Purpose
Radiological clinical services are changing in the United States. Many traditional radiography exams, specifically x-ray exams, are being replaced by or supplemented with advanced imaging studies. As a result, there is a growing need for entry-level radiographers to be competent in different imaging modalities upon entering the workforce and for current radiography-registered technologists to obtain certification and registration in one or more of these.
The MSU Magnetic Resonance Imaging Certificate Program provides radiology students and professionals an opportunity to further their radiologic science careers with a specialty in MRI. This program consists of online didactic courses and clinical experience requirements obtained by student arrangement. Upon completion of the MRI Certificate Program, technologists will have received the coursework and will have independently obtained the clinical experience requirements needed to qualify for and take the post-primary American Registry of Radiologic Technologists® (ARRT®) Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Examination.
Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences (BSRS) completion program with MRI Certificate
This pathway is for students who would like to complete the MRI Certificate Program and a BSRS degree at the same time. The MRI courses satisfy the elective components of the BSRS degree. This path is for technologists with one of the following
- Registered Radiologic Technologist (R)
- Radiation Therapist (T)
- Nuclear Medicine (N) with ARRT or NMTCB
- Sonography or Vascular Sonography with ARRT or ARDMS
Upon completion, the technologist will be prepared to sit for the ARRT MR Examination.
Non-degree seeking MRI Certificate
This pathway is for registered technologists who are not seeking a BSRS degree. Completing the certificate will prepare the technologist to sit for the ARRT MRI Examination.
This path is for technologists with one of the following
- Registered Radiologic Technologist (R)
- Radiation Therapist (T)
- Nuclear Medicine (N) with ARRT or NMTCB
- Sonography or Vascular Sonography with ARRT or ARDMS
Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology (BSRT) with MRI-Dual Modality
This pathway is for entry-level students seeking dual national certification (Radiography and MRI). After completing the MSU BSRT entry-level program, and successfully completing the Radiography registry exam, students may sit for the ARRT MRI Examination.
Flexible Clinical Arrangements
The MRI program courses are entirely online providing flexibility in schedules and geographical locations. Each student may achieve their ARRT clinical experience requirements in the hospital or clinic where they are employed or at a location near them. MSU can provide help in forming these relationships.
COVID-19 is currently affecting our community and campus. Please be aware that policies may change suddenly. Clinical site immunization policies supersede program requirements. Students must understand that most clinical agencies prohibit the presence of unvaccinated students at their facilities. Students unwilling or unable to comply with their clinical site immunization policy will be required to step out of the program and reapply. Students attending programs in the Gunn College of Health Science and Human Services will most likely care for COVID-positive patients. Therefore, it is advised that all students receive the COVID-19 vaccine before their first clinical rotation. It is also recommended that students receive the COVID-19 booster.