Why study Advanced Medical Imaging Technology : Magnetic Resonance Imaging?

The Advanced Medical Imaging Technology (AMIT) Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) certificate program provides an avenue for post associate (baccalaureate preferred) students who are unable to pursue a second baccalaureate or an advanced degree.

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a technique that uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the organs and tissues within your body.  These techniques are used to diagnosis disease and analyze human anatomy.

The program is 12 consecutive months in duration. Through a combination of classroom, online learning, and clinical instruction, students will be taught the specific skills needed for entry-level positions in MRI. You may also choose to study the second modality (Nuclear Medicine Technology) for an additional 12 month curriculum.

Upon completion of the professional curriculum, certificate students are eligible to sit for national board exams, a necessity in nearly all health care fields. It is our goal to supply you with the necessary level of training and experience to adequately prepare for these examinations.

For additional program details including program outcomes, the program's mission and vision, and more please visit the Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) program page. 

Admission Requirements

Visit the Admissions Information page to learn more about the requirements, prerequisites, deadlines and more.

Advanced Medical Imaging Technology program graduates are employed in hospitals, medical centers, outpatient clinics, and research facilities. Advancement in this field may involve promotion to supervisory and administrative positions, equipment and pharmaceutical sales, product support, and teaching.

Most full-time MRI Technologists work about 40 hours a week. They may, however, have evening, weekend or on-call hours. Opportunities for part-time and shift work also are available.

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Distance Learning for AMIT Bachelor’s Degree & Certificate Students

The AMIT program is fully accredited by federal, state and the Nuclear Medicine Technology JRCNMT accreditation for distance learning (DL) education. Program specific accreditation for Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is currently pending accreditation via the JRCERT accreditation.  Distance learning education placements are determined during the program secondary admissions process.  All applicants have the opportunity to select their on-campus or distance learning placement preference during the application process.

Distance learning students attend didactic courses synchronously with in person students via zoom and attend clinicals in person in areas distance from Cincinnati. There are no asynchronous options to complete didactic courses and no options for virtual clinical rotations for this program.

We are limited to DL regions within approximately 90-minute drive of the UC main campus per state authorization. Currently our distance learning opportunities include:

  • Columbus, Ohio (limited placement) - MRI Only
  • Lexington, Kentucky – Nuclear Medicine Only
  • Louisville, Kentucky – MRI and Nuclear Medicine 

Please contact the AMIT Program directly if you are interested in these opportunities: AdvMedImaging@ucmail.uc.edu.

Students changing majors from other programs or colleges within UC will be considered based on the same criteria as outlined for certificate program students. Transfer students must still complete all program requirements and go through the admissions process.

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The University of Cincinnati and all regional campuses are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

 

MRI Accreditation

The magnetic resonance program is accredited by the:

Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
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Suite 2850 
Chicago, IL 
60606-3182 
Phone: 312-704-5300 
Email: mail@jrcert.org 

The program’s current award is 5 years. General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter can be found here: https://www.jrcert.org/programs/university-of-cincinnati/.

The Joint Review Committee on Education Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) monitors performance measures of programs and makes this information available to the public. Successful completion of a JRCERT-accredited program assures you that you will be provided with the knowledge, skills, and professional values required for career success.

Contact Information

Whitney Bowen
Health Sciences Building
3225 Eden Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45267
(513) 558-7415
bowenwn@ucmail.uc.edu

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Program Code: 35CRT-AMIT-PTC-AMIT-MRI