Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging - 760
Overview
Discover the dynamic world of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Technology through an engaging blend of online learning, practical lab sessions, simulations, and clinical training. Gain the skills and knowledge required to qualify for the CAMRT registration exam.
Program Highlights
- The Mohawk College Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Advanced Diploma program is offered Full-Time over 24 consecutive months with intakes in September.
- Delivery of the program will be a combination of online learning, mandatory 2 week in person lab intensives and clinical placements.
- Mohawk College will be applying for program accreditation through Accreditation Canada EQUALTM
- On program accreditation, successful graduates will be eligible to write the national certification examination administered by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologist (CAMRT)
What you will learn
- Gain the technical expertise and theoretical knowledge needed to safely and effectively perform general and cardiac nuclear medicine procedures including theranostics, PET and SPECT imaging.
- Apply radiation safety principles to safely prepare, administer and dispose of radioactive tracers used in routine nuclear medicine procedures and therapeutic applications.
- Cultivate critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaborative skills while working with diverse patient populations and other healthcare professionals.
- Ensure safe and effective patient care and communication by following best practices, professional standards, code of ethics, and legal requirements.
Functional Demands
Those aspiring to pursue a career as a technologist in the field of nuclear medicine should thoroughly understand and consider the following functional demands, as they are essential to performing effectively in this challenging and highly specialized profession:
- Manual dexterity
- Physical strength for patient and equipment handling
- Fine motor control
- Critical thinking and strong written/verbal communication skills
- Empathy when interacting with a diverse patient population
Program Length and Delivery
- The didactic portion of the program will be delivered online using both synchronous and asynchronous formats, with Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to support all students.
- The program consists of 6 consecutive semesters which includes 2 semesters of fully didactic delivery, 2 semesters of didactic courses and part time clinical placement followed by 2 semesters of full time clinical placements.
- There are 3 mandatory two week lab intensives (end of semester 2, 3 & 4) for which students will be required to attend in person, at Mohawk College. These intensives will include hands on simulation learning in a variety of laboratories and clinical settings.
Admission
Admission
OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:
- Grade 12 English, C or U or equivalent
- Grade 12 Mathematics, C*, U or equivalent * MAP4C will not be accepted
- Grade 11 or 12 Biology, C or U or equivalent
- Grade 11 or 12 Chemistry, C or U or equivalent
- Grade 11 or 12 Physics, C or U or equivalent
The average of all five required courses must be 80% or higher
Options are available for mature applicants.
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Tuition and Fees
Tuition and Fees
2025 - 2026 Domestic Tuition and Fees
Please note the below costs are estimates based on 2025 - 2026 fee structure. 2026-27 fees will be determined next summer (August).
| Description | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compulsory Ancillary Fees | $907.11 | $809.78 | $631.48 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Compulsory Program Fees | $0.00 | $136.00 | $0.00 |
| Domestic Tuition | $3,546.00 | $3,546.00 | $3,546.00 |
| Total Domestic Charges Per Semester | $4,453.11 | $4,491.78 | $4,177.48 |
| Total 1st Year Fees | $13,122.37 | ||
Above fees based on full-time September program start date. Contact Student Services to confirm fees for other start dates or semesters.
Program of Studies
Course Overview & Descriptions
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Experiential Learning
Experiential Learning
How you'll gain skills
- Experience interactive simulations to further develop course concepts.
- Through practical, hands-on laboratory experience using state-of-the-art tools and equipment.
- Participate in extensive unpaid clinical placements with affiliated clinical agencies.
To learn more, please visit the Centre for Experiential Learning.
Pre-Clinical Requirements
All accepted applicants are required to complete certain requirements prior to clinical placement and are responsible for the associated costs. Details about pre-placement requirements will be emailed to you once you accept your offer of admission.
To be eligible for field/clinical placement, you must not have been convicted of any offence for which you have not been pardoned. If your Police Check is 'not clear', your acceptance and suitability for placement are at the discretion of the agency. Mohawk College cannot guarantee placement changes if refused by the agency.
Clinical Placements
Clinical practice may be completed at clinical agencies located throughout Ontario or other provinces upon approval by Mohawk College. The Program will determine the allocation of students to these sites. Clinical placements may occur at locations that are not accessible by public transit or may require the student to relocate. Students must prepare financially and personally to relocate and/or commute to their assigned clinical placement. Mohawk shall not be responsible for providing students with transportation to clinical placements. Students may be required to attend clinical practice at a site that is not of their choosing.
Please contact the alliedhealthfps [at] mohawkcollege.ca (clinical placement specialist) for more information regarding clinical placements.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes, often referred to as ‘Program Standards', set out the essential learning that a student must achieve before being deemed ready to graduate.
In many cases these program learning outcomes were developed by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities (MCU) in consultation with employers and educators who are experts in the program field. To ensure the outcomes remain current and in line with industry needs, we invite our employers, graduates working in the field and current students to re-examine and update them during regular, ongoing program review focus groups.
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Nuclear Medicine Technologists can pursue careers in clinical environments including hospitals, diagnostic imaging centres and independent health facilities. Other career opportunities can be found in the areas of radiopharmaceutical production facilities, education, sales, applications and research.
Your future career options
- Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Where you could work includes
- Hospital Nuclear Medicine Departments
- Independent Health Facilities (IHF)
- Positron Emissions Tomography (PET) centres
- Radiopharmaceutical production facilities
Professional Certification
On program accreditation, graduates of the Mohawk College Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Advanced Diploma Program are eligible to challenge the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) entry-to-practice certification examination.
Successful completion of the certification exam allows graduates to work anywhere across Canada and in many other countries across the globe. Certain provinces in Canada require registration with regulatory bodies in order to practice. For graduates seeking employment in Ontario they must register with the College of Medical Radiation Imaging Technologist of Ontario (CMRITO).
Canadian technologists may be eligible to work in the United States by obtaining certification through the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Educational Pathways
Pathways to Mohawk
If you've successfully taken a course at another post-secondary institution, you may be able to earn course exemptions toward your credential here at Mohawk.
If you have successfully completed one of the following programs at Mohawk, you may be eligible to receive transfer credit in this program. To start a new program at Mohawk, you must apply via ontariocolleges.ca.
Transfer from
You can transfer to the Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging - 760 from the following programs:
Cardiovascular Technology
Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography
Health, Wellness and Fitness
Massage Therapy
Medical Radiation Sciences
Nursing (BScN)
Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant
Pharmacy Technician
Practical Nursing
Receiving Program
Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging
Transfer to
You can transfer from the Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging - 760 to the following programs:
Ultrasonography - Medical Radiation Sciences
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (1st Discipline)
Radiography - Medical Radiation Sciences
Mohawk College makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of each transfer opportunity. Please note that changes may occur in program offerings, admission requirements, and transfer credits granted by the receiving institutions. We advise all students to check with the receiving institution directly for the most up-to-date information.
Don’t see what you’re looking for? Search ONTransfer.ca for more pathways with Ontario public colleges and universities.
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Additional Information
Additional Information
Mohawk College's Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging students can become student members of professional associations while enrolled in the program. Membership allows students to participate in educational conferences and apply for bursaries and awards. Some conditions may apply.
- Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT)
- Provincial - Ontario Association of Medical Radiation Sciences (OAMRS)
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