Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Program (Minnesota) - Health Sciences Education - Mayo Clinic College of Medicine & Science

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Program description

year program

up to 16 students per class

900

hours of clinical experiences

The one-year Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Program at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, provides both the knowledge and necessary hands-on experience to pursue a career in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Along with lecture courses, the program provides applied learning through lab and clinical experiences at one of the best healthcare facilities in the world.

As a student, you will gain 900 clinical hours caring for patients, operating MRI equipment, and learning from experienced registered MRI technologists, radiologists, physicists, and other allied health professionals.

Choosing Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic's large medical practice allows you to learn from the best, have access to a wide variety of resources, and gain hands-on experience in a variety of clinical and field rotations.

Program highlights

Exposure to diverse clinical rotations and cutting-edge technology at one of the largest and most advanced MRI installations in the world with field strengths from 1.5 Tesla to 7.0 Tesla
Hands-on curriculum that includes a blend of online, in-person and lab education
You’ll start working with patients after just four weeks of the program, ensuring that you will be fully prepared to start your career at the end of the program

After successfully completing the program, you will receive a certificate of completion from Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences. Graduates are eligible to take the magnetic resonance imaging certification examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Students seeking a degree from one of the program’s affiliated academic institutions also receive a degree from their respective college university upon program completion.

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"Learning about cultural differences allows me to better care for patients"

The only Primary MRI Program in Minnesota

Students experience three different portions of the MRI program, from classroom learning engagement, laboratory training, and an unparalleled clinical experience where they encounter one of the world’s largest installations of MRI scanners.

MRI is an exciting and advancing technology in radiology! This program is a premier learning experience with diverse clinical rotations that exposes you to the cutting-edge technology of MRI. The hands-on curriculum and unparalleled clinical experiences will prepare you to be a competent, well-rounded MRI technologist. Throughout the program, our faculty are truly committed to you and your success. I welcome you to join our program and be part of this growing field!

Jacque Burnes, RT(R)(M)(MR), M.Ed.
Program Director

Welcome to our program! Our program provides extensive training in our interactive classroom and advanced clinical settings. It will help you develop strong technical and interpersonal skills so you can meet the needs of this profession. I look forward to working with you to reach your educational goals!

Jennifer Myers, RT(R)(MR)(MRSO)(MRSC)
Clinical Coordinator

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Choosing Mayo Clinic

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Mayo Clinic campus in Rochester, Minnesota.

Campus and community

Rochester, MN

Accreditation information

The MRI Program is an accredited program.

Accreditation

This program is accredited for three years by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter can be found on the JRCERT website.

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Chicago, IL 60606-3182
Phone: 312-704-5300
Email: mail@jrcert.org

Mayo Clinic and its affiliated institutions are members of the North Central Association of Colleges and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

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Mission statement, program goals, and objectives

Mission statement

The mission of the Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences MRI Program is to provide premier didactic and clinical education that prepares graduates to excel as patient-centered technologists who are committed to safe MRI practices and delivering the highest quality imaging.

Goal 1: Students and graduates will demonstrate critical thinking.

Students and graduates will evaluate image quality.
Students and graduates will demonstrate the ability to make appropriate adjustments to obtain diagnostic images.

Goal 2: Students and graduates will demonstrate competency in clinical skills appropriate to an entry-level MRI technologist.

Students and graduates will demonstrate safe MRI practices for patients, staff and self.
Students and graduates will demonstrate clinical competence in producing diagnostic quality images.

Goal 3: Students and graduates will develop and apply skills in effective communication necessary for successful MRI practice.

Students and graduates will demonstrate effective verbal communication skills.
Students and graduates will demonstrate effective written communication skills.

Program effectiveness measures

MRI program effectiveness measures are provided in accordance with the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) Accreditation Standards. Program effectiveness data includes program completion rate, American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) MRI credentialing exam pass rate, and job placement rate. This information is reported annually and may also be found on the JRCERT website.

The following is an overview of the program effectiveness data collected:

Students will complete the program.
Students will pass the national certification examination on the first attempt for examinations taken within six months of graduation.
Students will be employed in the MRI profession within twelve months of graduation.

Grievance policy

All students have the right to appeal administrative decisions made by faculty and staff of the MRI Program. The student must follow the levels as listed in the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science grievance procedure.