Degrees Offered
Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging & Therapeutic Sciences
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Length of Program
The University of Nebraska Medical Center, College of Allied Health Professions, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) program is 9-months of didactic and clinical experience for graduates of an accredited radiography program. Students who complete the program will be eligible to sit for the MRI Registry exam offered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). During the two semester curriculum students will gain knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:
- Operating state of the art MRI scanners
- Cross sectional anatomy and pathology
- MRI pharmacology and venipuncture
- MRI safety
- MRI instrumentation and physics
- Patient care, safety, ethics, and law in the MRI profession
- MRI procedures and protocols
Students will gain over 900 clinical hours caring for patients, operating MRI equipment, and working with registered staff MRI technologists, radiologists, and allied health professionals. Students will document 49 MRI clinical competencies as per the requirements of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Clinical competencies include patient care activities, MRI safety, MRI procedures, and quality control.
Degree Requirements
Students must successfully complete each course of the 2-semester, 9-month curriculum, requiring an average of 70% or above on all didactic and clinical courses unless specified otherwise in the syllabus. A minimum total of 120 semester credit hours is required for the Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Imaging & Therapeutic Sciences. Students must transfer in a minimum of 88 semester credit hours, 32 semester credit hours of which come from specific prerequisite coursework and a maximum of 60 semester credit hours for their radiography curriculum. Additionally, students will complete 32 semester credit hours in the MRI Program. Students must also successfully complete each course within the MRI curriculum in order to be considered for the Post-Baccalaureate Professional Certificate.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Website
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
The mission of admissions in the College of Allied Health Professions is to advance evidence-based recruitment and admissions practices that are inclusive, equitable and balanced with respect to experiences, attributes and metrics to recruit and admit applicants for the purpose of preparing highly competent, collaborative and compassionate professionals dedicated to improving the health and healthcare of all individuals and communities.For specific MRI admissions, application, and timelines, visit: MRI Admissions.
The program consists of lecture, demonstration, and clinical instruction. The 400 level courses are designated for students pursuing the Bachelor of Science degree while the 600 level courses are designated for students pursuing the Post-Baccalaureate Professional Certificate.
| Fall | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| MITS 410R or MITS 610R | SECTIONAL ANATOMY & PATHOLOGY I (Online) or SECTIONAL ANATOMY & PATHOLOGY I | 4 |
| MITS 419R or MITS 619R | MRI PHYSICS & SYSTEMS I or MRI PHYSICS & SYSTEMS I | 2 |
| MITS 425R or MITS 625R | MRI POSITION & PROTOCOL I or MRI POSITION & PROTOCOL I | 2 |
| MITS 451R or MITS 651R | MRI SAFETY (Online) or MRI SAFETY | 1 |
| MITS 465R or MITS 665R | MRI CLINICAL EDUCATION I or MRI CLINICAL EDUCATION I | 6 |
| Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
| MITS 411R or MITS 611R | SECTIONAL ANATOMY & PATHOLOGY II (Online) or SECTIONAL ANATOMY & PATHOLOGY II | 4 |
| MITS 419S | PROFESSIONAL PROJECTS I | 1 |
| MITS 420R or MITS 620R | MRI PHYSICS & SYSTEMS II or MRI PHYSICS & SYSTEMS II | 2 |
| MITS 441R or MITS 641R | MRI POSITIONING & PROTOCOLS II or MRI POSITIONING & PROTOCOLS II | 2 |
| MITS 466R or MITS 666R | MRI CLINICAL EDUCATION II or MRI CLINICAL EDUCATION II | 6 |
| MITS 450R or MITS 650R | MRI CAPSTONE or MRI CAPSTONE | 2 |
| Credit Hours | 17 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 32 | |
The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is the credentialing organization that recognizes individuals qualified in the use of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation to promote high standards of patient care in diagnostic medical imaging, interventional procedures and therapeutic treatment. The ARRT tests and certifies technologists and administers continuing education and ethics requirements for their annual registration.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Website
MRI Student Policies
In addition to the CAHP Student Policies, students are required to follow the below policies. If you have any questions regarding the policies, please reach out to Stephanie Vas, Program Director.