- Cardiovascular Interventional Technology
- Clinical Perfusion Education
- Computed Tomography
- Diagnostic Cytology
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Genetic Counseling
- Health Professions Teaching & Technology (Certificate)
- Health Professions Teaching & Technology (Master’s)
- Healthcare Delivery Science (Master’s)
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- Admission to the Program
- Admission Timetable
- English Proficiency Requirement
- Tuition & Fees
- Financial Aid and Scholarships
- MITS Early Acceptance Pipeline
- How to Apply
- Transfer Credits
- Admissions Policies
- MRI Safety Information
- Technical Standards
- Non-US Coursework
- Our Program
- About the Profession
- Accreditation & Program Effectiveness Data
- Imaging Sciences Degree Advancement Option
- Medical Imaging & Therapeutic Sciences Faculty
- Medical Laboratory Science
- Medical Nutrition
- Occupational Therapy
- Physical Therapy
- Physician Assistant
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiography
- Online Degree Advancement Options
- Pathway Programs
- Dual MBA Degree
- Non-Degree Seeking
- Certificate in Applied Health Informatics
- Certificate in Healthcare Quality Improvement
Safety Information for Prospective Students
Individuals pursuing a career in MRI must be fully aware of the magnetic fields that are used and understand the consequences of not following MR safety guidelines. Applicants of the UNMC MRI program will be required to complete an MRI safety screening form. Admission to the program is conditional upon the screening form being reviewed and deemed safe for the student to perform their duties in the MRI environment. Please review the following information regarding MRI Safety: ACR Guidance Document on MR Safe Practices: 2020
Before starting the program, the student will be asked to update their screening form to ensure that nothing exists within the student that might create a health risk in the MR environment. If an item such as a bullet, bb, shrapnel, or metallic fragment are in the body, a potential risk exists in which the item could change position, potentially causing injury. Implanted devices, whether electronic or nonelectronic, need to be accurately documented to ensure student safety when in the MR environment.
Examples of items that may create a health hazard or other problems:
- Pacemaker
- Implantable cardioverter defibrillator
- Neurostimulator system
- Aneurysm clip
- Metallic implant
- Implanted drug infusion device
- Foreign metal objects, especially if in or near the eye
- Shrapnel or bullet
- Dentures/teeth with magnetic keepers
- Other implants that involve magnets
- Medication patches that contain metal foil
The UNMC MRI program is dedicated to providing safe clinical experiences for students. The program’s MRI safety policy serves to define safe MR practices for students and reflects current American College of Radiology MR Safety guidelines to assure that all students are appropriately screened for magnetic field or radiofrequency hazards.
- Cardiovascular Interventional Technology
- Clinical Perfusion Education
- Computed Tomography
- Diagnostic Cytology
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Genetic Counseling
- Health Professions Teaching & Technology (Certificate)
- Health Professions Teaching & Technology (Master’s)
- Healthcare Delivery Science (Master’s)
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- Admission to the Program
- Admission Timetable
- English Proficiency Requirement
- Tuition & Fees
- Financial Aid and Scholarships
- MITS Early Acceptance Pipeline
- How to Apply
- Transfer Credits
- Admissions Policies
- MRI Safety Information
- Technical Standards
- Non-US Coursework
- Our Program
- About the Profession
- Accreditation & Program Effectiveness Data
- Imaging Sciences Degree Advancement Option
- Medical Imaging & Therapeutic Sciences Faculty
- Medical Laboratory Science
- Medical Nutrition
- Occupational Therapy
- Physical Therapy
- Physician Assistant
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiography
- Online Degree Advancement Options
- Pathway Programs
- Dual MBA Degree
- Non-Degree Seeking
- Certificate in Applied Health Informatics
- Certificate in Healthcare Quality Improvement