The MRI Registry Review and Preparation course has been designed as a review of the topics included on the certification examination conducted by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). The program content has been approved by the ASRT and satisfies the 16 hour ARRT didactic requirement to sit for the post primary examination. All of the major topics and outlined areas listed in the exam specifications will be covered making this program a very good preparation for this examination. The review will be broken down into a four parts (Patient Care, Safety, Image Production and Procedures) making this an effective way to review and prepare for the examination without an overload of information. This review can also serve as a comprehensive overview of MRI for those wanting to use it to update skills as well.

MRI Course Overview:

The 6 & 12 week programs serve as a comprehensive introduction to MRI principles and techniques. The course is designed for imaging technologists seeking career advancement in the field of MRI. The course material has been developed to be delivered in an easily understandable format for individuals to achieve success on the ARRT MRI examination. Upon completion of each category, students will be quizzed. Upon completion of course, each student will sit for a mock registry. Upon completion of the course students will have knowledge and understanding of:

Patient Care

• MRI Screening and Safety
• Patient Assessment, Monitoring and Management
• Interpersonal Communications
• Infection Control
• Legal and Ethical Principles

Imaging Procedures

• Head
• Neck
• Spine
• Thorax
• Abdomen
• Pelvis
• MSK

Data Acquisition and Processing

• Pulse Sequences
• Data Manipulation
• Special Procedures
• Sequence Parameters and Options

Physical Principles of Image Formation

• Instrumentation
• Nuclear Magnetism
• Spacial Localization
• Quality Control
• Artifacts

Test Taking Techniques