Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging

The Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging program offers specializations in Computed Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Nuclear Medicine, and Sonography and is designed to prepare students to provide high-quality care to patients in a variety of healthcare settings. The Medical Imaging program prepares clinically competent students in their chosen specialty who will demonstrate effective communication skills, critical thinking skills, and professionalism.

The School of Medical Imaging Sciences also offers certificates in Positron Emission Tomography, Computed Tomography, and Magnetic Resonance Imaging.

The BS in Medical Imaging program has specializations in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Computed Tomography (CT), Nuclear Medicine, and Sonography. This degree program is offered through a hybrid learning environment. On-site instruction is required per semester (boot camp).

The BS in Medical Imaging program has the following learning outcomes:

BS in Medical Imaging Program Details and Curriculum:

Required Credit hours: 60 (120*)
Program Duration: 2 years (4 semesters)
JPU offers three (3) semesters per calendar year. Students enrolling at a full-time status for four (4) consecutive semesters can complete the program in approximately 16 months.

*30 (100-200 level) technical/occupational credits will be accepted for transfer and 30 (100-200 level) General Education credits will be accepted for transfer.  There must be at least one general education course from each of the four categories:  Humanities, Social Sciences, Sciences, and Mathematics.

Curriculum

Core Courses (36 credits Required)
RS300Orientation to Advanced Modalities1 credit
RS306Patient Care in Advanced Modalities3 credits
BIOL352Imaging and Sectional Anatomy4 credits
MI310Pathophysiology3 credits
RS312Radiation Physics3 credits
RS390Ethics and Law for Advanced Modalities3 credits
RS302Radiation Biology and Protection3 credits
MI330Leadership and Communication3 credits
RS314Pharmacology3 credits
RS316Professionalism and Workplace Experience2 credits
RS403Professional Practice1 credit
RS435Research Methods and Capstone2 credits
RS420Clinical Practice I (240 clinical hours)5 credits
Nuclear Medicine Specialization (24 credits required)
NM400Orientation to Nuclear Medicine1 credit
NM406Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures I2 credits
NM407Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures II2 credits
NM408Instrumentation, QC, and Qa3 credits
NM414Radiopharmacy and Pharmacology3 credits
NM424Radiation Safety in Nuclear Medicine2 credits
NM421Clinical Practice II (495 clinical hours)11 credits
Sonography Specialization (24 credits required)
US400Orientation to Sonography1 credit
US406Sonographic Procedures and Studies I3 credits
US407Sonographic Procedures and Studies II3 credits
US408Sonographic Physics and Instrumentation3 credits
US401Anatomy and Physiology for Sonography3 credits
US421Clinical Practice II (515 clinical hours)11 credits
Computed Tomography Specialization (24 credits required)
RS404Communication and Information Management3 credits
RS318Productivity and Assessment in Radiation Sciences3 credits
CT400Orientation to Computed Tomography1 credit
CT406CT Procedures4 credits
CT408CT Instrumentation and Imaging Physics4 credits
CT412CT Anatomy and Pathology Correlation3 credits
CT414Planar and Volumetric Post-Processing3 credits
CT416Advanced Techniques in CT3 credits
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Specialization (24 credits required)
RS404Communication and Information Management3 credits
RS318Productivity and Assessment in Radiation Sciences3 credits
MR400Orientation to MRI1 credit
MR406MRI Procedures4 credits
MR408MRI Instrumentation, Imaging Physics, and Safety4 credits
MR412MRI Anatomy and Pathology Correlation3 credits
MR414Pulse Sequences, Image Formation and Contrast3 credits
MR416Advanced Techniques in MRI3 credits

Certification

The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) contains the most updated information on licensure, as well as each individual state. JPU reviews the information annually.

Sonography Certification

Is state licensure required?

No: AL, AK, AZ, CT, FL, MS, TX, AR, CA, CO, DE, DC, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MT, NC, NE, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY

Yes: NH, NM, ND, OR

If required, is ARRT certification sufficient?

Yes: NH, NM, ND, OR

Does JPU’s program meet requirements to take the ARRT examination?

Yes.  Graduates are eligible to take the ARRT examination. JPU’s accreditor, Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) is recognized by the ARRT.

The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) contains the most updated information on licensure. Including each individual state. JPU reviews the information annually.

Does JPU’s program meet requirements to take the ARRT examination?

Yes.  Graduates are eligible to take the ARRT examination because JPU’s accreditor, Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) is recognized by the ARRT.

If ARRT is not sufficient, what are the requirements?

Texas: A Jurisprudence (JP) Exam with a score of 75 or better is required.  Visit https://tmb.state.tx.u/page/licensing for more details.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Specialization

Is state licensure required?

No: AL, AK, AZ, CT, FL, MS, TX, AR, CA, CO, DE, DC, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MT, NC, NE, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WY

Yes: NH, NM, ND, OR, TN, WV

If required, is ARRT certification sufficient?

Yes: NM, NM, ND, OR, TN, WV

Does JPU’s program meet requirements to take the ARRT examination?

Yes.  Graduates are eligible to take the ARRT examination. JPU’s accreditor, Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) is recognized by the ARRT.

The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) contains the most updated information on licensure. Including each individual state. JPU reviews the information annually.

Computed Tomography Specialization

Is state licensure required?

No: AL, AK, CT, FL, MS, TX, AR, DE, DC, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, ME, MN, MO, MT, ND, NE, NJ, NH, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, UT, VA, WA, WV, WY

Yes: AZ, CA, CO, FL, MA, MI, NM, NC, OR, WI, NV, VT

If required, is ARRT certification sufficient?

In most states requiring a license, ARRT certification is sufficient. Visit the Details on Licensure Per State page for more information on requirements for your state.

Does JPU’s program meet requirements to take the ARRT examination?

Yes.  Graduates are eligible to take the ARRT examination. JPU’s accreditor, Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) is recognized by the ARRT.

The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) contains the most updated information on licensure. Including each individual state. JPU reviews the information annually.

Nuclear Medicine Specialization

Is state licensure required?

Yes: AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MS, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, ND, OH, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WY

No: MI, NC, WI, AL, AK, DC, ID, MN, MO, MT, NE, OK, SD,

If required, is ARRT certification sufficient?

In most states requiring a license, ARRT certification is sufficient. Visit the Details on Licensure Per State page for more information on requirements for your state.

Does JPU’s program meet requirements to take the ARRT examination?

Yes.  Graduates are eligible to take the ARRT examination. JPU’s accreditor, Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) is recognized by the ARRT.

The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) contains the most updated information on licensure. Including each individual state. JPU reviews the information annually.