Curriculum

Mission:

The goal of the nuclear medicine technology major is to prepare competent entry-level nuclear medicine technologists to provide responsive, quality care and service.

Educational Outcomes:

The graduate of the nuclear medicine technology major will be able to:

• Perform a broad range of nuclear medicine clinical procedures effectively.
• Exercise independent judgment and critical thinking skills in the technical performance of nuclear medicine procedures
• Perfrom procedures in a manner that reflects professionalism, effective communication skills, and compassionate care.

Curriculum:

The nuclear medicine curriculum includes a strong science foundation with courses specific to the practice of nuclear medicine. Professional courses are integrated with general studies classes until the beginning of the senior year when the curriculum is dedicated to the study of nuclear medicine technology. A total of 122 credit hours are needed to complete the degree requirements. Click here for Sample Curriculum.

Courses involve classroom and laboratory environments where students participate in individual and small group learning activities, as well as traditional lecture classes. Students gain clinical experience in a laboratory environment on campus and in nuclear medicine departments throughout the tri-state area of Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi. Click here for information on Clinical Education. For information regarding course descriptions, click here for Course Descriptions.

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