The Nuclear Medicine Technology program at The Johns Hopkins Hospital is a 14 month, full time program leading to certification in nuclear medicine technology. The integrated curriculum is structured to provide both theoretical training in principles of medical imaging and practical hands-on clinical experience. This program prepares students with a strong background in math, chemistry, and other science for a rewarding career as a nuclear medicine technologist. The program takes every advantage of the wide ranging imaging resources available at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. The Division of Nuclear Medicine at The Johns Hopkins Hospital was recently recognized as one of the top diagnostic laboratories in the United States.
Graduates are eligible to take the national certification examinations.
To facilitate the most comprehensive clinical education possible, students receive clinical training at The Johns Hopkins Hospital, John Hopkins Out Patient Center, Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, Franklin Square Hospital Center, Saint Agnes Hospital, Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Union Memorial Hospital, and Syncor International. I-IV Admission Requirements Individuals must present a strong academic background, especially in math, chemistry and the supporting sciences. They need to demonstrate responsibility, a character of high moral integrity, good interpersonal skills and compassion. The following prerequisite courses are required for all applicants and must be completed with a grade of C or better. To improve your potential for selection, a one semester course in Organic Chemistry is highly recommended.