Why study nuclear medicine technology?
Forsyth Tech’s Nuclear Medicine Technology program equips students with the skills to use radioactive material for disease diagnosis and treatment. Through a two-year curriculum, students learn anatomy, physiology, radiation physics, and safety. Clinical experience and certification exams prepare graduates for licensed nuclear medicine technologist roles, emphasizing attention to detail and critical thinking.
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Degrees & Certificates
Nuclear Medicine Technology
Associate in Applied Science
Time to Complete:
Two years
Schedule:
Day classes
Forsyth Tech’s associate degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology offers individualized attention and extensive clinical rotations. The nationally-accredited program covers various aspects, including nuclear medicine procedures, physics, patient care, radiation protection, and instrumentation. Graduates have high pass rates on the certification exam and are eligible for certification as nuclear medicine technologists.
$44.47
Apprx. National Median Salary
14.1 %
Job Growth
248
Job Openings
Career Tracks
- Staff Technologist
- Research Technologist
- Technology Program Educator
- Chief technologist
- Team leader, lead or supervisor
- Hospital administrator
- Industry sales representative, technical specialist or research-and-development specialist
Graduate achievement data is an indicator of program effectiveness, demonstrating the extent to which a program achieves its goals. The current report on graduate achievement data, identified by program, is available on the JRCNMT website by clicking on the following link: Graduate Achievement Report
Program Mission
The Nuclear Medicine Program provides opportunities for qualified individuals to participate in classroom, laboratory and clinical experiences needed to earn their A.A.S. NMT degree, successfully challenge a national NMT certification exam, and perform as competent, entry-level Nuclear Medicine Technologists.
Get the education you deserve without spending your days worrying about how to afford it. Our financial aid team can help you chart a path to paying for college, including through debt-free grants and scholarships.
The Forsyth Tech Cares program supports students so they can succeed, including access to financial assistance, health services, and confidential counseling.
“My professors have made this program relatable, enjoyable, interesting, and purpose-driven. ”
Seth T.
Program Goals
Goal 1
To provide learning experiences (didactic, laboratory and clinical) that parallel the skills and level of competency required to prepare students for professional entry-level Nuclear Medicine Technologists’ positions.
Goal 2
To instill in the student and graduate the professional and clinical skills necessary to function as a contributing member of a healthcare team.
Goal 3
To maintain a high level of graduate and employer satisfaction with program preparation of its graduates for overall successful job entry.
Goal 4
To develop student abilities of effective communication, critical thinking, and adaptability as related to patient care and nuclear medicine procedures in a clinical setting.
Goal 5
Promote success in challenging the national NMTCB certification exam in Nuclear Medicine Technology and maintain student completion of program rates and NMTCB pass rates in compliance with JRCNMT accreditation standards.
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Forsyth Tech is located at:
2100 Silas Creek Parkway,
Winston-Salem, NC 27103