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Essentials of radiation safety

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Master the principles and policies vital for the safe use of radiation. In this interactive radiation safety course, you'll gain an in-depth understanding of the principles of radiobiology as well as the risks and regulations involved with it. Through presentations, animations and activities based on real-world examples, you'll cover everything from safety management plans and risk assessment, to radiation dose limits, protection principles, disposal and storage.

Whether you're in – or aspire to be in – management, healthcare, research, mining, education, emergency management or any field related to radiation, this course equips you with versatile skills applicable across various sectors. Upskill now to ensure you can handle radiation responsibly and effectively in any situation.

This course has complete flexibility, allowing you to enrol at any time, and work at a pace that suits you.

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Key information

Sessions

Fees

$495

Time commitment

Approx. 20 hours

Delivery

Online

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements. However, you will need easy access to a computer and the internet, basic computer literacy skills and proficiency in English. While this is a standalone course, you may benefit from the knowledge that builds across our suite of nuclear science and safety microcredentials, in the following order: Nuclear Science Essentials, Radiation Science Essentials, Essentials of Radiation Safety and Essentials of Nuclear Safety and Security.

Who this course is for

This course is designed to provide a foundational understanding of the principles and applications of radiation safety, emergency response and management. It is ideal if you already work in health, emergency management, science education, regulation, policy development or research and wish to enhance your knowledge. Plus, it provides a robust foundation of skills for those looking to enter any of these fields, or, indeed, the mining, waste management, sustainability or military sectors.

What you'll learn

You’ll learn how to:

  • master the language of radiation science
  • understand radiobiology principles
  • explain how radiation interacts with the human body
  • apply radiation protection and planning principles
  • calibrate exposure and dose limits
  • deploy radiation safety measures, including in waste management.

Sample schedule not available.

Course outcomes

On successful completion of this course, you'll get:

  • a digital microcredential badge
  • transferrable understanding of radiation protection protocols
  • the capability to craft a radiation safety management plan
  • skills to accurately measure and calculate exposure rates
  • knowledge on managing radiation exposure
  • the ability to communicate safety principles and policies to diverse stakeholders.

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