Radiotherapy and Dosimetry · Garbí

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This course trains you to apply radiotherapy treatments, using radiation to treat illness always under a doctor's prescription. You will also learn to look after the patient while they are in the unit, and to follow the radiation protection rules of the hospital. Your work placements take place in the radiology departments of the main hospitals and clinics in the area.

You will study treatment simulation, physical and clinical dosimetry, and treatments with teletherapy and brachytherapy. You will also take professional Catalan and English. When you finish, you can work as a senior radiotherapy technician, a specialist radiotherapy technician, an auxiliary staff member in radiation protection services, or a sales representative for medical radiology equipment. If you want to keep studying, you can access any university degree.

This is a good choice if you are interested in both medicine and technology, and if you enjoy working precisely and as part of a team. To enter, you need the Diagnostic Imaging and Nuclear Medicine higher-level course.

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Radiotherapy and Dosimetry

If you are interested in oncology, physics applied to medicine and working directly with patients, this vocational programme prepares you to operate radiotherapy equipment and take an active role in cancer treatment. It combines science, technology and a commitment to healthcare in a highly practical way. You will learn to identify normal and pathological medical images using anatomical criteria. You will operate radiotherapy equipment and verify that it is working correctly by following quality and safety protocols. You will study physical and clinical dosimetry, treatment simulation, teletherapy and brachytherapy. You will receive training in radiation protection and direct patient care. After completing the programme, you will be able to work in radiation oncology units, hospital medical physics departments, research centres or public and private healthcare companies.

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Higher Vocational Training

The Advanced Vocational Training Programme (CFGS) is the highest level of vocational education, designed for those who want to become advanced technicians with thorough, specialist training. Over two years, you gain advanced knowledge and real-world skills in your chosen sector. Advanced technical and practical training in your professional field Specialist modules combining applied theory with real workplace experience Development of management, analysis and decision-making skills The option to transfer credits and gain direct access to university Once you finish, you can enter the job market as an advanced technician or continue your education at university with recognised advantages.

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