applicants is below the maximum enrollment for VWCC or NOVA, the application deadline may be extended for that site.

Students interested in this program should consult the VWCC Radiation Oncology Program page, VWCC Policy on Infections Disease Status, Essential Radiation Oncology Functions, Clinical Environment, Student Responsibilities, and Student Retention and Readmission Policy. These pages can be accessed through the VWCC Website.

Program Notes: The program has been accredited by the authority of the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606-2901. Telephone (312) 704-5300.

Individuals who have a felony or misdemeanor conviction may not be allowed to take the national certification exam. This decision is made by the the America Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT). For questions regarding this issue call the ARRT or visit their website at www.ARRT.org.

Clinical agencies may require that students have periodic background checks and drug screenings completed at the student’s expense before beginning clinical rotations. A positive background check, drug screen, and/or felony conviction may dismiss the student from the program.

Retention Policy: Successful completion of the program requires students to maintain a “C”or better in all Radiation Oncology courses and MTH 163 . MTH 163  must be successfully completed by the end of the first spring semester. A complete statement of the above policies is outlined in the Radiation Oncology Student Handbook.