Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/18/2025
Program Description
A magnetic resonance imaging technologist is a highly-skilled professional who uses specialized equipment to create images of structures inside the human body that are used by physicians to make a medical diagnosis. MRI Technologists have extensive, direct patient contact and may inject the patient with a contrast agent that assists in visualizing various anatomic structures. They must be able to interact compassionately and effectively with people who range from healthy to critically ill. Technologists employed in these specialty areas will be supervised by board certified radiologists, but will be afforded a greater amount of responsibility and independence in the performance of their duties.
Established in 2001
CIP: 51-0910 Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
South Suburban College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
- Illinois State Board of Education
Education Information
Community College Certificate of Completion
52 Weeks ( 384.00 Hours / 24.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $3,648.00 |
| Books | $350.00 |
| Fees | $726.00 |
| Tests | $350.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $200.00 |
| Total Cost | $5,274.00 |
Financial Aid
Application Procedure
South Suburban College-Main Campus 15800 S State Street, South Holland, IL. Applicants must contact MRI Program Coordinator in room#4457 or call (708) 596-2000 x2261. The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $8,000.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Language - Asset Placement
- Writing - Asset Placement
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
Performance Data
Program: Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/18/2025
Program Description
A magnetic resonance imaging technologist is a highly-skilled professional who uses specialized equipment to create images of structures inside the human body that are used by physicians to make a medical diagnosis. MRI Technologists have extensive, direct patient contact and may inject the patient with a contrast agent that assists in visualizing various anatomic structures. They must be able to interact compassionately and effectively with people who range from healthy to critically ill. Technologists employed in these specialty areas will be supervised by board certified radiologists, but will be afforded a greater amount of responsibility and independence in the performance of their duties.
Established in 2001
CIP: 51-0910 Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician.
Provider Information
South Suburban College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
- Illinois State Board of Education
Education Information
Community College Certificate of Completion
52 Weeks ( 384.00 Hours / 24.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $3,648.00 |
| Books | $350.00 |
| Fees | $726.00 |
| Tests | $350.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $200.00 |
| Total Cost | $5,274.00 |
Financial Aid
Application Procedure
South Suburban College-Main Campus 15800 S State Street, South Holland, IL. Applicants must contact MRI Program Coordinator in room#4457 or call (708) 596-2000 x2261. The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $8,000.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Language - Asset Placement
- Writing - Asset Placement
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Night Classes
- Day Classes