Magnetic Resonance Imaging | Advanced Technical Certificate

Technicians doing a Magnetic Resonance Imaging test.

Program Overview

The Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) certificate program prepares already licensed Nuclear Medicine, Radiography, Radiation Therapy or Ultrasound Technologists to become MRI technologists.

Preparation for Certification Exam

American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification examination in Magnetic Resonance Imaging.
Short Program Time

This program takes 1 year or less.

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Program Details

The Advanced Technical Certificate in Magnetic Resonance Imaging program is a 15-credit hour program to prepare individuals who currently hold a Radiologic Technologist license from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) in either Nuclear Medicine, Radiography, Radiation Therapy or Ultrasound Technologists. Students will acquire knowledge of MRI scanning technology to include history and development, equipment, terminology, patient preparation and care, principles of image formation, acquisition, and production. Furthermore, students will gain knowledge of MRI pulsing sequence, gradient magnetic fields and anatomic section orientation.

The program content follows the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) curriculum to prepare program completers for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification examination in Magnetic Resonance Imaging.

Areas of Study:

Cross Sectional Anatomy
MRI Procedures and Patient Care
MRI Principles and MRI Safety

Program Location

Questions about this or other programs at the Medical Campus?

Visit our virtual room to speak to an advisor. No appointment is necessary.

New Student Center - Room 1113

Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Medical Campus address and directions

Call: 305-237-4141
Email: madvisement@mdc.edu

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