Magnetic Resonance Imaging Certificate

The Magnetic Resonance Imaging Certificate (MRI) through the School of Medical Imaging Sciences is a distance education program with a clinical internship component consisting of 240 hours. The Magnetic Resonance Imaging Certificate (MRI) prepares students to practice competently and effectively as medical imaging professionals in diverse healthcare environments. The academic and clinical foundation in the curriculum develops graduates with professional flexibility and adaptability to assume prominent roles and responsibilities after graduation in both career and scholarly pursuits. Click here to request program information.

The fulfillment of our mission and goals through an integrated curriculum ensures students attain the following learning outcomes:

  • Obtain a level of clinical competence appropriate for an entry-level medical imaging professional.
  • Possess critical thinking skills to adapt to changing clinical environments and patient needs.
  • Exhibit professionalism through consistent ethical behavior.
  • Demonstrate communication skills for effective communication with patients, families, and other healthcare providers.

Upon completion of the core and required specialization courses, the following credential will be awarded: Magnetic Resonance Imaging Certificate

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Certificate

Credits: 20
Duration: 1 Year (2 semesters)
JPU offers three (3) semesters per calendar year. Students enrolling in two (2) consecutive semesters can complete the program in approximately 8 months.

Curriculum

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
MR421Clinical Practice5 Credits

Plan of Study

Semester 1
Orientation to MRI1 Credit
MRI Instrumentation, Imaging Physics, and Safety4 Credits
MRI Procedures4 Credits
9 Credits
Semester 2
MRI Anatomy and Pathology Correlation3 Credits
Pulse Sequences, Image Formation, and Contrast3 Credits
Clinical Practice5 Credits
11 Credits

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Certificate (MRI) Program Application Requirements:

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Certificate (MRI) Program Admission Requirements:

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.

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: NH, 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.