Enroll in the MRI Technology Degree Program

_ Hybrid / Distance Education Program _

The Associate of Applied Science in MRI Technology is programmatically accredited by ARMRIT. This program prepares students for entry-level employment as an MRI technologist. Graduates will be able to seek employment opportunities in hospitals, imaging centers, and other healthcare related facilities. The MRI program is taught using a hybrid/blended learning environment.

Graduates will have the basic skills and knowledge required for a career in Magnetic Resonance Imaging. They will be able to perform MRI procedures competently and safely on patients, and they will be capable of explaining procedures, preparing patients for scans, and monitoring and adjusting scans. MRI graduates will demonstrate behaviors consistent with professional standards and will meet employer expectations for an entry-level position.

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Program Overview

In this program, students will learn how to perform patient examinations using MRI equipment, under the guidelines set by radiologists and ordered by physicians. This comprehensive training program will include classroom instruction, hands-on training, and a clinical internship. The internship is an excellent opportunity for students to gain practical experience in a real work environment.

Program Length	24 months
Total Credit Hours	66 credits hours
Clinical Internship Hours	960 hours

The MRI Technology program can be completed in approximately 24 months.

Accreditations and Approvals

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The Associate of Applied Science in MRI Technology is accredited by the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) and approved by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

AIMS Education is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).

Career Outlook

Salary range in NJ is $75,380 to $102,470
13% projected job growth in NJ from 2018 to 2028
Job opportunities in hospitals and imaging centers

* Salary and job outlook information come from Projections Central and the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2021). Employment outcomes are not guaranteed.

Employment Opportunities

The number of MRI job opportunities is growing at a fast rate. This has resulted in tremendous career opportunities for MRI graduates. Most of the employment opportunities are in hospitals and diagnostic imaging centers.

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