AA in Positron Emission Tomography/Computed Tomography (PET/CT) Technology

USA

What will I learn?

Positron Emission Tomography/Computed Tomography Technology

Better known by its acronym, PET/CT, this program will prepare you for a career as a technologist in advanced radiology associated health fields. Our PET/CT Technology Program offers you both an associate of arts and a bachelor of science degree. You also have the flexibility to double major in Nuclear Medicine Technology (NMT). With the double major, you will be eligible to apply for the national certification exams offered in PET, CT and NMT while earning your bachelor of science degree in as little as five years.

Our graduates are highly skilled, knowledgeable and concerned professionals who provide quality patient care. Graduates have the opportunity to use their medical skills and enter additional educational programs in other health or technical fields.

PET and CT

Positron Emission Tomography (PET) imaging is an advanced nuclear medicine procedure that shows the molecular functioning of organs and tissues. A PET scan measures important body functions, such as blood flow, oxygen use, and metabolism, to help doctors evaluate how well organs and tissues are functioning.

Computed Tomography (CT) imaging uses special X-ray equipment to produce multiple images or pictures of the metabolic processes inside of the body. CT imaging provides excellent anatomic information. A radiologist interprets these images to assess the condition of a patient.

PET and CT scans are also performed to:

  • Detect cancer
  • Determine whether cancer has spread in the body
  • Assess the effectiveness of a treatment plan, such as cancer therapy
  • Determine if cancer has returned after treatment
  • Determine blood flow to the heart muscle
  • Determine the effects of a heart attack
  • Evaluate brain abnormalities, such as tumors or memory disorder

Which department am I in?

College of Health Professions

Study options

Online/Distance (60 credit hours)

Tuition fees
$32,330.00 (27,02,725) per year
Application deadline

Expected July, December 2024

Start date

Expected August 2024

Entry requirements

For international students

Entrance into The University of Findlay requires an earned diploma from an accredited high school in a college preparatory course of study or a GED certificate. The faculty recommends four units of English, three units of mathematics, three units of social studies (including one in history), two units of science, and two units of foreign language. The following criteria are used as standards for first-time student admission as well as for students with fewer than 12 hours of post-secondary credit: High school grades (minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average) and class rank; American College Test (ACT) (minimum 20 composite ACT) or Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) (minimum 950 composite SAT) scores.

English Language Requirements:

International students entering The University of Findlay’s undergraduate program must submit a TOEFL (iBT) score of at least 61, an IELTS score of at least 6.0, a Pearson Test of English (academic) of at least 50, or an International Test of English Proficiency (iTEP) of at least 3.5. International students whose medium of instruction was in English at the secondary and/or post-secondary levels may apply for exemption from this requirement. Students, who do meet these language requirements, may study in The University of Findlay's Intensive English Program (IELP) prior to beginning their academic studies.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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