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Level 3 NVQ Radiation Protection Online

Cost£3,694.00
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyGQA
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About this course

Level 3 NVQ Radiation Protection. Study online at your own pace, fitting the course around your work and other commitments. University Centre Somerset delivers this qualification fully online, so you don't need to travel to a centre.

The NVQ Diploma in Radiation Protection covers the practical skills and knowledge needed to manage radiation safely in a workplace setting. You'll study topics such as radiation hazards, monitoring techniques, protective measures, and relevant legislation. The course typically takes two years to complete.

You'll finish with an NVQ Diploma in Radiation Protection at Level 3.

Who this course is for

UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite. Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes such as furthering personal development and career opportunities. They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.

What you will learn

  • You'll identify and assess radiation hazards in the workplace.
  • You'll apply radiation monitoring techniques and interpret results.
  • You'll implement protective measures to reduce radiation exposure.
  • You'll understand the legislation and regulations governing radiation safety.
  • You'll maintain accurate records of radiation monitoring and incidents.
  • You'll advise colleagues on safe working practices around radiation sources.

How you will learn

This is a work-based NVQ, so assessment is built around your real job role. You'll build a portfolio of evidence drawn from your workplace practice. A qualified assessor will review your evidence and may observe you at work. Contact University Centre Somerset directly to confirm the specific assessment arrangements for this course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. University Centre Somerset will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Radiation protection supervisor, oversees safe use of radiation sources at work.
  • Radiation protection officer, manages radiation safety programmes for an organisation.
  • Radiological safety adviser, provides specialist guidance on radiation risk.
  • Health physics technician, monitors radiation levels in industrial or medical settings.
  • Nuclear industry safety officer, enforces radiation safety standards on site.
  • Medical physics support worker, assists with radiation safety in healthcare environments.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Award in Radiation Protection Supervision, a step toward formal recognition as a Radiation Protection Supervisor.
  • NEBOSH National General Certificate, broadens your health and safety knowledge beyond radiation.
  • Level 5 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, for those moving into senior safety management roles.
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