Program Overview

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Introduction to Nuclear Medicine Technology

Nuclear medicine technology is a medical specialty that uses safe, painless, and cost-effective techniques to image the body and treat disease. It uses very small amounts of radioactive materials to diagnose and treat diseases using gamma cameras or PET/CT scanners. Nuclear medicine imaging is unique in that it documents organ function and structure.

Program Highlights

The Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Medicine Technology (NMT) at Saint Louis University prepares graduates for entry-level positions as nuclear medicine technologists. The program offers:

• Student-tailored educational curriculum and individual mentorship by faculty in the NMT profession
• Exceptional clinical preceptors and training sites conveniently within the St. Louis metropolitan area
• Strong science curriculum that aids in preparation for immediate job placement as well as future graduate education
• Medically relevant coursework ideal for pre-professional studies
• Pre-medicine and pre-physician assistant curriculum options
• Opportunities to participate in professional conferences with faculty and fellow students

Curriculum Overview

The nuclear medicine technology program includes all basic sciences, as well as an intensive NMT curriculum that includes 1,000 hours of clinical practicum. Upon completing the program, the graduate is eligible for national certification to become a certified nuclear medicine technologist (CNMT).

Clinical and Research Opportunities

Professional coursework in the nuclear medicine technology program is concentrated in the last year and a half of study. Students in the NMT program have opportunities to conduct research and produce projects and papers that are acceptable for publication and could be presented at professional conferences.

Careers

The benefits of SLU's nuclear medicine technology program also include several career opportunities. Graduates can work as technologists in hospitals and clinics. Students may seek positions in information technology, health care administration, sales and training, radiopharmacy labs, teaching, and other related fields.

Admission Requirements

Freshmen Applicants

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.70 on a 4.00 scale.
• Saint Louis University has a test-optional admission process for all undergraduate programs.

Transfer Applicants

• The minimum college transfer GPA is 2.70/4.00.

International Applicants

• All admission policies and requirements for domestic students apply to international students, along with the following:
  • Demonstrate English language proficiency.
  • Proof of financial support.

Tuition

• Undergraduate Tuition: $56,960 per year.
• Additional charges may apply.

Scholarships and Financial Aid

There are two principal ways to help finance a Saint Louis University education:

• Scholarships: Awarded based on academic achievement, service, leadership, and financial need.
• Financial Aid: Provided in the form of grants and loans, some of which require repayment.

Accreditation

The Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology (JRCNMT) accredits the program.

Program Requirements

Foundation Courses

• University Undergraduate Core: 32-35 credits
• Foundation:
  • BIOL 1240 & BIOL 1245: General Biology: Information Flow and Evolution and Principles of Biology I Laboratory
  • CHEM 1080 & CHEM 1085: Principles of Chemistry 1 Lecture and Principles of Chemistry 1 Lab
  • CHEM 1480 & CHEM 1485: Principles of Chemistry 2 Lecture and Principles of Chemistry 2 Lab
  • ENGL 1900: Advanced Strategies of Rhetoric and Research
  • HCE 1600: Embodiment, Life, and Death in Context
  • HIM 4750: Fundamentals of Clinical Medicine
  • HSCI 2000: The US Health Care System
  • HSCI 2100: Health Care Management
  • HSCI 2200: Medical Terminology
  • HSCI 3200: Aspects of Health Law
  • HSCI 3300 & HSCI 3310: Anatomy & Physiology I and Anatomy & Physiology I Lab
  • HSCI 3400 & HSCI 3410: Anatomy and Physiology Lecture II and Anatomy & Physiology II Lab
  • MATH 1320: Survey of Calculus
  • PHYS 1220 & PHYS 1235: General Physics I and General Physics I Lab
  • PHYS 1240 & PHYS 1255: General Physics II and General Physics II Lab
  • PSY 1010 or SOC 1100: General Psychology or Introduction to Sociology
  • STAT 1300: Elementary Statistics with Computers

Nuclear Medicine Technology Courses

• NMT 4000: Nuclear Medicine Procedures I
• NMT 4100: Radiation Protection
• NMT 4310: Radiation Physics
• NMT 4320: Radiochemistry and Radiopharmacy
• NMT 4330: Nuclear Med Instrumentation
• NMT 4340: Nuclear Medicine Technology Procedures II
• NMT 4350: Nuclear Medicine Information Systems
• NMT 4430: Emerging Technologies
• NMT 4700: Nuclear Medicine Clinical Practicum I
• NMT 4710: Nuclear Medicine Senior Seminar I
• NMT 4800: Nuclear Medicine Clinical Practicum II
• NMT 4850: Nuclear Medicine Clinical Practicum III
• NMT 4880: Senior Seminar II
• NMT 4890: Capstone in Nuclear Medicine

Continuation Standards

Nuclear Medicine Technology students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.70/4.00.

Second Degree Option for Students with Bachelor's Degree

Total program credits vary based on transfer credits. Each student will work with their advisor to create their specific course plan.

Roadmap

The roadmap is a recommended semester-by-semester plan of study for programs and assumes full-time enrollment unless otherwise noted.

Second Baccalaureate Degree Option

Successful completion leads to a second baccalaureate degree in nuclear medicine technology. This option is for a student who already possesses a bachelors degree and is motivated to become a practicing nuclear medicine technologist in an accelerated time frame.

Selection Factors

Among the parameters considered by the selection committee are:

• Applicants academic potential as evidenced by previous performance in college
• Specific motivation toward the pursuit of a health care profession
• Evidence of sound judgment
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Job shadowing in a nuclear medicine department is highly recommended

2+SLU Programs

2+SLU programs provide a guided pathway for students transferring from a partner institution.

• Nuclear Medicine Technology, B.S. (STLCC 2+SLU)