Completion of the MRI certificate allows for career advancement in the medical imaging profession. Students will be didactically prepared to sit for ARRT post-primary boards. Foundational didactic knowledge of the advanced modality allows students and/or employees the opportunity to gain employment.
Start dates for the MRI certificate are available in spring, summer and fall. All classes are available 100% online with cross-sectional classes offered both online or in a hybrid format. Applicants must be ARRT-registered and a certified technologist, or a current student in a radiography program.
Clarkson College applicants and current students may inquire about the possibility of receiving credit for previous life and/or work experience(s) per Academic Policy AA-47. Please reach out to an academic advisor or your program director if you have questions.
| Courses | Semester Hours |
|---|---|
| DMI 410 - Cross-Sectional Anatomy I | 3 |
| DMI 411 - Cross-Sectional Anatomy II | 3 |
| DMI 438 - MRI Physics and Instrumentation | 3 |
| DMI 439 - MRI Protocols | 3 |
| Total Semester Hours | 12 |
**Externship Optional - Individual certificates will help students meet educational requirements for the ARRT post-primary certifications. If students need the clinical component, an externship course will be advised.
Clarkson College offers competitive tuition rates, along with several ways to help manage the cost of your education. Tuition rates per credit hour are posted here.
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$83,740
Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024
Overall employment of radiologic and MRI technologists is projected to grow 6% to 8% from 2023 to 2033.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024
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