Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging
Associate Degree Program
Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging is an imaging and therapeutic profession that utilizes minute traces of radioactive material in the determination of pathologic and physiologic conditions within the body. Students are trained in the proper techniques of intravenous radionuclide administrations, therapies, intricate computer applications, and detailed clinical procedures. The program is fully accredited through the Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology (JRCNMT) and prepares students for the national certification examination. Students obtain clinical experience and competency at various hospitals and outpatient laboratories.
Academically ready students can apply to the program following the guidelines of the Allied Health competitive admission process. Interested applicants should review the information provided here and contact their program advisor for application requirements.
Offered at the following location(s): Wilmington
What You Can Do
In this program, you will gain the knowledge and skills to prepare you for positions such as:
- Hospitals
- Private offices
- Industry facilities
- Research facilities
What You Will Learn
Program Graduate Competencies
The Program Graduate Competencies listed below identify the major learning goals related to your specific program of study and identify the knowledge and skills you will have when you graduate to be successful in your chosen field.
- Demonstrate academic and clinical proficiency of Nuclear Medicine procedures in an inclusive and equitable learning environment while establishing eligibility for all national certification examinations in Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging.
- Demonstrate radiation safety and protection practices while handling and administering radiopharmaceuticals in compliance with all regulatory entities.
- Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills during the practice of nuclear medicine and collaborative research participation.
- Perform patient-centered care utilizing effective communication skills, professional behaviors and high standards of ethical conduct in a diverse and evolving healthcare environment.
- Demonstrate professional growth and development while recognizing the importance of lifelong learning for advancement in the profession.
Core Curriculum Competencies
The Core Curriculum Competencies listed below identify what you will be able to do as a graduate, regardless of your program of study. You will acquire these core competencies through general education courses and program-specific coursework. You will be expected to use relevant technology to achieve these outcomes:
- Apply clear and effective communication skills.
- Use critical thinking to solve problems.
- Collaborate to achieve a common goal.
- Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
- Use information literacy for effective vocational and/or academic research.
- Apply quantitative reasoning and/or scientific inquiry to solve practical problems.
Pathway to Graduation
Delaware Tech does not apply blanket age limits to courses for the purposes of transfer in, meeting selective admission programs' ranking/entrance procedures, or meeting program requirements for award completion.
Semester 1 (FALL)
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| First Year Seminar | 1 | |
| Anatomy and Physiology I | 4 | |
| Conceptual Physics | 4 | |
| Composition I | 3 | |
| Statistical Reasoning | 4 |
Semester 2 (SPRING)
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Anatomy and Physiology II | 4 | |
| Composition II | 3 | |
| General Chemistry | 4 |
Semester 3 (FALL)
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Patient Care for the NMT | 3 | |
| Ethical Issues in Healthcare | 3 | |
| Nuclear Physics | 3 |
Semester 4 (SPRING)
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiovascular Monitoring | 2 | |
| Intro to Nuclear Medicine | 2 | |
| Radiopharmacy and Pharmacology | 3 |
Semester 5 (SUMMER)
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Nuclear Medicine I | 3 | |
| Clinical Internship I | 4 |
Semester 6 (FALL)
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Nuclear Medicine II | 3 | |
| Nuclear Medicine Instrumentation | 4 | |
| Scan Reading I with CSA | 1 | |
| Clinical Internship II | 5 |
Semester 7 (SPRING)
| Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Nuclear Medicine III | 2 | |
| Scan Reading II with CT | 1 | |
| Clinical Internship III | 6 |
To complete program requirements, you must pass the above courses and earn at least 72 credits. The number of courses and credits required for graduation may be more depending on college readiness and the elective courses offered in your program major (if electives are a part of the program).
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Program Map
Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree?
This is a program that enables you to complete your associate degree and then transfer to a four-year degree program as a junior. See a program advisor for details!
Nuclear Medicine Careers
This program is offered at the Wilmington campus.
This program is offered at the Wilmington campus.
This program is offered at the Wilmington campus.
Karen Griffith, B.S., CNMT
Department Chair
Kgriff17@dtcc.edu
(302) 320-4566
The Nuclear Medicine Technology program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology
820 W. Danforth Rd
Unit #B1
Edmond, OK 73003
Phone: (405) 285-0546
Website:
- Allied Health Admissions Process (PDF)
- (submission dates in effect)
- Ranking Worksheet (PDF)
- Program Manual (PDF)
- Cost Analysis Sheet (PDF)
- Technical Standards (PDF)