Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist

The Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist certificate program at Community College of Allegheny County is a two- to four-year certificate offered by this public college in Pittsburgh, PA. The program is classified under the health professions field (CIP 51.0905) and prepares students for roles as nuclear medicine technologists, who use radioactive materials and imaging equipment to assist in patient diagnosis and treatment.

The college offers several related health-focused programs, including Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer and Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist. Students may also consider the Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist and Occupational Therapist Assistant certificates available at the school. Other offerings include Computer Support Specialist and Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians. Coursework typically includes radiation physics, radiopharmaceuticals, imaging procedures, and patient care protocols.