Key Details
Program Start Dates
September 2024
Please visit Ontario College Application Service to learn more about start dates
Credential
Ontario College Advanced Diploma
Program Duration
7 SemestersCurrently not available for international students
Program Contacts
Cassandra Levesque
Program Coordinator / Professor
cassandra.levesque@cambriancollege.ca
Jennifer Ayotte
Clinical Coordinator
jennifer.ayotte@cambriancollege.ca
Program Overview
Gain the necessary skills for the physical and mental demands of an MRT career
Master the science and art of capturing and analyzing the inner structure of the human body. As a medical radiation technologist (MRT) student, areas of study will include anatomy and physiology, procedures and protocols, patient care, pathology, and imaging concepts. Through the program, you’ll also demonstrate proficiency in general radiographic procedures, and fluoroscopy and CT scanning in radiographic and patient simulation labs.
This profession requires you to be in good physical health with the ability to assist patients with transfer, move portable imaging equipment, and have strong visual and hearing acuity. During this intense program, you’ll gain essential competency skills and knowledge, including a full-year placement at a hospital. During clinical placement there is an emphasis on the demonstration of team member, problem solving, and critical thinking skills. You’ll be prepared to confront trauma, operating room procedures, and other challenging patient conditions.
Program Highlights
Program highlights
- Limited enrolment
- Hands-on experience in radiographic and patient simulation labs
- 3 consecutive semesters of training at an affiliated hospital site in Canada
- Grads are eligible to write the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) certification exam to become registered to practice throughout the country
- Accredited by Accreditation Canada
Admissions
Admission requirements
For graduates of the new curriculum (OSS): Ontario Secondary School Diploma (30 credits) or equivalent or mature student status, including:
- Any grade 12 English (C) or (U)
- Any grade 12 mathematics (C), (U), or (M)
- Any grade 12 biology (U), or chemistry (C) or (U), or introductory kinesiology (U)
- Any grade 12 physics (C) or (U)
Please note: A minimum of 75% is required in each prerequisite course
Additional admission requirements
Requirements for clinical placement
The following requirements must be met prior to the start of clinical training.
- Respiratory Mask Fit testing
- WHMIS training
- CPR Level Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Standard First Aid Course Certificate
- Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
- AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act)
- Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps
- Proof of vaccination and/or immunization for measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, polio, hepatitis B, tetanus/diphtheria, pertussis and COVID-19
- Influenza vaccination, when available
- Tuberculosis screening
Recommendations
- Computer competency in relevant software
Note: Cambrian’s Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees (PHPG) program can also provide you with the necessary requirements for application to limited enrolment health programs. The minimum grades required for successful admission will be determined by the quality and quantity of the applicant pool. Limited enrolment programs are identified within the detailed program descriptions.
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Program Delivery
Program delivery
2024-2025
Fall term start
SEMESTER 1: Fall 2024
SEMESTER 2: Winter 2025
SEMESTER 3: Fall 2025
SEMESTER 4: Winter 2026
SEMESTER 5: Fall 2026
SEMESTER 6: Winter 2027
SEMESTER 7: Spring 2027
Program of Study
Program of study for 2024-25 Academic Year
| Semester 1 | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 1005 | Radiographic Skeletal Anatomy | 2 |
| BIO 1025 | Medical Imaging Anatomy and Physiology I | 3 |
| ENG 1121 | Research & Writing/Health Sciences | 3 |
| MRT 1104 | Radiation Sciences | 3 |
| MRT 1121 | Medical Radiation Lab Practice I | 2 |
| MRT 1120 | Imaging Principles and Concepts I | 3 |
| MRT 1144 | Radiographic Procedures I | 6 |
| Credits | 22 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| BIO 1026 | Medical Imaging Anatomy and Physiology II | 3 |
| HEA 1022 | Canadian Health Care | 3 |
| MRT 1241 | Intro to Health Research | 3 |
| MRT 1005 | Digital Imaging and PACS | 3 |
| MRT 1022 | Medical Radiation Lab Practice II | 2 |
| MRT 1244 | Radiographic Procedures II | 5 |
| One General Education course. 1 | 3 | |
| Credits | 22 | |
| Semester 3 | ||
| MRT 1150 | Patient Management I | 2 |
| MRT 1201 | Radiographic Pathology I | 3 |
| MRT 1210 | Dedicated Radiographic Equip | 3 |
| MRT 2344 | Radiographic Procedures III | 5 |
| MRT 1023 | Medical Radiation Lab Practice III | 2 |
| MRT 2370 | X-Ray Safety and QC | 4 |
| One General Education course. 1 | 3 | |
| Credits | 22 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| BIO 1006 | Cross Sectional Anatomy | 3 |
| MRT 1004 | Clinical Preparation | 4 |
| MRT 2310 | Computed Tomography Princ/Pro | 3 |
| MRT 2350 | Patient Management II | 4 |
| MRT 2340 | Health Legis. & Professional Pract | 3 |
| MRT 1202 | Radiographic Pathology II | 3 |
| One General Education course. 1 | 3 | |
| Credits | 23 | |
| Semester 5 | ||
| MRT 1006 | Clinical Practicum I | 13 |
| MRT 3511 | Medical Radiation Technology Theory Review I | 3 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Semester 6 | ||
| MRT 1007 | Clinical Practicum II | 13 |
| MRT 3512 | Medical Radiation Technology Theory Review II | 3 |
| Credits | 16 | |
| Semester 7 | ||
| MRT 1008 | Clinical Practicum III | 13 |
| Credits | 13 | |
| Total Credits | 134 | |
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For more information regarding General Education courses, click here.
