The Radiation Therapy program uses classroom, laboratory and clinical education to prepare students to work as Radiation Therapists in cancer
treatment centers, hospitals, clinics, private office and research centers. Radiation Therapists work under the direction of a radiation oncologist
to treat patients with malignant diseases using ionizing radiation. The program uses a combination of technical and general education courses to
emphasize decision-making and critical thinking skills based upon a solid clinical foundation. MTI has the only Radiation Therapy program in South Dakota.
Admissions Requirements: Applicant must be ARRT registered in Radiologic Technology or registry eligible with the American Registry of Radiologic
Technologists (
www.aart.org). 40 hours must be spent shadowing in a radiation therapy facility, submission of a written essay describing and analyzing
the visit, and a personal interview with the MTI Admissions Committee. Immunization requirements and background
checks will have to be met before entering the clinical setting. See the Program Director for details.