Nuclear Medicine Degree

Nuclear medicine is a field of study focused on the use of radioactive substances to help diagnose and treat diseases. Nuclear medicine uses sophisticated technology to capture the radiation that emits from a body versus analyzing radiation coming from an external source like an X-ray. Get more details below including other North Carolina colleges that offer nuclear medicine degrees.

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Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute (CCCTI)

401 Medical Park Drive, Concord, NC

Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute, located in Hudson, North Carolina, was founded in 1964 as the Caldwell Technical Institute. By 1967 the school had moved to its permanent facilities and quickly began to expand its educational offerings. In addition, CCC&TI added a second campus in Watauga, in order to be able to serve a wider number of residents and provide even more opportunities.

Academics

Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute offers many programs to fulfill any of the needs of its students. From transfer and associate programs to certificate and diploma programs, CCC&TI ensures that its students receive the best education and develop their skills to the fullest. The size and scope of CCC&TI's offerings is such that students are never want for anything, and the constant work to improve, upgrade and evolve teaching methods, facilities, and curriculums means that students are always on the cutting edge.

Programs offered include:

• Medical Sonography
• Accounting
• Cosmetology
• Early Childhood Education
• Nursing

Admissions and Financial Aid

Admission into Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute is predicated on having a high school diploma or GED and being at least 18 years of age. If the student meets these requirements he or she may apply to the school, paying all fees and submitting all requested documents. Financial aid is available to all eligible students and is administered through the school's financial aid office. Information for applying for financial aid is available through the schools financial aid website.

Students Enrolled in the Nuclear Medicine Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute has offered the following programs for students:

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

Nuclear Medicine Technologists

Description

Prepare, administer, and measure radioactive isotopes in therapeutic, diagnostic, and tracer studies using a variety of radioisotope equipment. Prepare stock solutions of radioactive materials and calculate doses to be administered by radiologists. Subject patients to radiation. Execute blood volume, red cell survival, and fat absorption studies following standard laboratory techniques.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, nuclear medicine technologists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 1.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC
  • Total Employment: 130
  • Average Hourly Rate: $32.52
  • Average Annual Salary: $67630

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).