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Step 2: Complete Your Admissions Application

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What to Enter on Your Application:

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After completing your admission application, you will need to set up Duo two-factor authentication. Click on the link to set up your Duo two-factor authentication account.  

For further assistance, contact Enrollment Services at (602) 238-4350 or visit the Enrollment Services department at our Washington Campus  campus in person at 108 North 40th Street Phoenix, AZ 85034 

Step 3: Prerequisites

Students must complete the following introductory courses with a minimum GPA of 3.0 to be added to the waiting queue for an available cohort space to begin the core curriculum.

All listed courses are required, though the suggested course sequence is recommended, not mandatory.

Important Program Requirements

Introductory courses must be completed for application approval and admittance to the waiting queue.

General education courses may be completed before entering the waiting queue, while in the queue, or during the Nuclear Medicine and Computed Tomography program of study.

Official Transcripts

Submit your official transcripts for all previous college coursework to the Admissions, Records, and Registration Office.

Transfer Course Credits

Step 4: Program Application and Checklist

To view and apply for Nuclear Medicine Technology and Computed Tomography, Please Click Here 

Step 5: Health and Safety Requirements

All students enrolled in the Nuclear Medicine Technology Program at Maricopa Community Colleges must meet the health and safety standards required by our most rigorous clinical partner. This ensures students are eligible for immediate and flexible placement at any assigned clinical site.

Upon conditional acceptance into the program, the Health and Safety Administrator will contact you through your Maricopa student email with detailed instructions, required documentation, and completion deadlines.

Additional health and safety information will be reviewed in detail during program orientation.

Health and Safety Requirements

Step 6: Payment Options / Funding

You must have Financial Aid or a payment plan set up before your program start date.

Students who do not arrange payment in advance may be dropped from their classes for non-payment.

Financial Aid

Payment Plans

Scholarship Opportunities

Veterans Services

Important Reminders

★ Regularly check your Maricopa student email and Student Center for updates on payment balances and deadlines. 

★ If you’ve applied for financial aid, check for any pending "To Do List" items that may delay your award. 

★ Your seat in the program is not secured until your funding is confirmed. Failure to meet payment deadlines may result in being dropped from the program.

Contacts

If you have questions about the program, please contact one of the following individuals:

• Julie Bolin, Program Director
  Phone: 602.286.8574
  Email: [email protected]
• Tyler Thimsen, Radiation Safety Officer
  Phone: 602.286.8513
  Email: [email protected]

Health and Safety Requirements

Maricopa Community Colleges requires all Nuclear Medicine Technology and Computed Tomography students to meet the Health and Safety standards set by our most stringent clinical partner.
This ensures that students are eligible for immediate and flexible placement at any assigned clinical site.

Health and Safety Requirements

If you have questions, you may contact the Health and Safety Administrators for assistance.

Nuclear Medicine Technologist Abilities 

Success in this field is closely associated with a specific set of abilities, interests, and work styles. Individuals who thrive typically have strong oral comprehension and oral expression, allowing them to accurately understand instructions and clearly communicate information to others. Near vision, attention to detail, and the ability to recognize when something is wrong or may go wrong are critical, along with the capacity to organize information and follow defined procedures.

This career tends to appeal to individuals with Realistic, Investigative, and Conventional interests. These individuals often enjoy hands on, practical work, scientific or analytical thinking, and working within structured environments that rely on established rules and processes.

Successful professionals also demonstrate key work styles, including the ability to manage stress, remain calm under pressure, cooperate effectively with others, make careful and deliberate decisions, and maintain a high level of integrity and ethical behavior. Together, these characteristics support safe, accurate, and effective performance in demanding, team based work settings.

For additional detail, visit the O*NET worker characteristics summary:

O*Net Online 29.2033.00 Nuclear Medicine Technologist Abilities

Program Course Sequence

Course Sequence by Term

What is Nuclear Medicine?

Nuclear medicine is a specialized area of medical imaging that helps physicians evaluate how organs and systems function, rather than just how they look. Unlike traditional X rays or CT scans that focus on structure, nuclear medicine examines physiological processes at the molecular level.

How does nuclear medicine work?

Nuclear medicine uses a small, safe amount of a radiopharmaceutical, which is a medication combined with a temporary radioactive material.

• Administration: The radiopharmaceutical is typically given through an injection.
• Targeting: The medication travels to a specific organ or tissue, such as the heart, thyroid, or bones.
• Imaging: The radiopharmaceutical emits gamma rays that are detected by a specialized camera, producing detailed images that show how the organ is functioning.

What conditions are diagnosed or treated using nuclear medicine?

Nuclear medicine imaging and therapies are used to help diagnose and manage a wide range of conditions, including:

• Cancer
• Heart disease
• Infections
• Neurological conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease

Targeted radioactive therapies may also be performed under physician supervision.

What advanced technology is used in nuclear medicine?

