SF Bay Area, CA

The healthcare industry in the Bay Area is dynamic and thriving, with a wide range of opportunities for individuals interested in Nuclear Medicine.

The region is home to world-renowned hospitals, research institutions, and medical centers, providing ample opportunities for those pursuing careers in medicine, allied health, and Nuc Med.

With a multicultural population, healthcare professionals here have opportunities to gain valuable experiences and work with a variety of patients. Additionally, the region is known for its commitment to innovation and new technology, making it a rewarding place to pursue healthcare.

Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES)

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts holds national institutional accreditation by the Accrediting Bureau for Health Education Schools (ABHES). ABHES accreditation does not include continuing education courses.

ABHES Mailing Address:

6116 Executive Blvd., Suite 730
North Bethesda, MD 20852

ABHES Phone: 301-291-7550
ABHES Email: Info

Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE)

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts is a private institution approved to operate by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. Approval to operate means the institution is compliant with the minimum standards in the California Private Postsecondary Education Act (CPPEA) of 2009 (as amended) and Division 7.5 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations. CPPEA governs the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education.

BPPE Mailing Address:
1747 N. Market Blvd., Suite 225
Sacramento, CA 95834

BPPE Phone: 888-370-7589
BPPE Email: General

The Joint Review Committee on Education in Nuclear Medicine Technology (JRCNMT)

The Associate of Science in Nuclear Medicine Technology Program is programmatically accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Nuclear Medicine Technology (JRCNMT). 

JRCNMT Mailing Address:
820 W Danforth Road, Suite B1
Edmond, Oklahoma, 73003

JRCNMT Phone: (405) 285-0546
JRCNMT Email: General

What is the length of the Nuclear Medicine program?

24 Months.

How much does a Nuclear Medicine tech make in the SF Bay Area, CA?

According to O*Net OnLine, the annual median wage for Nuclear Medicine Technologists working in SF Bay Area is $177,940, while the median hourly wage is $85.55.

What is the demand for Nuclear Med techs?

According to BLS.gov, the overall employment of radiologic and Nuclear Medicine technologists is projected to grow 7 percent from 2019 to 2029, faster than the average for all occupations. As the population grows older, there will be an increase in medical conditions requiring imaging to make diagnoses.

Once I graduate from the program, will I receive a degree or diploma?

Yes, the A.S. in Nuclear Medicine Technology program is an Associate of Science degree program.

Do I have to find my clinical sites?

Clinical sites are provided for all of our students.

Do you offer job placement?

We may assist with job placements for all students who complete the program. However, we cannot guarantee employment.