Images produced by an MRI machine are used to detect medical conditions.
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is the use of a magnetic field, radio frequencies and a computer to produce pictures of the body's organs, tissues and bones. An MRI technologist's job is to operate MRI equipment to produce those images for doctors to evaluate. Students in the Chicago area who wish to train in the MRI technologist field will find several options for their education.
Citi College of Allied Health in Chicago
Students in the Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist Diploma Program at the Citi College of Allied Health in Chicago receive classroom instruction and clinical training over six terms, or about 18 months. The program is approved by the Illinois State Board of Education and includes classes in medical terminology, MRI safety, anatomy and pathology. After the first term, students begin an externship at a hospital or MRI center affiliated with the college. After completing the program, students may sit for the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists national certification exam.
Citi College of Allied Health
134 N. LaSalle St. Suite 720
Chicago IL 60602
312-236-9000
ccah.edu
MRI Institute and Consulting, Inc.
The MRI Technologist Certificate Program at MRI Institute and Consulting, Inc. in Chicago trains students to become MRI technologists in 12 to 15 months. The program is approved by the American College of Radiology. The school has an on-site MRI facility, which students use from the beginning of their training. Students spend 450 hours in the classroom and complete 1,000 hours of clinical work. Class size is limited to 20. Students can attend classes during the day or evening.
MRI Institute and Consulting, Inc.
1887 N. Neltnor Blvd.
West Chicago, IL 60185
630-876-1600
mritutors.com
Aquarius Institute of Computer Science
The one-year MRI technologist program at Aquarius Institute for Computer Science provides students with classroom studies and 1,000 hours of clinical work at hospitals or MRI clinics. Students must pass a comprehensive exam with a score of at least 70 percent before graduation and are prepared for the national certification exam.
Aquarius Institute of Computer Science
3420 W. Peterson Ave.
Chicago, IL 60659
773-604-4305
aquariusinstitute.com
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