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Overview

Program Code

TRN

Credential Earned

Bachelor of Science in Medical Radiation Sciences from the University of Toronto and Advanced Diploma from The Michener Institute of Education at UHN

Program Type

Full-Time

Program Length

3 Years

Program Delivery

Hybrid

Application Method

Visit the University of Toronto website for application requirements, deadlines and procedures

Hybrid Specifications

On-site with online components (University of Toronto’s St. George Campus and Michener’s St. Patrick Campus)

About the Profession

Nuclear Medicine Technologists use minimally invasive procedures to diagnose specific disease pathologies based on their cellular function in comparison to normal tissues. The highly specific nature of how tracers localize in the body and are imaged, allows for comprehensive diagnostic information. Determination of tumour or injury location, size, treatment planning and response to treatment can all be accomplished with a small injection of a tracer with minimal pain or risk of adverse events.

Molecular Imaging uses highly specialized imaging cameras capable of detecting the radiation coming from the tracer inside the patient and form an image which visualizes the biochemical events at the cellular and molecular level. This is unique to any other imaging modality. Its ability to identify regions of pathology and mechanisms of disease has shown to be effective for predictions in tumour responsiveness to radiation treatments prior to their administration. NMMIT is part of the growing field known as nuclear theranostics.

Graduates are employed in a variety of environments including community and teaching hospitals, independent health facilities, research institutes, public health institutions, regulatory bodies, commercial radiopharmacies, education, and medical imaging equipment sales or applications.

About the Program

The Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging Technology Program (NMMIT) is a joint educational program offered through the University of Toronto and The Michener Institute of Education at UHN. NMMIT allows students to experience all aspects of the profession, including preparing radiopharmaceuticals and handling radioactivity, imaging using gamma cameras, Single-Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT)/ Computed tomography (CT), Bone Mineral Densitometry (BMD) scanners, exploration of emerging technologies in Positron Emission Computed Tomography (PECT)/ Computed tomography (CT), and theranostics.

Theory is put into practice by examining increasingly complex case studies and applying knowledge in both simulated and clinical environments.

Graduates are eligible to write the national certification examination conducted by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT). Certification allows them to apply for registration as a nuclear medicine technologist with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO).

The NMMIT program is accredited by Accreditation Canada. Accreditation is a quality improvement process that ensures educational programs meet national standards and that students acquire the knowledge, skills, and competencies for safe and effective care at entry to practice.

The program is exceptional because you gain extensive knowledge about nuclear medicine imaging, get hands-on experience with gamma cameras and practice your patient care skills.

Victoria P., Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Technology Student