Nuclear Medicine Technology

Admission Requirements

Admission and Selection

• Fall 2020 start: applications are accepted Oct. 2, 2019 until March 31, 2020.
• This program does not accept international students effective Fall 2020 intake. There are many program options for international applicants –  find out more.

Admission Requirements

Completion of the following courses or equivalents:

• At least 60% in Math 30-1 or Pure Math 30, or at least 70% in Math 30-2,
  
• At least 60% in English Language Arts 30-1,
• At least 60% in Chemistry 30,
  
• At least 60% in either Biology 30 or Physics 30 or Math 31. 
• All applicants must demonstrate English Language Proficiency prior to admission, including students educated in Canada.

SAIT accepts high school course equivalents for admission. If you don't meet the requirements, consider Academic Upgrading.

SAIT evaluates international documents for admissions. After you've applied, consider our  international document assessment service if your education is from outside of Canada. 

Competitive Entry: Seven Step Process

Step 1: Read the program information to see the qualities needed for student success.

Step 2: Ensure that you meet all of the admission requirements listed above.

Step 3: Review the selection information to understand the process and deadlines 

• Applications and proof of the admission requirements ( transcripts and/or anticipated final grades) along with all supporting documents must be submitted by March 31 to be included in selection. 
• Applicants will have one attempt to complete the selection process for this program. If you're not offered admission, you can re-apply for the next intake and you will be required to complete the selection process again.
• Selection is done on a continuous basis and will continue until the program is full.  Apply early for the best chance of getting a seat.
• There will be 16 seats offered for the fall intake. Additional seats are reserved for Saskatchewan and Manitoba residents through interprovincial agreements.
• Applicants who apply after the program has been filled may be placed on a waitlist.

In the selection process, applicants will be assessed on the following criteria and seats will be offered accordingly.

Phase 1: Program Selection Package

Applicants will be sent a program selection package via email if they meet the admission requirements. The selection package must be completed and returned within one week of the initial email date.

We recommend you add diagnostic.imaging@sait.ca and the sait.ca domain to your safe senders list or you risk missing critical email messages. 

You are solely responsible to ensure the information in the selection package is legible, articulate and best reflects you as a candidate. Falsifying information will result in your application being removed immediately from the selection process and may result in the initiation of SAIT's Student Code of Conduct Procedure AC.3.4.1. 

Selection packages are evaluated using a standardized scoring system.  

• If scores from the selection package are above the benchmark established by the School of Health and Public Safety, the applicant will move to Phase 2 of the selection process.
• If scores from the selection package are below the benchmark, the applicant will be declined in selection.
• Those applicants who fail to complete and submit their packages by the deadline date will also be declined from further selection.

Phase 2: Aptitude Test

Applicants who successfully move to Phase 2 of the selection process will be emailed available dates and times to register to attend an aptitude assessment at SAIT.

• If you reside outside of a 400 km radius of Calgary and cannot attend an aptitude assessment session without undue hardship, alternative arrangements may be considered
• Please note that if the assessment is completed outside of SAIT, we are not responsible for providing technical support or any loss of connectivity. Those who fail to notify us or to attend their scheduled assessment will be declined from further selection.
• You will be assessed on your ability to answer the questions, and your capacity to understand and follow directions. The assessment includes reading comprehension, math, science, career awareness, and reasoning-type questions. We do not provide a breakdown of the question type beyond what has been provided here. There may be a fee for the assessment.
• Candidates who achieve a mark above the predetermined benchmark on the aptitude assessment will be offered a seat until the program is full. Seats are offered on a continuous basis, so you are encouraged to register for the earliest date available. Once the program is full, those exceeding the benchmark will be place on a ranked waitlist. 
• Saskatchewan and Manitoba candidates will also complete an interview as part of the selection process. The interview will take place in the candidate’s province of application or by alternative arrangement. Saskatchewan and Manitoba candidates will not be required to travel to Calgary for the selection process.

Step 4: Apply to Nuclear Medicine Technology and submit your transcripts.

Step 5: Log in to mySAIT.ca to check your admission status. If eligible, your status will indicate that you're "In Selection."

Step 6: Complete the selection package that is emailed to you.

Step 7: Continue to monitor changes to your application status through mySAIT.ca.

Failure to meet anticipated final grades will result in offers being rescinded.

Communication during selection

Email is the primary source of communication during the selection process. Ensure your personal email account is managed appropriately to receive our emails, files and communications. We recommend you add diagnostic.imaging@sait.ca and the sait.ca domain to your safe senders list or you risk missing critical email messages.

Due to the significant number of applications for this program, the selection process can take some time. Every effort will be made to maintain the timelines outlined above. We appreciate your patience. You can also log on to mySAIT.ca to check your admission decision status.

Unfortunately, due to the extremely large volume of applicants, we cannot provide any assistance or follow-up as to why the candidate was not competitive or where the applicant is ranked on the waitlist.  

