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Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Southern Union State Community College

Short-Term CertificateNon-degree

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Short-term certificate for radiologic technologists specializing in MRI. Covers MRI principles, protocols, and patient care for magnetic resonance imaging.

Credits

15 credits

Format

In-Person

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  • Alabama

    Alabama

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

  • MRI principles, protocols, and patient care for magnetic resonance imaging
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists29-2035.00
  • Radiologic Technologists and Technicians29-2034.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Short-Term Certificate)

  • Physician orders — review and confirm prescribed MRI exams under direct supervision in a clinical imaging department.
  • Patient screening interviews — conduct using a standardized checklist to identify contraindications such as pacemakers or ferrous implants in a supervised clinical setting.
  • MRI safety protocols — follow established procedures for ferrous-object screening and zone-access control under the guidance of a senior technologist.
  • Patient medical histories — collect brief, structured histories using departmental intake forms prior to imaging procedures.
  • Comfort accessories — provide headphones or earplugs to patients and explain their purpose before scanner operation begins.
  • Patient positioning — assist in placing patients on the imaging cradle and applying basic immobilization devices under direct technologist supervision.
  • MRI scanner controls — operate standard scanner functions following step-by-step protocols on routine, uncomplicated studies.
  • Acquired images — inspect for gross-quality issues using the scanner workstation and laser camera output with supervisory review.
  • Scheduling and documentation software — enter patient data and exam orders into calendar and medical software systems accurately.
  • Active listening skills — apply during patient interactions to confirm understanding of instructions and reduce anxiety before scanning.

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