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Medical Radiation Technology

MRPGSchool of Health Sciences

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Key Details

Program Start Dates

September 2025

Please visit Ontario College Application Service to learn more about start dates.

Program Delivery

Campus / Full-time

Credential

Ontario College Advanced Diploma

Program Duration

7 Semesters / 3 Years
Currently not available for international students

Program Contacts

Cassandra Levesque

Program Coordinator / Professor

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705-566-8101 ext.7627

Program Overview

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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. Simulation and scenario labs are used to demonstrate and perform venipuncture insertion, intravenous therapy and emergency procedures. 

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 
  • Three 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 Four 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.

Clinical placement requirements

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. Your placement location may be different from your preference and you should expect that you may have to relocate for 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.

Before the start of clinical training, all hospital sites require documentation of vaccinations, and/or immunity, and other non-medical requirements.

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Program delivery

Program delivery

2025-2026

Fall term start

  • Semester 1: Fall 2025
  • Semester 2: Winter 2026
  • Semester 3: Fall 2026
  • Semester 4: Winter 2027
  • Semester 5: Fall 2027
  • Semester 6: Winter 2028
  • Semester 7: Spring 2028

Program of Study

Program of study for 2025-26 Academic Year 

Plan of Study Grid
Semester 1Credits
BIO 1005Radiographic Skeletal Anatomy2
BIO 1025Medical Imaging Anatomy and Physiology I3
ENG 1121Research & Writing/Health Sciences3
MRT 1104Radiation Sciences3
MRT 1121Medical Radiation Lab Practice I2
MRT 1120Imaging Principles and Concepts I3
MRT 1144Radiographic Procedures I6
 Credits22
Semester 2
BIO 1026Medical Imaging Anatomy and Physiology II3
HEA 1022Canadian Health Care3
MRT 1241Intro to Health Research3
MRT 1005Digital Imaging and PACS3
MRT 1022Medical Radiation Lab Practice II2
MRT 1244Radiographic Procedures II5
One General Education course. 13
 Credits22
Semester 3
MRT 1150Patient Management I2
MRT 1201Radiographic Pathology I3
MRT 1210Dedicated Radiographic Equip3
MRT 2344Radiographic Procedures III5
MRT 1023Medical Radiation Lab Practice III2
MRT 2370X-Ray Safety and QC4
One General Education course. 13
 Credits22
Semester 4
BIO 1006Cross Sectional Anatomy3
MRT 1004Clinical Preparation4
MRT 2310Computed Tomography Princ/Pro3
MRT 2350Patient Management II4
MRT 2340Health Legis. & Professional Pract3
MRT 1202Radiographic Pathology II3
One General Education course. 13
 Credits23
Semester 5
MRT 1006Clinical Practicum I13
MRT 3511Medical Radiation Technology Theory Review I3
 Credits16
Semester 6
MRT 1007Clinical Practicum II13
MRT 3512Medical Radiation Technology Theory Review II3
 Credits16
Semester 7
MRT 1008Clinical Practicum III13
 Credits13
 Total Credits134
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For more information regarding General Education courses, click here.

Fees

Tuition Cost

Canadian Students

$7,359.19Estimated first year costView fee breakdown

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.

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.

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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

Employment opportunities

Graduates are prepared for employment opportunities as:

  • Medical radiation technologists in diagnostic imaging departments in hospitals and independent health facilities.
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Minimum technology requirements

Success in this program requires that you come equipped with some program-specific technology requirements.

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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Start gaining the highest level of skills at Cambrian now – and you’ll be ready to take advantage of the many career opportunities waiting for you just around the corner. The future is yours!

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