Nuclear Medicine Science—Bachelor of Science
Degree: Bachelor of Science
Website: Bachelor Science in Nuclear Medicine Science
College/School: Ila Faye Miller School of Nursing and Health Professions
Accreditation: Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology
Apply to UIW: Application for the Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Medicine Science program
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Medicine Science degree program is for students who have a strong interest in the natural sciences, mathematics, and computer technology as well as the desire for close patient contact, direct interaction with physicians, and other healthcare professionals. Graduates from this program have several vocational options, including, but not limited to, nuclear medicine technology (hospitals, clinics, research laboratories, regulatory agencies), entry into medical or graduate schools and careers in education or administration in the specialty. The goal of the Nuclear Medicine Science program is to enable students to confidently possess the knowledge and skills necessary to safely perform a wide variety of clinical procedures. Students will also be able to effectively communicate with patients with competent skills in radiopharmaceutical dosage, calculation and administration, the operation of imaging devices, and operation of radiation detection monitoring devices. The program requires the student to complete 124 credit hours for graduation. This includes 45 hours of residency, 36 advanced hours (junior/community college courses will not satisfy), 36 of the last 45 hours from UIW and 45 clock hours of community service.
Admission Requirements
Students who plan a program of study leading to the degree of Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Medicine Science must first be accepted for admission to the University. Applicants then apply to the Nuclear Medicine Science program and must be accepted prior to the semester when the first nuclear medicine courses will be taken. Applications must be received in the Nuclear Medicine department by February 1 for fall admission.
Applicants work with an assigned advisor to complete the application process and are required to submit:
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A completed application form.
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Official transcripts from all colleges attended should be received by the Registrar's office and the Nuclear Medicine Science department.
In addition, a candidate may be required to submit letters of recommendation or to attend an interview.
Admission to the Nuclear Medicine Science program may be limited based on the availability of faculty and clinical practice sites. The student’s overall academic record is considered for admission, including the following criteria:
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Completion of all prerequisite courses with a minimum grade of C
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A minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA in all course work to date. More favorable consideration will be given to applicants with a higher GPA.
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Overall achievement in science courses
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Completion of required immunizations (see below)
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Criminal background screen (see below)
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Current Healthcare Provider CPR and First Aid certification
Fulfillment of minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. The decision for admission and placement in the program will be considered on an individual basis.
Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Medicine Science Degree Plan
A minimum grade of C is required in all Nuclear Medicine courses and prerequisite support course work as well as all clinical proficiencies attached to each course. All students must achieve a final test average of 75% or higher. Failure to do so will result in failure in the course.
In general, satisfactory completion of courses in one semester is required prior to enrolling in subsequent semesters. Failure to make a minimum grade of C in any required nuclear medicine course will prevent the student from progressing in the program. Students who fail one or more courses in the program must make application to the nuclear medicine program to continue. The student’s overall academic achievement will be considered in the decision to be retained or to be placed on enforced withdrawal from the nuclear medicine program.
UIW Undergraduate Core Curriculum
UIW core coursework is required. Review the Undergraduate Core Curriculum Here and review the degree plans for each concentration for scheduling of the core curriculum classwork. In addition, 45 Community Service hours are part of all bachelor's degree programs. See Community Service.
| UIW Core Curriculum |
| Composition and Rhetoric |
6 credit hours |
| Literature and Art |
6 credit hours |
| Science and Mathematics |
7 credit hours |
| History and Behavioral Science |
6 credit hours |
| Philosophy and Religion |
9 credit hours |
| Second Language |
6 credit hours |
| Wellness and Physical Education |
3 credit hours |
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43 total core credit hours |
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| Community Service |
45 clock hours (non-credit) |
MATH 1311, BIOL 2321, and BIOL 2121 satisfy UIW Core coursework requirements and degree program requirements.
Nuclear Medicine Science Core Coursework
| NMED 2420 | Patient Care Technologies | 4 |
| NMED 3210 | Health Assessment and Communication for Nuclear Medicine Technologist | 2 |
| NMED 3305 | Applications of Radionuclides | 3 |
| NMED 3310 | Pathophysiology for Nuclear Medicine Technologist | 3 |
| NMED 3320 | Medical Radiation Safety | 3 |
| NMED 4310 | Introduction to Nuclear Medicine | 3 |
| NMED 4312 | Molecular Imaging and the Physics of Medical Imaging | 3 |
| NMED 4322 | Radiopharmacy, Radiochemistry and Radioimmunoassay | 3 |
| NMED 4331 | Instrumentation | 3 |
| NMED 4341 | Radiation Biology/Biophysics | 3 |
| NMED 4361 | Nuclear Medicine Registry Review | 3 |
| NMED 4510 | Nuclear Cardiology | 5 |
| NMED 4545 | Principles of PET and PET/CT | 5 |
| NMED 4604 | Clinical Nuclear Medicine I | 6 |
| NMED 4606 | Clinical Nuclear Medicine II | 6 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 55 |
Required Supporting Coursework