Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
This certificate prepares students for entry-level MRI Imaging Technologists.
This is a G3 program. Students may qualify for free tuition, fees, and books.
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The Career Studies Certificate in Magnetic Resonance Imaging will prepare competent MRI technologists in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains.
Occupational Objectives: Successful graduates will be prepared to operate magnetic resonance imaging scanners in healthcare facilities to create diagnostic images. Successful completers will sit for the MRI certification exam through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Admission Requirements
- Required Imaging Credentials
To be considered for the MRI Course, applicants must hold one of the following current credentials:
- ARRT – Radiography R.T.(R)
- ARRT – Radiation Therapy R.T.(T)
- ARRT – Sonography R.T.(S)
- ARDMS certification
- ARRT – Nuclear Medicine R.T.(N)
- NMTCB certification
- Information Sessions
Information sessions are offered for prospective students interested in the CT and MRI pathways. These sessions help students determine whether the pathway and profession are a good fit, explain the registration process, and provide an opportunity to ask faculty questions about the courses and career field.
Attendance at an information session is strongly encouraged.
Sessions are held via Zoom, and meeting invitations are emailed to registered participants a few days before the scheduled date.
Space is limited and registration is required for attendance. Please register via SignUp for one of the information sessions.
The following dates have been scheduled for the Spring 2026 semester:
- Monday, February 2nd from 2:05-2:50 p.m. via Zoom
- Monday, March 2nd from 2:05-2:50 p.m. via Zoom
- Monday, March 30th from 2:05-2:50 p.m. via Zoom
- Thursday, April 27th from 2:05-2:50 p.m. via Zoom
For students who are unable to attend a session, please view our pre-recorded abbreviated information session.
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The MRI Program is transitioning to an exciting new format! Applications are not being accepted at this time. Information sessions are currently being offered for those interested in learning more.
Additional details will be available on this page by February 28. Please check back soon for updates on what’s ahead.