r/BCIT • u/Ok-Enthusiasm2286 • 21d ago

Preparation for RADT program

I am enrolled and start in the radiation therapy program in September. I'm super excited to get started! Is there anyone currently in the program, or that has graduated from it, that can give me some recommendations on how to prepare for the program?

So far, I have been reading the Washington & Leaver "Principles of Radiation Therapy" text for the past few months and have been basically trying to learn that inside-out. Other than that, I've also brushed up on my anatomy & physiology knowledge as it has been a couple of years since I studied anything related to that.

Other than that, any recommendations? Tips? Heads-up on things to expect? Anything and everything is appreciated!

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u/Beginning_Class_2509 21d ago

hey! i just finished my first year in the program. what you’re doing right now is very impressive honestly i don’t think many of us even had the washington and leaver book before starting. that book is heavily referenced so what you’re doing is great! if possible, try and look at some CT scans showing relational anatomy between structures just to get familiar with how they look, they can be a bit tricky. if you’re on summer break right now, try and enjoy it as much as you can since stuff will pile up during the semesters! don’t worry about learning too much about all of those concepts yet, but it’s great that you’re getting familiar with it :) feel free to ask any other questions

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u/Ok-Enthusiasm2286 19d ago

Thank you so much for the response! I keep telling myself that I should take it easy before starting the program, but I just want to be as prepared as possible lol. How was the first year? What courses did you find most difficult, or was it moreso a challenge to balance all of the courses at once?

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u/Beginning_Class_2509 19d ago

overall the content of the courses is very manageable! i’d say the hardest one was probably physics in first semester, but once you get through that then second semester physics isn’t as difficult (more conceptual). juggling all of the work is definitely the hard part so focus on time management! i was still able to work a part time job throughout the year but it was definitely a struggle at times lol

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u/Ok-Enthusiasm2286 8d ago

Sounds good, thank you for your responses! 😊

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u/Worried_Compote7724 18d ago

Hey! I am so excited for you. I am hoping to get into next year. just a quick question- do grades matter or 60% is what we need. Can admission be denied or is it competitive in terms of grades.

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u/Ok-Enthusiasm2286 8d ago

Thank you! As far as I know, admission for the RT program is on "first come first serve" basis, so a minimum of 60% in the prereqs is what you need. I don't know if they'll be changing this but for the time being it remains that way.

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u/Worried_Compote7724 3d ago

For physics requirement, PHYS 1103 and 1203 would work without labs, if somebody has done it?