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Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (MRI)

Gogebic Community College

Associate's DegreeAcademic

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This program provides a thorough foundation in MRI procedures, pathophysiology, and physics. When this education is combined with a sound base of clinical practice that meets national programmatic accreditation standards, a superior graduate capable of meeting professional workforce needs results. The MRI program prepares students to become eligible to complete the MRI certification exam administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Credits

69 credits

Format

In-Person

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Locations

Where this program is offered

  • Michigan

    Michigan

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningMonitoringOperations MonitoringSpeakingCritical ThinkingOperation and ControlWriting

Knowledge

Customer and Personal ServiceEnglish LanguagePhysicsComputers and ElectronicsPublic Safety and Security

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionOral ExpressionNear VisionWritten ComprehensionProblem SensitivityWritten ExpressionDeductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningInformation OrderingControl Precision

Tasks

  • Review physicians' orders to confirm prescribed exams.
  • Conduct screening interviews of patients to identify contraindications, such as ferrous objects, pre
  • Select appropriate imaging techniques or coils to produce required images.

Technology

Calendar and scheduling softwareMedical softwareSpreadsheet softwareOffice suite softwareWord processing software

Tools

CapnographsCarbon dioxide monitorsClinical imaging workstationsCrash cartsDosimetry badgesEmergency contrast reaction kitsFluoroptic thermometry systemsFunctional magnetic resonance imaging fMRI scannersImage capturing and transmission systemsIntravenous IV infusion pumpsIntravenous IV line setsLaser camerasMagnetic resonance imaging MRI audio and visual intercommunication systemsMagnetic resonance imaging MRI calibration devicesMagnetic resonance imaging MRI calibration phantoms

Work Values

AchievementWorking ConditionsSupportRelationshipsRecognitionIndependence
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOCOccupationMethodWageGrowthOpenings
Match confidence: medium29-2035.00Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologiststitle_inference$88,180 median$121,420 top+7.03%310
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Associate's Degree)

  • Physician orders — independently review and reconcile prescribed exam protocols against patient history to confirm clinical appropriateness.
  • Contraindication screening — conduct thorough patient interviews to identify pregnancy, tattoos, prosthetic valves, and implanted devices with minimal oversight.
  • Imaging coil selection — choose appropriate coils and pulse sequences for common anatomical regions based on prescribed exam requirements.
  • MRI scanner operation — perform routine and moderately complex scans, adjusting parameters for patient size and clinical indication in a busy outpatient setting.
  • Patient positioning and immobilization — position patients accurately for varied body-part studies and secure immobilization devices to reduce motion artifact.
  • Image quality assessment — evaluate MRI images for diagnostic adequacy using workstation tools and laser camera output, flagging non-diagnostic sequences for repeat acquisition.
  • Medical histories — take concise, focused clinical histories that inform protocol selection and flag potential safety concerns.
  • Patient communication — explain MRI procedures, noise levels, and expected duration clearly to reduce anxiety and improve cooperation.
  • Electronic health record documentation — enter exam findings, patient responses, and protocol details into medical software accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Intravenous contrast preparation — assist with contrast agent administration procedures following established department safety guidelines.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
50%
Placement Rate
100%