Meets 5 - Embracing our profession in Austria

Learning Objectives
1. To introduce the radiography profession in Austria and the priorities of the national society.
2. To introduce Austria as a country, the Austrian lifestyle, and the Austrian culture.

Learning Objectives
1. To learn about the Austrian guidelines, the need for further education, and continuous professional development (CPD).
2. To explore the use of dedicated software to support the CPD programme and the individual health professional/radiographer.
3. To understand the challenges in implementing CPD guidelines and standards.

Learning Objectives
1. To become familiar with the different degree programmes for radiographers in Austria.
2. To consider the potential scope of practice for, and impact of, master's degree graduates.
3. To discuss the career challenges for master's degree graduates.

Learning Objectives
1. To learn about radiographer research activity in Austria.
2. To discuss research opportunities available to Austrian clinical and academic radiographers.
3. To explore future plans for growing radiographer research involvement in Austria.

Learning Objectives
1. To consider EU Council Directive 2013/59/Euratom in terms of eye lens doses and dose measurement.
2. To learn about the Austrian guidelines for eye lens dose.
3. To explore the impact of eye lens dose measurement and methods for dose evaluation.

Learning Objectives
1. To introduce the use of particle therapy for cancer treatment.
2. To identify the radiographers' role within particle therapy and the wider multidisciplinary team.
3. To consider future opportunities for radiographers involved in a particle therapy service.