CBD College is Now Offering Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Programs On-Campus and Online
LOS ANGELES (PRWEB) April 17, 2018 -- CBD College, the Los Angeles-based non-profit education institution that has been providing quality education and training to students in the medical field for more than 30 years, has launched its newest offering to students—the Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) programs.CBD College’s MRI programs are accredited by ABHES (Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools) and recognized by ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists).
Two different MRI programs will be offered:
1. AAS MRI Program (ARRT Primary Pathway)
2. Online Diploma MRI Program (ARRT Post-primary Pathway)
Classes for both the programs are scheduled to commence on Monday, July 9, 2018 under the direction of theMRI program director Edoardo Cerani MS RT (R) (MR) ARRT. Mr. Cerani is a long time member of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). In 2009 he created and started the very first online MRI program in the US.
“CBD College is committed to offering courses that are in touch with the demands of the current job market,” said CBD College president Alan Heshel. “With the growing demand for more skilled MRI Technologists jobs, we are confident that we are meeting the demands of the community.”
The AAS Program graduates will meet all course requirements in about only 17 months that include didactic on-campus instruction and externship clinical experience in diagnostic imaging centers to sit for the ARRT Primary Pathway MRI Examination required and become an ARRT registered MRI Technologist.
The Online Diploma Program graduates will meet all course requirements in about only 11 months that include asynchronous (available 24/7) didactic online instruction and hands-on externship clinical experience in diagnostic imaging centers to sit for the ARRT Post-primary Pathway MRI Examination required and become an ARRT registered MRI Technologist.
MRI Technologists are responsible for many important tasks, including: preparing patients for procedures and obtaining, reviewing, and integrating patient history and supporting clinical data. Assuring patient safety and providing patient care, preparing and maintaining diagnostic imaging equipment, performing appropriate MRI scanning examinations and procedures, recognizing the differences between normal and abnormal tissues in the obtained images and other diagnostic information, analyzing images and recording data for interpretation by a radiologist, recording findings and keeping track of patients' records, demonstrating excellent communication skills with patients and other health care professionals, and acting in an ethical and professional manner.
“I’m very excited to launch the Magnetic Resonance Imaging program at CBD College,” Mr. Cerani said. “With jobs on the rise and growth projected for the future in diagnostic imaging, I want to be able to provide the best experience for students and help them learn and grow so they can become successful and provide an excellent service for patients.”
CBD College MRI programs enrollees will develop the knowledge and skills needed to use the latest technology and start working as entry level MRI Technologists in private and public hospitals, medical imaging centers, diagnostic clinics, doctors’ offices, outpatient care centers, higher education institutions, and in the research field, anywherein California.
ABOUT CBD College:
Since its inception in 1982, CBD College has grown to become one of Los Angeles's leading, non-profit, fully accredited colleges for healthcare career training, advising students of all nationalities, interests, and means. Through the understanding of today's ever changing medical industry and career opportunities, CBD College has continued to introduce the most in-demand and ambitious programs that lead its students to stable and successful careers. In 2015, CBD College was granted institutional accreditation by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).
For more information please visit http://www.cbd.edu.
Michael Heshel, CBD College, https://www.cbd.edu/, +1 (213) 427-2200, [email protected]
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