• PET scans: Positron Emission Tomography is a powerful tool used to detect disease, especially cancer, often at very early stages.
• Hybrid imaging: Many systems combine nuclear medicine imaging with CT or MRI, allowing physicians to see both functional and anatomical information together for more accurate diagnosis.

When is the application deadline for the Nuclear Medicine Technology Program?

There is no application deadline. Applications are accepted year-round.

Applicants who are on the waitlist as of January 15 will be considered for the first round of acceptance offers for the upcoming Fall semester. Once seats are filled, the waitlist will be updated, and applicants will be notified of their new position.

How many students are admitted each year?

The Nuclear Medicine Technology and Computed Tomography Program admits 24 students per year for a Fall cohort.

Seat distribution is structured as follows:

• Seats 1 and 2: Reserved for military veterans
• Seats 3 and 4: Reserved for out-of-county students (all clinical sites will be out of county)
• Seats 5 through 8: Reserved for clinical partner employee pipeline
• Seats 9 through 19: General admissions from the waitlist
• Seats 20 through 24: Flex students, who must accept one or more out-of-county clinical placements

To ensure a full cohort, the program may contact 33 to 87 applicants from the waitlist.

Are all prerequisites required at the time of application?

No. Applicants may apply before completing introductory courses. However, a wait queue position is not finalized until all prerequisites are verified as complete.

Queue placement is based on the date when both the application and required courses are fully completed.

If prerequisite requirements change while you are in the queue, you must complete the new requirements, but your original queue number will be maintained.

How does the college communicate with students?

After submitting an application, students are assigned an official Maricopa student email account, which is the primary method of communication.

This email is used to send:

• Selective admissions updates
• Enrollment and registration information
• Financial aid notifications
• Tuition deadlines
• Other official college communications

Students are required to check this email regularly or set up forwarding to a personal email account.

To access your student account and email:

1. Visit https://portal.maricopa.edu/
2. Log in to your account
3. First-time users should select the option to create a MEID and password
4. Access your student email through the Student Email link

Through the student portal, you may also register for classes, update personal information, make payments, view financial aid status, and check grades.

How is the Nuclear Medicine Technology Program structured and delivered?

The program is a full-time, primarily daytime commitment spanning eight consecutive semesters.

• Year 1 (Semesters 1 and 2): All coursework is completed on GateWay Community College campuses
• Years 2 and 3 (Semesters 3 through 8): The program transitions to a hybrid model, combining classroom instruction with required clinical rotations at affiliated Arizona Nuclear Medicine and Computed Tomography facilities

Can I work while enrolled in the program?

The program is academically and clinically demanding. Attendance is required for all classroom and clinical courses. While students manage their own schedules, balancing employment with program requirements can be challenging and should be carefully considered.

Are there admissions benefits for military veterans?

Yes. GateWay Community College is a military-friendly institution. Each Fall, two military veterans are moved to the top of the waitlist for admission.

To qualify:

• Submit an application by January 1
• Provide a copy of your DD214
• Complete all required introductory prerequisite courses before the program begins

For more information, contact [email protected] and [email protected]

Are clinical sites available for out-of-county students?

Yes. While many clinical rotations occur in Maricopa County, placements are available near contracted sites in Tucson and Prescott.

Out-of-county students must request an Out-of-County Request Form from the Program Director.

Students may not contact hospitals or clinical sites directly. All placements must be approved by the Program Director and meet accreditation requirements.

What is a Flex Position?

Flex Positions are available to students near the top of the wait queue who demonstrate flexibility in clinical placement location and timing.

• Eligibility: Students ranked 20 through 24
• Commitment: Acceptance of an assigned clinical site, in county or out of county
• Note: Clinical placement may be delayed if an immediate site is unavailable

This option requires a high level of flexibility and may not be appropriate for all students.

Is certification or licensure required after graduation?

Yes. Graduates may pursue dual certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology and Computed Tomography, followed by Arizona state licensure.

• Nuclear Medicine Technology certification: Available through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board
• Computed Tomography certification: Requires NMT certification as a prerequisite
• State licensure: Required to practice in Arizona after passing national exams

Where can I find more information about this career field?

Additional resources include:

• GWCC library: The library has many books and periodicals on Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• Bureau of Labor Statistics: Explore career data and information via O*Net Online.
• Society of Nuclear Medicine: A professional organization with valuable resources.
• Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB): Information on certification and standards.
• The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT): Details on registration and continuing education

Estimated Program Costs*

The estimated costs for the Nuclear Medicine Technology and Computed Tomography Program are outlined below and include tuition, fees, books, and liability insurance for Maricopa County residents.

Students are responsible for additional expenses not included in these estimates, such as:

• Transportation
• Health insurance
• Housing
• Uniforms

Please note that during the final semester of the program, students will also be responsible for national board examination fees and Arizona state licensing costs.

* https://www.maricopa.edu/students/tuition-payment-information/tuition-fees