Final acceptance into the program is contingent upon a satisfactory background check (as required by hospitals) that is completed by a college approved agency at the student's expense. A background check may need to be re-accomplished if requested by the clinical facility.

Students accepted into the program are also required to submit proof of required immunizations, TB test, and proof of current CPR certification (two-year healthcare provider type) to the clinical facilities. All expenses related to these items are the responsibility of each student.

Students must update any immunizations and CPR card expirations during the program when needed.

Students currently enrolled in a JRCERT accredited school may apply. At a minimum, the associate’s degree must be awarded prior to admission and the ARRT primary certification registry examination must be passed within 6 weeks of enrollment or the student may be administratively withdrawn from the program. A student will not be eligible for clinical placement if the registry examination has not been passed. Limited-MRTs, LVNs, LPNs, Medical Assistant and similar Para-professional credentials are not eligible to apply for this program.

Please review the Health Occupation Programs Admissions Policy regarding minimum age requirement.

1. Apply for admission to Lone Star College and submit official transcripts from all colleges and allied health programs previously attended.
2. Applications are received directly from the MRI program director. (program director office HSC - 1 room 117S)
3. Submit the following materials to the LSC-CyFair MRI program director office (HSC -1 room 117S) before the end of the application period. The application packet will be dated and time stamped when received:
   1. Printed and signed application, copy of qualifying certification (ARRT, AART(T) or NMTCB) credentials.
   2. Copy of state license to practice as applicable. In states that do not have MRT licensure ARRT certification is sufficient.
   3. Copy of program degree-plan declaring a major in Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technology (MRIT).
   4. A letter of intent to apply to the MRI program, two professional letters of reference. One should be from a former Program Director, Clinical Coordinator or college educator and one from a current or former employment supervisor.

• Annual flu shot

Students must pass each course with a ‘C’ or better to continue through the program.

Current CPR certification is required.

Students must update their CPR card expirations during the program when needed.

Clinical facilities may also require completion of satisfactory drug screening.

The drug screen may need to be re-accomplished if requested by the clinical facility.

• Clinical agencies can establish more stringent standards, if they so desire, to meet regulatory requirements for their facility.
• Clinical agencies can conduct additional background checks and drug screening at their discretion.

• Students must have their own reliable form of transportation that will enable them to travel to and from all clinical education settings utilized by the Program.