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Certificates in CT and MRI
Certificate in MRI | Certificate in CT (CT is now offered in Central California)
Certificate in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
MRI Brochure - PDF
Overview of Program
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists work in a highly specialized field operating sophisticated computerized equipment. They provide detailed cross-sectional images of the human body, assisting physicians with quality patient diagnosis and treatment.
This is a full-time 6-month Magnetic Resonance Imaging Certificate program. The program involves two quarters winter and spring. It starts around the first of the year and ends around the middle of June. During the program students take formal coursework along with clinical instruction. It is a full-time program with no arrangements for part-time or evening status. Clinical sites are available, but we cannot guarantee a clinical site close to where you live.
The program is full-time and involves 40 hours per week, which includes didactic and clinical experience. Clinical involves four (4), eight (8) hour days per week. Classes are scheduled for one day per week and may require the student to be on campus. We also offer a combined nine (9) month MRI/CT program.
Program Outcomes
- Be knowledgeable professionals in their field of study.
- Demonstrate leadership and critical thinking in all areas of MRI scanning.
- Behave with ethical standards as a professional MRI Technologist.
- Positively interact and communicate with patients, department personnel, and professional staff.
- Maintain skills and knowledge by interacting with fellow professionals, attending educational conferences, and staying current with changing technology.
The MRI Student Profile
- Enthusiastic students interested in maintaining high standards of academics, clinical performance, and patient care.
- Technologists working in this field need a broad knowledge of human anatomy and computer skills.
- Transcripts should reflect strong grades in science and related courses.
- Detail-orientated and able to work under pressure with critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- The student should submit meaningful recommendations from prior teachers, work supervisors, or health professionals who are knowledgeable about the student's qualifications.
- We accept students who are completing a program in radiologic technology prior to the start of the program as long as they have their ARRT, CRT, and CPR by the program start date.
Curriculum
MRI Program (6-month)
Winter QuarterRTSI 361 CT Physics - 2 units
RTSI 367 Cross-sectional Anatomy - 2 units
RTSI 971 Special Imaging Affiliation II - 2 units
Total - 6 units
Spring Quarter
RTSI 362 MRI Physics II - 2 units
RTSI 366 MRI Procedures and Patient Care - 2 units
RTSI 972 Special Imaging Affiliation III - 2 units
Total - 6 units
Combined CT and MRI Programs (9-month)
Autumn Quarter
RTSI 364 CT Procedures and Patient Care - 2 units
RTSI 369 CT Physics - 2 units
RTSI 971 Special Imaging Affiliation I - 2 units
Total 6 units
Winter Quarter
RTSI 361 MRI Physics I - 2 units
RTSI 367 Cross-sectional Anatomy - 2 units
RTIS 972 Special Imaging Affiliation II - 2 units
Total 6 units
Spring Quarter
RTSI 362 MRI Physics II - 2 units
RTSI 366 MRI Procedures and Patient Care - 2 units
RTSI 973 Special Imaging Affiliation III - 2 units
Total 6 units
Certificate in Computed Tomography (CT)
Overview of Program
Now available in Central California
Computed tomography technologists work in a highly specialized field operating sophisticated computerized tomography equipment. They provide detailed cross-sectional images of the human body, assisting physicians with quality patient diagnosis and treatment.
This is full-time 6-month Computed Tomography Certificate program. The program involves two quarters, fall and winter. It starts towards the end of September and ends around the middle of March. During the program students take formal coursework along with clinical instruction. It is a full-time program with no arrangements for part-time or evening status. Clinical sites are available but we cannot guarantee a clinical site close to where you live.
The program involves 40 hours per week, which includes didactic and clinical experience. Clinical involves four (4), eight (8) hour days per week. Classes are scheduled for one day per week and may require the student to be on campus. We also offer a combined nine (9) month CT/MRI program.
Program Outcomes
- Be knowledgeable professionals in their field of study.
- Demonstrate leadership and critical thinking in all areas of CT scanning.
- Behave with ethical standards as a professional CT technologist.
