College Diploma – Nuclear Medicine Technology

The Nuclear Medicine Technology (NMT) 2-year full-time program trains students as nuclear medicine technologists to prepare and utilize radiopharmaceuticals (radioactive drugs) alongside specialized diagnostic equipment to assist in diagnosing and treating diseases.

• Two-Year Delivery Structure:

  • Year 1: Comprehensive foundational studies covering radiation physics, computed tomography (CT), anatomy and physiology, radionuclide instrumentation, radiopharmacy, quality control, radiation safety, patient communication, phlebotomy, and intravenous injections.

  • Year 2: Online coursework focusing on instrumentation, dosimetry, pathology, advanced computing, research, and clinical integration.

• Clinical Practicum: Concurrently includes three clinical practicum rotations in Year 2, allowing students to gain hands-on experience across all areas of clinical nuclear medicine.

• Job Insights:

  • Canada: Average salary of $62,099/yr (Range: $44K – $85K) | 1,247 jobs advertised (July 2026).

  • Alberta: Average salary of $68,735/yr (Range: $48K – $88K) | 81 jobs advertised (July 2026).

Academic Background:

• Minimum Level of Education Completed: Grade 12 / High School

• Minimum GPA: 50.0%

Language Requirements:

• Minimum Language Test Scores: IELTS 6.0 | TOEFL 80.0 | PTE 53.0 | Duolingo 115

• Conditional Admission: Available by completing English courses prior to the academic program if valid test scores are not yet provided.

PGWP Eligibility: This program is eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). Final approval rests solely with the IRCC based on fields in long-term shortage or meeting new requirements.

General Admission Note: Program requirements serve only as a guide and do not guarantee admission. Valid language test results are required for direct admission before receiving a final offer letter.