Alabama - Apply for Health Physics Technician License

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Procedure

Step – 1 Course

1. Before Applying for a Health Physics Technician License, A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as health physics, nuclear science, radiation protection, or a related discipline is typically required. Some positions may also require an associate degree or certification.
2. These programs are typically offered by colleges, universities, and medical schools.
3. It's essential to have research experience in your field of interest. This often includes working as a research assistant, associate, or postdoctoral researcher in a laboratory or research institution.
4. They combine classroom education with hands-on clinical training.
5. Also, the applicant needs to get an experience in the field.
6. Gain practical experience in health physics. This can often be achieved through internships, co-op programs, or entry-level positions in radiation safety or health physics departments.
7. Complete safety training courses, such as those offered by the Health Physics Society or the National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists. These courses can provide you with essential knowledge and skills in radiation safety.

Step – 2 License

1. After completing the exam successfully, the applicant has to get a license from the respective colleges or the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission link
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned branch officer.
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
7. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
10. Once the process is completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
11. The applicant will get the technician license through the mail.
12. This entire process can be completed within 30 - 40 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• Proof of identity (Birth Certificate, driving license, etc)
• Address proof – (Driving license, passbook, utility bill, etc)
• Fee receipt
• Transcripts and Education Documents
• Examination result
• Criminal Background Check
• Passport-Sized Photograph
• Letters of Recommendation
• Any other documents (if required)

Office Locations & Contacts

U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Washington, DC 20555-0001
Delivery Address
NRC Storage & Distribution Facility
4934 Boiling Brook Parkway
Rockville, MD 20852
Headquarters:
One White Flint North
11555 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852-2738
Phone - 1-800-368-5642, 301-415-7000
TTD: 301-415-5575
Contact link link
Regional Office link

Eligibility

The eligibility requirements to apply for a Health Physics Technician (HPT) license in the United States vary from state to state. However, most states require the following:

• A bachelor's degree in health physics or a related field, such as physics, nuclear engineering, or radiological science.
• Completion of an accredited health physics technician program.
• Passing the HPT certification exam administered by the American Board of Health Physics (ABHP).

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 30 - 40 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Address
• Contact number
• Email ID
• Mailing address
• School details
• Citizenship identity number
• Education qualification
• Work experience
• Examination result
• Declaration
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• A Health Physics Technician (HPT) license is a credential that allows a person to work in the field of health physics in the United States. Health physics is the science of protecting people and the environment from the harmful effects of radiation.
• HPTs typically work in hospitals, nuclear power plants, and other facilities that use or produce radiation.

Information which might help

• The ABHP offers two levels of certification for HPTs: the Certified Health Physics Technician (CHPT) and the Certified Senior Health Physics Technician (CSHPT). The CHPT certification is the entry-level certification, and the CSHPT certification is the advanced certification.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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Others

Here are some of the duties of a Health Physics Technician:

• Conducting radiation surveys to determine the level of radiation exposure.
• Developing and implementing radiation safety procedures.
• Monitoring radiation levels in the workplace.
• Training employees on radiation safety procedures.
• Investigating radiation accidents.
• Providing consulting services on radiation safety.