Nuclear Medicine Technology, A.S.

Program Overview

Harness the atom to heal

Nuclear medicine technology (NMT) is a medical specialty in which low-level radioactive materials (radiopharmaceuticals) are used for diagnosis and treatment of disease. Nuclear medicine technologists work in three major areas: organ imaging, radionuclide analysis of biological specimens, and radionuclide therapy.

The NMT Program’s mission statement is: To provide a comprehensive, competency based, accredited nuclear medicine technology curriculum to prepare a diverse group of students with entry-level skills needed to perform quality nuclear medicine procedures while helping to provide all patients with the best possible care. Thus a goal of the NMT Program is to develop competent and professional nuclear medicine technologists who, by virtue of theory and practice, are proficient in contemporary facets of nuclear medicine technology, are capable of passing the certification examination, and have a high degree of adaptability in a changing technology. A further aim is to develop qualities of leadership necessary for teaching and health care administration.

The program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Nuclear Medicine Technology and the State of Florida Department of Education, and is conducted in cooperation with local clinical affiliates.

Successful completion of all degree requirements may provide you eligibility to take the specialty exam offered by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board.  You may also qualify to take the exam specializing in nuclear medicine technology offered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.  If you are a student who resides outside of Florida, Santa Fe College has not made a determination that its degree program or curriculum meets educational requirements for professional licensure in your state. Please locate and contact the Licensure Board in your state in order to determine whether this degree program will meet their licensure requirements.

If you have additional questions, please contact the Health Sciences Advising Office at 352-395-5650 or healthsciences.advising@sfcollege.edu.