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Nuclear Medicine Technology
The Bachelor of Science degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology prepares professionals who, under the direction of a nuclear medicine physician, use radioactive materials for the diagnosis and treatment of disease. They are responsible for patient education, preparation, and administration of radioactive drugs, scanning patient’s bodies using computer technology and for radiation safety procedures.
This 120-credit program consists of two phases of study.
Students admitted to NMI spend 4 months at The University of Findlay where they study the theory of nuclear medicine. The program concludes with 32 weeks of clinical practice in one of the many affiliating sites.
Students admitted to CCAC spend 12 months in the Pittsburgh area. Classes are taught at CCAC's Allegheny Campus and clinical practice is in three of the 13 affiliating sites.
Second bachelor's degree: Individuals who have already earned one bachelor's degree may be admitted to the university with advanced placement. To earn the second bachelor's degree students must meet the remaining requirements for graduation specified for the nuclear medicine technology program, including the 12 month clinical year.
Students attend the eight-month clinical experience at one of many locations available throughout the United States. Some of the clinical sites found in Pennsylvania include the following locations:
A complete listing of available clinical sites can be found at NMI Clinical Affiliates.
Before starting the clinical year, students will need a complete physical examination, immunizations and screenings as required by the affiliating hospital. During the clinical year, students are required to maintain CPR certification, carry professional liability insurance, and wear uniforms/lab coats. Students attending NMI are also required to complete a medical terminology programmed instruction prior to the clinical year. A criminal background check may be required prior to clinical site placement or sitting for licensing examinations.
Nuclear Medicine Technology Student Handbook
Specific information on the Nuclear Medicine Technology program at IUP can be found at NMDT Student Information Handbook.
The programs at the Nuclear Medicine Institute and CCAC are fully accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology (JRCNMT).
IUP's nuclear medicine technology majors are 100% employed at graduation and employment in the field is expected to grow faster than average through the year 2014. Growth will arise from technological advancement, development of new treatments, and an increase in the number of people needing these procedures. Median annual earnings of nuclear medicine technologists were $56,450 in May 2004.
More information about the careers in Nuclear Medicine can be found at the following sites: Society of Nuclear Medicine www.snm.org Bureau of Labor Statistics www.bls.gov/oco/ocos104.htm
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one includes coursework in public speaking, chemistry, biology, physics and math
that are prerequisite to the clinical year.