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Master of Science in Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Sciences

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Master's DegreeAcademicCIP: 51.0905

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The mission of the Master of Science in Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Sciences (NMMIS) program in the School of Health Professions at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is to provide comprehensive didactic and clinical educational experiences reflecting 21st century workforce demands that prepare graduates to be competent practitioners and innovative leaders within the nuclear medicine profession.

Credits

64 credits

Format

In-Person

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  • Alabama

    Alabama

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Critical ThinkingActive ListeningSpeakingReading ComprehensionWritingMonitoringSocial PerceptivenessJudgment and Decision MakingInstructingLearning StrategiesActive Learning

Knowledge

BiologyEnglish LanguageMedicine and DentistryCustomer and Personal ServicePhysicsEducation and TrainingPsychology

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionOral ExpressionProblem SensitivityNear VisionWritten ComprehensionSpeech RecognitionWritten ExpressionDeductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningInformation OrderingSpeech Clarity

Tasks

  • Administer radiopharmaceuticals or radiation intravenously to detect or treat diseases, using radioi
  • Detect and map radiopharmaceuticals in patients' bodies, using a camera to produce photographic or c
  • Process cardiac function studies, using computer.
  • Schedule patients for nuclear medicine exams and procedures.
  • Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
  • Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, an
  • Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.

Technology

Medical softwareSpreadsheet softwareOffice suite softwareElectronic mail softwarePresentation softwareComputer based training softwareData base user interface and query softwareCalendar and scheduling softwareWord processing software

Tools

Automated blood pressure cuffsAutomated external defibrillators AEDAutomated multisample liquid scintillation countersAutomatic film developing equipmentBeta vial shieldsBlood drawing syringesComputed tomography CT scannersDesktop computersDigital ratemetersDose calibratorsDual channel spectrometer systemsDual headed gamma camerasElectrocardiography EKG unitsEvacuated blood collection tubesFinger film badges3D movement analysis systemsAgar slidesAutomated ESR analyzersBack support bracesBalance boardsBiohazard containersBlood culture incubatorsCardiac monitorsCarousel slide projectorsCasting ovensCell washing equipmentCervical traction unitsCoagulation testing equipmentColorimetric devicesCompact digital cameras

Work Values

RelationshipsSupportAchievementWorking ConditionsIndependenceRecognition
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Nuclear Medicine Technologists29-2033.00
  • Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary25-1071.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: advanced (Level 4)(based on Master's Degree)

  • Departmental strategy and standards — establish clinical protocols, quality benchmarks, and regulatory compliance frameworks for an entire nuclear medicine department aligned with Joint Commission and NRC requirements.
  • Workforce development leadership — design and implement structured competency assessment programs that advance technologist skills from entry level through senior practice across a multi-site health system.
  • Technology acquisition and implementation — lead evaluation, procurement, and installation of new nuclear medicine imaging systems and software platforms, coordinating vendor relations and staff readiness.
  • Radiation safety program direction — serve as authorized user or radiation safety officer designee, directing institution-wide radiation protection policies and chairing safety committee reviews.
  • Research and innovation — lead clinical research initiatives evaluating novel radiopharmaceuticals or imaging protocols, analyzing outcomes data and disseminating findings through peer-reviewed channels.
  • Interdisciplinary program integration — partner with oncology, cardiology, and radiology leadership to develop integrated diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine service lines that improve patient outcomes.
  • Operational performance management — analyze departmental productivity metrics, throughput data, and patient satisfaction scores using reporting software, implementing evidence-based process improvements.
  • Budget and resource stewardship — oversee departmental capital and operating budgets including radiopharmaceutical procurement, dosimetry equipment, and staffing, optimizing cost-efficiency without compromising quality.
  • Accreditation and regulatory leadership — guide nuclear medicine programs through ICANL or ACR accreditation cycles, ensuring documentation completeness and corrective action follow-through.
  • Organizational advocacy and policy influence — represent nuclear medicine technologists at administrative, regulatory, and professional-society levels, shaping practice standards and advocating for patient safety improvements.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

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Completion Rate
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Placement Rate
13%