Area of Study Overview
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The Bachelor of Science BS degree with an area of study in Nuclear Medicine Technology is limited to licensed, registered nuclear medicine technologists. The program enables mid-career adults in a wide range of applied fields meet their educational and professional needs while completing a baccalaureate degree. A total of 18 Area of Study credits must be from 300/400 level courses. The degree is a 120-credit program.
Degree Requirements
Higher-Level Math above College Algebra
HPS-200
MAT-121
BIO-211
BIO-212
CHE-121
CHE-122
PHY-115
Notes
- Certification: ARRT Nuclear Medicine Technologist ARRT- RT N or NMTCB-CNMT or NJ-LNMT copy of original certificate and current renewal card.
- How Students Earn Credit in the Area of Study: The certification covers almost all of the credits required in the area of study. A second certification radiography, radiation therapy, or radiation protection would complete the area of study.
- Nuclear medicine courses are not available at the University; they come from above certifications and transfers.
- A total of 18 area of study credits must be from courses at the 300 level or above.
Courses listed in the area of study are offered as a guide. Other courses may also be considered appropriate for the program. The inclusion of similar courses must be reviewed by the evaluation team. Students must submit their program plan for review to ensure that course selection is appropriate for the degree.
Credit Distribution
Courses in the Area of Study are listed as a guide. Other courses may satisfy the areas. For TESU course options, please contact an Advisor.
I General Education Requirements (60 Credits)
II. Area of Study (48 Credits)
| -TRSFR REQ. | Radiation or Nuclear Physics | 3 |
| -TRSFR REQ. | Radiochemistry or Radiopharmacy | 3 |
| -TRSFR REQ. | Radiation Biology and Protection | 3 |
| -TRSFR REQ. | Clinical Practice | 6 |
| -TRSFR REQ. | Nuclear Medicine Technology Techniques | 15 |
| -TRSFR REQ. | Nuclear Medicine Electives | 12 |
| - | Computer Requirement | 3 |
| APS-401 | Current Trends and Applications in Applied Science and Technology | 3 |
III. Electives (12 Credits)
For TESU course options, go to Elective Courses.
Total Credit Hours: 120
*TRSFR REQ - These courses are not offered by TESU. Please click here for information and resources on where you may find additional learning experiences.