If you are detail-oriented, appreciate technology, and enjoy working with people, a career as a MRI Technologist may be the perfect career for you.
The Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Associate of Applied Science Program at Central Coast College (CCC) is a great way to get trained. Our program prepares you for an MRI career with a program involving classroom theory, lab procedures, externship and online learning for general education requirements.
Central Coast College utilizes Corsmed technology as part of our training program. The Corsmed MRI Simulator can simulate everything that happens within the MRI scanner offering state-of-the-art educational modules that complement students’ training by providing remote hands-on ultrasound training, real-patient scanning cases and pathologies, didactic instruction, and assessment.
The MRI AAS program is designed to enable students to develop enhanced critical thinking skills, greater scientific knowledge, and quality verbal/written communication skills, becoming more well-rounded professionals and more qualified job candidates.
The MRI AAS program has a hybrid-online format, combining theory coursework, hands-on training, and an externship in order to provide students with critical real-world experience. The MRI AAS has a total program length of 115 weeks with General Education courses 100% online.
Graduates receive an Associate of Applied Science, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) degree and will be prepared to immediately enter into entry-level positions in the field.
MRI AAS Degree Courses Include:
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MRI AAS Program Overview
An MRI technologist operates magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machines to create detailed images of patients’ internal structures. They prepare patients, ensure safety, position them correctly, and work closely with radiologists to capture high-quality scans for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Central Coast College’s Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) AAS degree program can be completed in as few as 115 weeks.
Central Coast College’s Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) AAS degree program is offered in a hybrid-online format. Students learn classroom theory online, while completing hands-on training in on-campus labs. All students also gain valuable experience through an externship.
Many of Central Coast College’s Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) AAS degree graduates go to work in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, diagnostic imaging centers, outpatient clinics, physician offices, mobile imaging units, research facilities, and medical teaching institutions. Our Career Services department also provides every student with a wide range of support services and job placement assistance.
In Central Coast College’s Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) AAS degree program, you’ll gain real-world skills, including how to verify patient history and health status, use magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machines to create detailed images of patients’ internal structures, record and analyze findings in real time during the exam, work closely with radiologists to capture high-quality scans for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning, and communicate findings with interpreting and referring physicians. Our hands-on training prepares you for the tasks employers are hiring for, and the AAS degree courses prepare you to be a more well-rounded job candidate, with courses in Medical Terminology, MRI Physics, Medical Law and Ethics, English Composition, American Government, Business Math, Critical Thinking, and Professional Development. Our Career Services department also provides every student with a wide range of support services and job placement assistance.
Graduates of Central Coast College’s Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) AAS degree program receive an Associate of Applied Science, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) degree.
To enroll, you’ll need a high school diploma or a GED. Don’t have your diploma yet? No problem – Central Coast College offers two high school completion programs to help you get started. Submit an interest form, visit our campus, or call 831-424-6767 to get in contact with our admissions team.