About Nuclear Medicine Technology
The Nuclear Medicine Technologist uses radioactive materials to diagnose and treat disease. The technologist utilizes gamma cameras, uptake probes and other specialized equipment to obtain information about the structure and function of virtually every major organ system of the body. It is this ability to characterize physiological function that distinguishes Nuclear Medicine from other imaging modalities.

Program Description
The Nuclear Medicine Technology Program provides 12 months of academic and clinical instruction to students who have completed college-level courses in human anatomy and physiology I and II, physics, mathematics (at least college algebra), chemistry, English composition and speech. The Program is designed to develop technical knowledge, critical thinking skills, and promote professional ethics. Classroom instruction includes patient care, medical terminology, medical ethics, instrumentation, clinical theory, radiation safety and radiopharmacy. Clinical instruction offers a variety of experiences through which supervised, competency-based, entry-level nuclear medicine technology skills can be attained. Class size is limited in order to provide the learner with individual attention in a wide variety of clinical areas. Upon completion of the program the graduate is eligible for the national certification exam in nuclear medicine technology.

Mission
The mission of the Nuclear Medicine Technology program is to provide didactic and clinical education to persons who wish to serve the community as competent, entry-level nuclear medicine technologists.

Educational Outcomes
Gradutes of the program will:

• Work effectively with members of the healthcare team.
• Demonstrate competency in the performance of nuclear medicine procedures.
• Show ability to think critically by applying didactic knowledge to clinical situtations.
• Assume responsibility for continuous learning, professional growth, and service to the community.
• Respect the ethical, legal, moral, and cultural issues that impact the care of patients.

Admission Criteria Specific to This Program
For complete College admissions requirements, see our Admissions page (link on the left side of this page). Human anatomy and physiology I and II, chemistry, physics, mathematics (at least college algebra), English composition and speech are prerequisites to the Nuclear Medicine diploma program and require a C or higher. A minimum 2.3 GPA is required to be eligible for the clinical year. Students enrolled in the Nuclear Medicine Technology program at Harrisburg Area Community College, Millersville University of Pennsylvania or York College of Pennsylvania have the first opportunity to enroll in the program.

Clinical Facilities
Students have didactic instruction at the College. Clinical instruction takes place at one of the participating hospitals which include: Lancaster General Hospital, Memorial Hospital of York, York Hospital, Reading Hospital and Medical Center, Grand View Hospital, Washington County Hospital, Peninsula Regional Medical Center, Carlisle Regional Medical Center, Lewistown Hospital and Good Samaritan Hospital of Lebanon.

Updated 11/30/07