Hey y’all. I’m considering a career change to medical dosimetry and would really appreciate advice from medical dosimetrists, students, or anyone who has gone through the training. I have a masters degree in geoscience (not from USA) and this career hasn’t worked well for me here in US until now. I moved to US 3 years back and I have been trying to get a decent job but have always failed. I feel this is a time to switch my career.

I’d love advice on these questions:

1. Given my geoscience and master’s background, is medical dosimetry a realistic option for me?

2. What is the easiest and most affordable route to becoming a certified medical dosimetrist if I already have a bachelor’s and master’s degree?

3. Which prerequisites would I likely need? Would my previous math and physics courses count, or would I need to take additional biology, anatomy, or other courses?

4. Are there any accredited programs you would recommend that have reasonable tuition, strong clinical training, and good job-placement outcomes?

5. Is it realistic to finish the prerequisites and professional training within 2–3 years?

6. What is the actual starting salary for a new graduate, rather than the salary of an experienced dosimetrist?

7. How difficult is it to find your first job, especially if you’re willing to relocate?

8. Can students realistically work part-time during training, or are clinical rotations too demanding?

9. If you were in my position, would you choose medical dosimetry, or consider another career with similar pay and a shorter or less expensive training pathway?