MRI Techs may not have X-ray vision--but close. MRI techs use Magnetic Resonance Imaging (giant magnets and radio waves) to see soft as well as hard tissues within the human body. (X-ray techs use radiation.) The demand for MRI Technicians is at an all-time high due to the number of 'babyboomers' who are now senior citizens and need medical care.
Instructions
1. Study anatomy, physiology, chemistry, physics, microbiology and math in high school.
2. Bone up on medical terminology.
3. Complete an accredited vocational or community college 2-year degree program for Radiologic Technology.
4. Check to be sure the program is an accredited program. The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology provides a list of accredited programs.
5. Complete a 1-year MRI Technology certificate after you graduate.
6. Work on completing a 1-year additional MRI certificate and gain experience in the MRI specialty to become proficient in this field next.
Tags: Radiologic Technology