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Mia Rossi and Amela Hamzagic practice Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) techniques at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technologist education at Mayo Clinic

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Program description

1

year program

16

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.

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

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

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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

How to apply

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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.

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