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Start Your Career in Radiological Protection: RCT | HPT | RPT – Online DOE Core Training Launch your nuclear career entirely online with this comprehensive DOE Core Training Preparation Program. Designed for aspiring Radiological Control Technicians (RCT), Health Physics Technicians (HPT), and Radiological Protection Technicians (RPT), this program equips you to pass the DOE Core Exam and gain the foundational knowledge to work safely and confidently in nuclear environments. Anyone can take the course—no college degree or prior nuclear experience is required. (A GED or high school diploma is only required for employment at DOE sites.) Students earn a Core Training Card and Certificate upon completion, demonstrating readiness for entry-level roles in a high-demand field. Learn what a rad tech does: monitor radiation, operate detectors, ensure safety compliance, perform surveys, and maintain proper documentation to protect workers and the public. The self-paced online coursework allows you to study anytime, anywhere, and complete the program in approximately three months. Prepare for the DOE Core Exam with lessons and exercises based on DOE-HDBK-1122-2009 guidance. Careers in radiological protection offer competitive pay, overtime opportunities, and strong job security due to an aging workforce and ongoing nuclear growth. Take control of your future today—enroll now and start your journey in one of the most in-demand and rewarding fields in the nuclear industry! Legal / Disclaimer / References: • Not endorsed or certified by DOE. • Completion does not guarantee employment or DOE site acceptance. • Course references DOE-HDBK-1122-2009 (U.S. public domain). All lessons and exercises are original. • 17 U.S.C. §105 – U.S. Government Works • DOE Blue Book – DOE-HDBK-1122-2009
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