Radiological Education Services

  • Radiological Training Courses
  • Presentations/Publications
  • Research Support

Training Course Summary

Course NameIntended For:Duration
National Registry of Radiation Protection (NRRPT) Preparation and Review for TestX-ray Technicians 40 contact hrs.
Dental Hygienist Radiation Training Working with Radiation EquipmentDental Hygienists4 - 8 contact hrs.
Medical Imaging for the Professional X-ray technique and technologyDoctors or PA’s 8 - 16 contact hrs.
X-ray Quality Assurance Medical Physicists32 contact hrs.

Training Course Summary

Here are a list of our courses, who they are intended for and the duration of the course:

National Registry of Radiation Protection (NRRPT) Preparation and Review for Test​
  • Intended for X-ray Technicians
  • 40 contact hrs
Dental Hygienist Radiation Training Working with Radiation Equipment​
  • Intended for Dental Hygienists
  • 4-8 contact hrs
Medical Imaging for the Professional X-ray Technique and Technology​
  • Intended for Doctors or PA’s
  • 8 – 16 contact hrs
X-ray Quality Assurance
  • Intended for Medical Physicists
  • 32 contact hrs

Course Descriptions:

National Registry of Radiation Protection

This course provides a framework of study to successfully pass the NRRPT exam. It will combine a theoretical background to the subjects covered, as well as practical applications.

When the student completes the course, they will be practiced in solving multi-step problems as well as having a theoretical background to better handle logic and/or memorization questions.

Topics covered include, but are not limited to:

  • Math concepts (decay, counting efficiency, equilibriums, sources geometry to dose, shielding)
  • Radiochemistry review (Forms of decay, table of the nuclides, effluents, and key radioisotopes)
  • DOT rules and regulations
  • Instrumentation
  • Radiation biology
  • Medical Health Physics
  • Other

Note: Consistent with NRRPT exam qualification, experience with radiological work and a high school math background is strongly recommended. A calculator with exponentials is also required.

40 contact hours

Dental Hygienist Radiation Training

This course reviews X-ray equipment and safety requirements for the dental hygienist. State and Federal requirements, safety protocols, and various X-ray machine optimization of techniques (intra-oral, pan-oral, hand-held, cone-beam CT, and other equipment are considered).

4 to 8 contact hours

Medical Imaging for the Professional

This course reviews X-ray equipment and safety requirements for the medical professional. State and Federal requirements, safety protocols, and various X-ray machine optimization of techniques.

Standard table units, fluoroscopy, dental devices, and computer tomography (standard and CBCT) are considered.

8 to 16 contact hours

X-ray Quality Assurance

The course is for the medical physicist who is going to be involved with the oversight of a facility with multiple imaging modalities and covers the basis of X-ray theory. It covers the range from the simplest X-ray imaging devices to whole-body computer tomography.

The course includes X-ray shielding, different state testing requirements, the X-ray QA manual, and radiation biology.

32 contact hours

Courses - How to Enroll:

  • All courses are offered on an as needed basis
  • All courses are in-person or Zoom
  • Certificate of Completion is provided
  • Continuing Education Credit Applicable
  • Course Materials will be provided
  • Cost of course depends on number of participants and will be arranged with you.
  • Contact us for details
  • Lead time is 60 Days for course registration
  • No prerequisites

Publications

  • Mis FJ, Warren SB, Harrison MC, Voilleque PG. Particle size distributions for airborne radionuclides in Ginna steam generator work environments. Health Physics 1989;56(2):233-238.

  • Spacher PJ; Mis FJ; Klueber MR. Lower limits of detection for thermal luminescent
    dosimeters Radiation Protection Management. August 1990;7(4):44-50.

  • Mis FJ. Neutron Measurement Techniques at the R.E. Ginna Nuclear Power Plant.
    Radiation Protection Management. November/December 1991; 8(6):56-64.

  • Mis FJ. Dose reduction through remote monitoring in high radiation areas. Radiation Protection Management. September 1992;9(5): 4-68.

  • Windham JR, Kearfott K J, Mis FJ. Discrepancies in Committed Effective Dose Equivalents (For Internal Dose Assessment) Calculated Using U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Regulatory Guide 8.34. Health Physics. November 1994;67(5):486-94.

  • Mis FJ. The Development and Testing of the Neutron Sensitive Algorithm for Light Water Reactor Dosimetry Use” (October 1992) Radiation Protection Magazine:

  • Mis FJ. “Radioactive Waste Considerations at a Nuclear Generating Station or an End to a Crisis?” (June 1992) Radioactive Waste Journal

  • Discussion on Various Radioisotopes Used in Radiation Imaging and Therapy and the Quality Assurance Issues Associated Draw, Measurement and Application. These include P-32, Y-90, Tc-99m, I-131, and Ra-223.

Research Support

MIS, Inc. has participated in the development of the following Research Support Items:

  • Tenacious Corrosion Layer Method – to identify and classify the tenacious corrosion layer in piping for light water reactors using CZT technology.

  • Nuclear Medicine CZT Imaging System – for cardio imaging studies.

  • Radiographic Quality Assurance Course

  • Radiation Safety Officer Course for Nuclear Medicine Physicians

  • Nuclear Medicine Quarterly and Annual Program Testing & Calibration Procedure – Includes: Well Counter, Accuracy of the Sample Draw, Thyroid Counter Quality Assurance, and Nuclear Camera Quality Assurance.

How to Schedule an Appointment

We will work with you to find a time/date that works best for you.

No patients can be in the room when that X-ray unit is being inspected. We will work with you to minimize the impact to your workflow.

Call us at 585-787-0733 or contact us by clicking the link below to arrange for an inspection.

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Testimonials

“I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Fred Mis on a complex educational project for my organization. Dr. Mis was very easy to work with – always prepared; willing to walk through questions I had step-by-step and to consider other options for the material; stepped up to serve as one of the project’s leaders in addition to being a key content provider; open to taking on more when we needed him; and just plain enjoyable to work with. His sense of humor, a critical characteristic for me in any work endeavor, cemented my high opinion of Fred and his work.“

Dawn, Department Director

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