Program Overview

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Introduction to the Radiological Technology Program

The School of Health Sciences at Dalhousie University offers a four-year degree program in Radiological Technology. This program is designed to provide students with the necessary competencies to challenge the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) professional examination.

Program Overview

The program curriculum focuses on courses related to radiological technology, as well as interdisciplinary courses with students from other health professions. Each term, students spend time in the hospital to apply the theory they learn in class. In the summer term of years 1, 2, and 3, students complete an 8-week practicum, and during the fall and winter terms of year 3 and 4, most of the learning is in the clinical setting.

Program Courses

Examples of some of the courses in radiological technology are:

• Anatomy and Physiology
• Skeletal Radiography
• Imaging Equipment
• Applied Pathology
• Health Care Ethics
• Clinical Skills for Health Practice
• Digital Imaging
• Introduction to Health Practice

Clinical Rotations

One of the benefits of studying at the School of Health Sciences is the opportunity to do hands-on clinical work. In years 1, 2, and 3, every student spends 6-8 weeks during the summer term completing a clinical practicum in a healthcare setting. In addition, third-year students complete multiple clinical education courses directly in the clinical environment to help prepare them for entry to practice.

Entrance Requirements

To be considered for admission, high school applicants require grade 12 academic English, Math, Physics, and one of Chemistry or Biology with no mark below 70% in each of these courses and an overall minimum average of 75%. Post-secondary applicants require a minimum GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.30 scale), with no grade lower than C in prerequisite courses.

Admission Priority

Priority admission in the Radiological Technology program will be given to qualified Nova Scotia residents. If seats remain, residents of other maritime provinces followed by residents across Canada will be considered. Admission can be competitive, and meeting the minimum entrance requirements does not guarantee admission.

Professional Association

The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) is the national professional association for radiological technologists as well as student radiological technologists. Upon completion of the Health Sciences program, graduates write a national certification exam which (once passed) will allow them to work anywhere in Canada and use the designation RTR (registered technologist in radiological technology) after their name.

Job Opportunities

Currently, there is a shortage of radiological technologists; most graduates have employment before they leave the program. Working hours and salaries vary from province to province. Graduates may also find employment in any country that accepts the CAMRT designation.

Accreditation

Yes, the program is accredited by Accreditation Canada.

Program Accreditation and Certification

The program's accrediting body is Accreditation Canada. For more information, the list of accredited radiological technology programs can be found through Accreditation Canada. Upon completion of the program, graduates are eligible to write the national certification exam administered by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT), which, once passed, allows them to work anywhere in Canada and use the designation RTR (registered technologist in radiological technology) after their name.