Radiological Control/Protection Technician & Health Physics Technician (RCT/RPT/HPT)
Train for high-demand radiation protection careers at Department of Energy sites (e.g., the Hanford Site) and commercial and government nuclear facilities (e.g., Energy Northwest, Perma-Fix, Framatome). Radiation protection technicians can earn competitive wages that grow with experience and overtime; actual pay varies by employer, role, and site and is not guaranteed.
12 weeksUp to 48 CSU creditsIn-person, hands-on + classroom (Richland, WA)
What you'll learn
- Radiation detection, measurement, and dose assessment
- Survey, monitoring, and contamination control practices
- Regulatory compliance (10 CFR 835, DOE directives)
- Radiological work planning and ALARA practices
- Hands-on instrument use and calibration
Career outcomes
- Radiological Control Technician (RCT)
- Radiation Protection Technician (RPT)
- Health Physics Technician (HPT)
- Senior RCT at DOE sites
While employment is never guaranteed, we are committed to equipping every student with the knowledge, tools, and professional confidence needed to compete in today's workforce.
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