Studies have shown an increased risk for various cancers, specifically brain cancer, in healthcare workers occupationally exposed to ionizing radiation. This course takes a closer look at the risks of radiation to hospital workers and patients and ways to help decrease the risk.

IACET Accreditation

OSHAcademy is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and offers IACET CEUs for courses that meet ANSI/IACET standards. IACET is globally recognized for promoting the quality of continuing education and training.

Free Access

As an OSHAcademy student, you have free access to all our training materials, including knowledge checks and course activities. Documentation of your training–such as exam scores, certificates, and transcripts–can be accessed by purchasing a certificate package.

Modules: 1
Hours: 1
Sectors: Healthcare
IACET: 0.1 CEUs

Fee

FREE Access
$ PDF & Original Certificates
$ Original Certificate
$ PDF Certificate

Shipping & Handling not included for original certificate prices.

  • Key Topics

    • Radiation in Healthcare
    • Non-Ionizing & Ionizing Radiation
    • X-Ray Controls
    • Radiation Detection
    • Internal & External Contamination
    • Radiation Exposure and Emergencies
    • Acute Radiation Syndrome
    • Cutaneous Radiation Injury
    • Long-Term Health Effects of Radiation Exposure
  • Target Audience

    • Employee