Important Notice
Fees presented are estimates based on projections for future academic year(s) of study. Actual fees charged may differ from what is published here. A full detailed listing of all fees is available in myCambrian and updated annually no later than May 1 for the following academic year. Students in Academic Upgrading are responsible for any fees listed on their invoice each term.
Tuition and ancillary fees
Please see our fees page for the breakdown of tuition and mandatory ancillary fees by program and semester for both domestic and international students.
Books and supplies
Books and supplies may be required at the course level over and above what is estimated above. Please consult your professor/instructor for further information.
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Work-integrated learning (WIL)
Take your education beyond the classroom!
Cambrian programs blend academic learning, hands-on training, and community involvement opportunities to help you achieve your ultimate goal – your dream career. You’ll have the opportunity to apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios within and outside of the classroom through work-integrated learning. Whether it be a capstone project, co-op, practicum, preceptorship component, or placement, you’ll benefit from a practical, job-related experience before you graduate.
Work-integrated learning (WIL) resources
Your program may give you the opportunity to gain practical work experience through a capstone project, co-op, practicum, preceptorship component, or placement. Before starting your program it’s important to understand the differences between the opportunities as well as the requirements.
Fieldwork and placement details – You must participate in a full-time clinical training experience in semesters five, six, and seven of the program. In the hospital environment, you may be exposed to disturbing situations when dealing with trauma, operating room procedures, or other challenging patient conditions.
Placement locations are determined before clinical practicum courses through a site selection process. Clinical partner sites are subject to change; therefore, specific geographic regions may not be available at the time of your placement and other regions may be added. Please note that when you accept a seat in the program, you also accept to go to any of the program’s affiliated clinical sites available at the time of your placement. The placement will be delivered at an accredited hospital in Canada that is an approved clinical partner of Cambrian College.
All related clinical placement expenses, such as travel, parking, and accommodation, are the responsibility of the student. Students continue their clinical placement hours through reading week with no interruption.
Before the start of clinical training, all hospital sites require documentation of vaccinations, and/or immunity, and other non-medical requirements.
To graduate from the Medical Radiation Technology program at Cambrian College, you must demonstrate the skills, knowledge, and judgment determined by the competency profile of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT). These competencies must be demonstrated within the time frame of the clinical portion of the program.
Field of Study
School of Health Sciences
Cambrian offers a rich assortment of gratifying careers that focus on supporting health and improving well-being. Our on-campus dental and massage clinics provide opportunities for real-world experiences with the local community. Our MRI, medical lab, radiation technologist, and health analytics programs equip you with in-demand skills. From our state-of-the-art fitness lab to occupational and physiotherapy support training, there’s a program to transform your helpful nature into a career.
Specific program pathway
Furthering your studies
Students successfully completing the Medical Radiation Technology program may be eligible to further their studies in Cambrian’s one-year Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) – Graduate Certificate program. There are also post-graduate certificate program opportunities in multiple imaging modalities available to graduates of this program.
College or university degree opportunities
If you are a graduate of this program, you may continue your studies at a college or university and you may receive credit(s) for your prior college education. Refer to Cambrian’s college and university agreement details for further information.
Career Outcomes
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Minimum technology requirements
Success in this program requires that you come equipped with some program-specific technology requirements.
Minimum technology requirements
- Regular access to a computer with a reliable Internet connection
- Webcam and headset
- Personal computer
- Windows 8, 8.1, or 10 operating system
- Web browser: Firefox, Chrome, Internet Explorer 10 or higher
- Apple Mac
- OS X operating system
- Web browser: Firefox or Safari
You’ll be accessing industry-standard software as part of your program. Your program coordinator and IT will set you up with access on your computer or within our campus labs. If you have any questions about these technology requirements, please email info@cambriancollege.ca or call (705) 566-8101, ext. 7303.
System requirements for assistive technology
To access the widest range of assistive technology (AT), a Windows-based computer is recommended.
- Recommended OS: Windows 10 or newer
- Recommended CPU: Intel or AMD multicore processor
- Recommended RAM: 8 GB
- Recommended storage for assistive technology: 8 GB of available hard drive of solid state drive space (please note this is not the total drive size and refers specifically to available space needed for assistive technology)
- Recommended audio: Speakers or headphones for text-to-speech and microphone for speech input
While Apple computers can provide many AT options, some specialized software may not be available/compatible with this platform. Please consult with the Glenn Crombie Centre for further details.
Bring your own device (BYOD)
Cambrian College has implemented a BYOD principle to both enrich the student learning experience in and out of the classroom and to ensure flexibility!
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