Practicum Requirements

The School of Health and Public Safety has many practica partners located within Alberta and across Canada. Practicum placements in Calgary are limited and students may be required to relocate outside of Calgary for practicum.

Successful candidates will be informed of the allocation of their practicum placement by the program at a later date. There is no guarantee that students will be placed at their desired practicum location. Special considerations of personal circumstances will not be given in regards to assigning practicum placements. Students will be responsible for fees associated with practicum such as entrance requirements, relocation and travel costs. 

In compliance with the practica agreements with our clinical partners, successful candidates will be requested to provide proof of the following requirements:

• Current Heart and Stroke Foundation Health Care Provider Level (C) CPR
• Updated immunization records
• Security clearance - Police Information Check including Vulnerable Sector Check
• N95 respiratory mask fitting
• Health and wellness status

Learn more

Courses

Program Outline

Looking for course descriptions and requisites? Visit the course catalogue

First Year

Semester 1 - Fall

Semester 2 - Winter

Semester 3 - Spring/Summer

Second Year

Semester 4 - Fall

Semester 5 - Winter

Semester 6 - Spring/Summer

Please be advised that full-time student status requires students to take 60% of a full course load per semester. Depending on the number of courses completed by correspondence, a student may be considered a part-time student, which may impact his/her financial loan status.

Progression

Students must attain a PGPA and/or a CGPA of 2.0 or better in each semester and pass the necessary prerequisite courses to progress through the program. To qualify for graduation, students must pass all courses, attain a CGPA of 2.0 or better and complete course requirements within the prescribed timelines.

Transfer Options

The opportunity to advance your education through transfer to, within or from SAIT is available with the following universities and colleges:

• Athabasca University
• Memorial University of Newfoundland (The Marine Institute)
• Thompson Rivers University

To learn more, visit Transfer Options. 

Costs

Domestic Tuition and Fees*

International Tuition and Fees*

*Fees and tuition are based on a two-semester full course load structure. There may be additional fees for practicums and terms held outside this time frame.

SAIT Fees

Campus athletic and recreation Fee: $171.20
Universal transit pass (UPass): $310 - Check eligibility here.
Student support fee: $100
Student technology fee: $100

Health and Dental Fees

Domestic Students 

• Health Plan: $122
• Dental Plan: $130
• For students with existing health and/or dental plans, please refer to the Saitsa website for information on opting out.

International Students 

• Health and Dental Plan: $344
• For more information on Health and Dental Benefits for International students please contact the International Centre.

Books and supplies*

• Books and supplies are approximately $2,600 in the first year and $1,200 in the second year.
• There is a $75 CompTracker user fee per semester. 
• Students are responsible for any additional expenses related to their practica (i.e. relocation costs if placed outside of Calgary, food, housing, transportation, etc.).
• Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) exam fees are approximately $175.
• Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) certification exam fees are approx $840 with an additional $125 exam administration fee.
• Student Registration fee to the Alberta College of Medical Diagnostic and Therapeutic Technologists (approx $100)
• There is a fee associated with obtaining a police information check including Vulnerable Sector Check, payable to the Police or the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)

Find out about tuition and financial aid.

* Tuition, fees, books and supply costs are subject to change.

Next steps for incoming students

Have you been accepted to this program? Here's what you'll need for your first day of classes.

Important dates and deadlines

Find important dates applicable to all students, including your transcript and tuition payment deadlines on our Important Dates page.

Important Dates

Fall 2020

Orientation

Orientation for new students will take place online on Sept. 3, 2020.

To find the time and platform, visit our orientation page.

We are expecting to meet you at new student orientation. Important program information is discussed to ensure you are prepared to begin classes which start on day one. Orientation is a mandatory part of your learning experience to ensure student success.

Delivery 

This program will be delivered in a blended format for the Fall 2020 term due to the COVID-19 pandemic and associated health and safety guidelines. The majority of courses will take place online, with certain labs and hands-on learning scheduled on campus.

How to register for classes

You'll follow a fixed block registration process to enrol in your classes. Learn how to register on our registration and schedules page.

Computers and laptops

This is a bring your own device program with a standard hardware and software requirement. See the specific requirements on our computers and laptops page. 

Required equipment/tools

You will be evaluated on your level of competency performance during practicum which is logged using a tracking system called CompTracker. There is a required user license fee billed on a per semester basis. Each program will have a different student fee depending on how the system is used within the program. More information will be shared at orientation.

Please print and/or save a digital copy of the Safety Code 35: Procedures for the Installation, Use and Control of X-ray Equipment in Large Medical Radiological Facilities from the Health Canada website. Have this ready for use in class at the start of the semester.

Required personal protective equipment (PPE)

The industry-approved PPE you'll need will be discussed during your first few days of classes. 

Required uniform: In order to prepare for the classes that require the use of a uniform, please read the uniform requirements document.