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 Louisiana colleges that offer nuclear medicine degrees.

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Delgado Community College

10120 Red Oaks Dr., Baton Rouge, LA

History

Delgado Community College, located in New Orleans, Louisiana, was founded in 1921 and named for its Benefactor Isaac Delgado, a Jamaican Immigrant and businessman who provided the funds to open a manual trade school for young boys. Over time the mission and name of the school changed, expanding its offerings and role in the community until the mid 1970's when the school was transferred from city to state control and had its name changed to its current. Delgado is now Louisiana's oldest and largest community college, providing an array of programs across multiple campuses to serve the city of New Orleans.

Academics

Delgado Community College offers an array of programs that cover academic and vocational studies to assist residents in completing their educational and career objectives. Delgado offers certificate, diplomas, technical competency areas and associate degrees in a multitude of fields. Technical and career programs provide students with the education and skills necessary to successfully accomplish their duties within their area of study. Graduates of such programs will be able to immediately enter the workforce. Academic programs fulfill the first two years of a four year education, allowing for transfer to a four year institution to pursue a bachelor's degree upon completion.

Programs include:

• Phlebotomy
• Accounting
• Culinary Arts
• Interior Design
• Physical Therapist Assistant
• General Studies

In addition to long term programs, the school offers continuing and adult education courses for individuals wishing to return to school. These courses are typically non-credit and allow adults to enter the classroom and partake of the education offered without the stress of exams and papers. Some adult education classes will assist individuals lacking in certain basic skills to develop them. Continuing education courses may also be taken by professionals in need of renewal for a license or certification as outlined by state requirements.

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students wishing to attend Delgado Community college must have a high school diploma or GED, pay all fees associated with application, submit all transcripts as required, show proof of immunization, be a resident, take a placement exam and attend freshman orientation. Financial aid is available in the form of loans an d grants at the federal and state level. Students who are in need of financial aid must complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine eligibility and awards. Some students may pursue scholarships opportunities, typically requiring a separate application and awarded for reason other than need based on the criterion put forth by the overseeing body.

Athletics

The Delgado Community College Dolphins participate in a small number of intercollegiate sports through the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA). Intercollegiate sports foster an air of healthy competition, allowing for the support of one's school while participating in a gratifying and healthy activity. Athletic also provide the development of skills useful in one's academic and professional life, specifically teamwork, discipline and health management. The school supports such programs to offer extracurricular activities for its students, both the athletes and the fans.

Athletic programs at DCC:

• Baseball (Men Only)
• Men's Basketball
• Women's Basketball

Students Enrolled in the Nuclear Medicine Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Delgado Community College has offered the following program levels for students:

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Less Than Four-Year Award

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

• Baton Rouge, LA
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Hourly Rate: $28.01
  • Average Annual Salary: $58270

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