- Positively interact and communicate with patients, department personnel, and professional staff.
- Maintain skills and knowledge by interacting with fellow professionals, attending educational conferences, and staying current with changing technology.
The CT Student Profile
- Enthusiastic students interested in maintaining high standards of academics, clinical performance, and patient care.
- Technologists working in this field need a broad knowledge of human anatomy and computer skills.
- Transcripts should reflect strong grades in science and related courses.
- Detail-orientated, able to work under pressure with critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- The student should submit meaningful recommendations from prior teachers, work supervisors, or health professionals who are knowledgeable about your qualifications.
- We accept students who are completing a program in radiologic technology prior to the start of the program as long as they have their ARRT, CRT, and CPR by the program start date.
Distance Education
NEW: The CT Certificate Program will also be offered via distance education at Fresno City College in Fresno, California, in the Fall of 2009. Please contact the Program Coordinator for more information about applying to the Nuclear Medicine Program through Fresno City College.
Curriculum
Fall QuarterRTSI 364 CT Procedures and Patient Care - 2 units
RTSI 369 CT Physics - 2 units
RTSI 971 Special Imaging Affiliation I - 2 units
Total 6 units
Winter Quarter
RTSI 367 Cross-sectional Anatomy - 2 units
RTSI 972 Special Imaging Affiliation II - 2 units
Total 4 units
Combined CT and MRI Programs (9-month)
Autumn Quarter
RTSI 364 CT Procedures and Patient Care - 2 units
RTSI 369 CT Physics - 2 units
RTSI 971 Special Imaging Affiliation I - 2 units
Total 6 units
Winter Quarter
RTSI 361 MRI Physics I - 2 units
RTSI 367 Cross-sectional Anatomy - 2 units
RTIS 972 Special Imaging Affiliation II - 2 units
Total 6 units
Spring Quarter
RTSI 362 MRI Physics II - 2 units
RTSI 366 MRI Procedures and Patient Care - 2 units
RTSI 973 Special Imaging Affiliation III - 2 units
Total 6 units
Program Requirements
- Current ARRT Registry in Radiation Technology (RT)
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Current California (CRT) license
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Current CPR Card with the American Heart Association.
A minimum GPA of 2.5 must be maintained in all didactic and clinical coursework. Each student must complete all clinical requirements and class work, including assignments, quizzes, and exams.
Observation Experience
A minimum of eight (8) hours of career observation in CT and MRI is required respectively. The Career Observation Form is available as a download from the forms page on the web site.
Interviews
Deadline: Applications are accepted starting in January of each year. May 1 is the application deadline.
Be sure your application is complete to include a statement of purpose, application fee, three recommendations and transcripts. Official transcripts must come directly from the school to our Admissions Office.
Interviews are conducted towards the end of May. All applicants will be interviewed by the program director and representatives of the school of Allied Health Professions. If you reside in Southern California you should plan for a personal interview. You will be notified by phone or e-mail of your interview time and date.
The interviews are rated in the following four areas:
a. Work experience or training background
b. Recommendations
c. Academic background
d. Communication skills, knowledge, motivation, etc.
Selection
After all applicants have been interviewed, the selection committee for the CT and MRI programs meets to make the final selections. Selections are usually decided by the middle of June and confirmation of each decision is mailed to the respective applicant from the Office of Admissions for the School of Allied Health Professions.
Financial Information
The CT program is full-time for each quarter. The cost for the CT program is subject to change. Since this is a certificate program through the School of Allied Health Professions financial aid is not available. Please contact the Student Financial Aid Office at (909) 558-4509 if you have specific questions.
The MRI program is full-time for each quarter. The cost for the MRI program is subject to change. Since this is a certificate program through the School of Allied Health Professions. Financial aid is not available. Please contact the Student Financial Aid Office at (909) 558-4509 if you have specific questions.
Background Checks
Students are required to have a background check, as part of their application.
Timetable
Fall quarter starts at the end of September.
Application deadline is May 1. Interviews start the end of May with acceptance notification by the end of June.
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