Health Physics Technician

Health Physics Technician (HPT) Program

This program prepares students for entry‑level employment as junior health physics/ radiological control technicians in environments such as national laboratories, nuclear facilities, accelerators, dosimetry labs, and university research settings.

The program provides intensive, competency‑based training in radiological safety theory and practical skills over one 16‑week semester. Due to the demanding nature of this field, applicants should carefully consider the academic, physical, and mental requirements necessary for success.

Enrollment Deadlines & Requirements

The HPT program has two cohorts each year:

• Fall Cohort (August–December): Application deadline July 1

• Spring Cohort (January–May): Application deadline November 1

All application requirements are listed on the Requirements Tab.

Admission is competitive and based on available space and completion of requirements. Late or incomplete packets are not accepted. Meeting minimum criteria does not guarantee admission. Applicants not selected must reapply during the next application period.

All students in the program are required to attend an orientation the week prior to the start of the cohort.

Schedule:

Lecture will be Mondays-Fridays 8am-11am

Labs will be broken into 2 sections

                                Section A: Mondays and Tuesdays 12-3pm

                                Section B: Wednesdays and Thursdays 12-3pm

Cost of the program: $4300

The student must pay in full at the time of registration

Funding opportunities coming soon!

Use the Apply Now button to submit your application:

Applicants will be notified of their status within one week after the application window closes.

Any inquiries about the Health Physics Technician application process can be sent to HPTapplications@cei.edu