Medical Physics

Certificate Program in Medical Physics

The Vanderbilt University Medical Physics Certificate Program was recently accredited by CAMPEP beginning Summer 2026.

We are currently exploring accepting applications in academic year 2026-2027. This website will be updated with information as it is formally approved by the School of Medicine. 

Admissions Requirements

This is envisioned to be a Vanderbilt certificate program only. Applicants must be a Vanderbilt University (VU) or Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) employee in order to apply. 

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in physics or a related discipline.

Curriculum

The certificate program curriculum plans to cover 6 Medical Physics core courses:

  • RAMT 5304: Radiation Interactions and Dosimetry 
  • RAMT 5310: Introduction to Clinical Applications and Radiation Protection 
  • RAMD 5331: Physics of Medical Imaging 
  • RAMT 5248: Radiation Biophysics 
  • RAMT 5201: Anatomy and Physiology for Medical Physicists
  • RAMT 5311: Clinical Therapy Physics I

Contact Information

Interested in being notified when admissions open up for the certificate program? Email us at medicalphysics@vanderbilt.edu