Magnetic Resonance Imaging
CurriculumFor Registered Radiologic Technologists, Direct to Work
Offered Online
- CERT Certificate | 6 Credits
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Are you a registered technologist certified through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), American Registry of Medical Sonography (ARDMS), or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)? If so, further your career with a certificate in magnetic resonance imaging (MR).
This post-primary certificate will increase your employment options and earning potential. Designed with the working technologist in mind, we are offering an online didactic course and internship opportunities throughout the Denver metropolitan area. This certificate includes a three-credit online course that exceeds the requirements of the ARRT.
What You Will Learn & Experience
This post-primary certificate will increase your employment options and earning potential. Designed with the working technologist in mind, we are offering an online didactic course and weekday internship opportunities throughout the Denver metro area. This certificate includes a three-credit online course that exceeds the requirements of the ARRT. Topics emphasized are patient interactions and management, MRI screening and safety, all the image production processes, with specific attention to the neurological, whole body and musculoskeletal systems.
Application Cycle
Thank you for your interest in the Magnetic Resonance (MR) Certificate program. The application cycle is open from April 1st to May 15th for a fall semester start and October 1st to November 15th for a spring semester start, each year. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Some clinical sites may interview potential applicants at their discretion.
For more information, please contact Teri Huggins.
Available Online
CCD Online offers fully online certificates and degrees, and individual online courses to help match your busy schedule. This program offers only RTE 260 as an online course with the exception of an in-seat venipuncture training, if needed, at our Lowry location.
Your first step is to see if online learning is right for you. Online and hybrid environments offer much more flexibility but require more self-direction and self-discipline. Certain work habits, learning styles and skills contribute to a successful online or hybrid learning experience.
Online Experience Questions?
303.352.6785 | TLC@ccd.edu
Course & Program Fees
Some programs and/or courses may require additional fees in addition to the base tuition and fees. High-cost course fees are used to support the maintenance and development of the course labs and are embedded within your general tuition.
Course Fees
The fees listed here are estimated and may change at any time. Please contact your advisor with any questions. The following courses have additional fees:
| Course | Description | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| RTE 260 | High-cost course fee | $7.35 (per credit hour) |
| RTE 284 | Malpractice Insurance Non-EMT | $8.50 (flat) |
| RTE 284 | Clinical Site Rotation Tracking | $39.50 (flat) |
Online Course Fees
A separate fee is used to absorb the cost of any lab kits needed for lab-based online courses. This fee eliminates the need for students to purchase lab kits separately.
| Course | Description | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| RTE 260 | Online course fee | $7.21 (per credit hour) |
Financial Aid Eligibility
**This program is not eligible for federal student aid.**
Scholarships are now available for short certificates at CCD. See if you qualify here. Also, view more scholarships and apply.
Internships & Service Learning Opportunities
What you will learn and experience:
The online course is designed to allow a student to progress at a flexible pace for an individualized learning experience. Once completed, you will enroll in a 15-week internship during spring or fall, or 10-weeks during the summer to obtain the required competencies for the certificate and the ARRT. Throughout the internships, you will be evaluated by CCD's MR clinical instructor to ensure you have obtained the necessary clinical skills and are able to work independently so you can be job ready.
Additional internships are available should you need additional time.
Job Outlook & Salary Information
The expected job growth for MR technologists is 14 percent up to 25 percent in Colorado.
The median salary range is $78, 000 or $37.00/hour
This information was taken from Onet and the Bureau of Labor Statistics.