Associate of Science in Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technology

Program Description
The Associate of Science in Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technology (A.S. in MRIT) program prepares students to work as a technologist in the medical imaging modality of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). MRI is a medical imaging procedure that utilizes a computer coupled with radio waves and a powerful magnet to create detailed images of body structures for the purpose of qualitative and quantitative diagnostic accuracy. Thus, this training program recognizes MRI as a distinct and separate medical imaging discipline, which does not necessitate that the MRI technologists also have a background in other radiologic sciences. MRI technologists are highly trained personnel who utilize multi-million dollar equipment. They must have a solid understanding of MRI safety, instrumentation, physics, cross-sectional anatomy and patient care. Through this program, students obtain the knowledge base, skill set, and hands-on training necessary to safely and proficiently perform MRI examinations of the human body within a medical imaging facility. In addition to providing students with the necessary technical expertise in MRI technology, the program also trains students in compassionate and effective patient-care interactions.

Careers
The A.S. in MRIT program prepares students for work as a MRI technologist in a variety of medical settings. A MRI technologist is a healthcare professional trained to use specialized MRI equipment to create images of structures inside the human body.MRI technologists are employed to perform MRI studies on patients in hospitals, MRI outpatient facilities, and in medical research settings. 

Program Certification
Completion of the MRI Technologist program qualifies the student to sit for the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) Examination. Successful completion of the ARMRIT Examination (see www.armrit.org) certifies the student as a qualified/competent registered MRI Technologist.

Blended Instruction
Course work for A.S. in MRIT program is offered through a blended format of residential, online, and clinical instruction. The blended curriculum enables working adults to be more flexible in the scheduling of their study and work time. The program is four semesters in length, consisting of 62 credit units and 1600 clock hours of time (i.e., 600 lecture and 1000 clinical internship clock hours) for a total of 64 weeks of instruction. During the first two semesters students attend residential core classes on Saturday and take general education courses online. Students receive their hands-on MRI training during the third and fourth semesters by participating in a full-time supervised clinical internship. Students receive additional instruction and support during their internship experience through an online MRI Topics or Professional Development course and a once-a-month residential Clinical Practices course.

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