Westinghouse Radiation Protection (RP) technician courses teach the fundamental science and how to assess radiological conditions to institute protective measures for radiation workers. A radiological simulator is used to enable trainees to learn proper survey techniques in an environment that does not pose radiation exposure.  We are certified by EPRI to train and qualify candidates using the Standardized Task Evaluation process, and we have trained the majority of all new Junior Health Physics Technicians for the industry.

To begin a career as a Radiation Protection (RP) Technician, you must learn and demonstrate the knowledge and skills required to perform basic radiation protection tasks through completion of six e-learning courses covering technical fundamentals. Typically, candidates who have limited or no RP experience will invest at least 60 to 100 hours of personal time to be successful. A Westinghouse instructor will help you through this training. The instructor will evaluate your preparation and readiness for a 65-question proctored exam and also help you close knowledge gaps that are identified.

After you have successfully completed the proctored fundamentals exam with a score of 80% or greater, you will be registered for six additional e-learning courses to help you prepare for task qualification. The Westinghouse instructor will work with you to arrange for additional exams, hands-on training, and task performance evaluations.

Candidates with this level of commitment usually develop into excellent RP Technicians in the nuclear industry. Candidates who successfully complete the training program will then be qualified for and can apply to openings for Westinghouse RP Technician positions.

Employment in the nuclear power industry requires candidates to have unescorted access into nuclear power plants. Unescorted access requires:

• Successful drug and alcohol testing
• A background investigation
• Psychological testing
• Minimum 18 years of age
• Have a high school diploma

Westinghouse provides training materials and facilitates hands-on training at no cost to you. You are responsible for any travel expenses required to participate in the training.

Applicable to: BWR, PWR.