Radiation Protection for Patients Training
This course equips you with hands-on methods to protect patients from radiation in CT and X-ray imaging. Explore ALARA principles, dose reduction techniques for children and pregnant patients, optimal positioning, shielding practices, quality assurance, and effective risk communication. Reduce exposure risks effectively without sacrificing image clarity, enhancing department safety and efficiency.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain practical strategies to minimise radiation doses in exams while ensuring top diagnostic quality. Master essential protection principles, vital dose measures, and proven protocols for adults, kids, and unique groups. Develop expertise in patient positioning, clear communication, quality checks, and dose tracking to boost safety, meet standards, and streamline your radiology work.
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Develop skills
- Apply ALARA and justification principles to reduce patient doses while keeping image quality high.
- Optimise CT and X-ray protocols with kVp, mAs, AEC, and appropriate scan ranges.
- Use tailored low-dose methods for paediatric and pregnancy-safe imaging.
- Track and lower exposure via dose monitoring, DRLs, and regular audits.
- Clearly explain radiation risks to patients and clinicians in daily practice.
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