SCHOOL OF NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGY Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
575 North River Street
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18764-0001
Phone: 570-552-2075
Overview
The School of Nuclear Medicine Technology is a 12-month program based at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital which prepares
students both clinically and theoretically
for careers in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
A maximum of three students are accepted into the program each year. Graduating students acquire a solid education
and technical knowledge of nuclear medicine. Specifically, the program is designed to provide students with over 1900
contact hours of combined theory and clinical experience. The didactic portion of the program is distributed over the course
of the year.
Graduation is held in August for students successfully completing the program. Certificates of Completion and
school pins are awarded and a special Theory and Clinical Award is presented to the student who attains the highest class
average.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must have completed high school or the equivalent, and meet
one of the requirements listed below:
- Applicants must have prior credentials in a clinically-related allied health
profession, with a minimum of two years education in an accredited
educational program, and must satisfy the necessary prerequisites and
entrance details.
- All applicants must have a Bachelor's degree with credits in the following
courses: human anatomy and physiology, physics, algebra, oral or written
communications and general chemistry. Transcripts will be reviewed by the
Admissions Committee.
A grade of C+ (2.5 GPA) in all major subjects is considered minimal for acceptance to the program.
Cost of Education
Tuition: $8,000/year
For Application or Additional Information
School of Nuclear Medicine Technology
Wilkes-Barre General Hospital
575 North River Street
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18764-0001
Telephone: 570-552-2087
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