Medical Imaging

Associate in Applied Science
Career Degree
Cost
$14,062*

Well-paid, dynamic career with advancement opportunities

Produce diagnostic images with advanced technology

Your structured education will provide you the opportunity to develop mastery of discipline-specific knowledge, integrate theory into practice in the imaging labs, and hone affective and critical thinking skills required to demonstrate professional competence. Your clinical education will verify that you have demonstrated competency in performing the clinical activities fundamental to imaging. Together, these educational practices will help you master the knowledge you’ll need to obtain your credentials—with the benefit of a stable career.

Your laboratory experience on campus features three energized X-ray machines, digital technology and multiple imaging mannequins for simulation. During your clinical education at a medical facility, you will work with registered technologists performing radiographic examinations. In this accredited program, you also learn soft skills such as independent, professional and ethical judgment, quality care, cultural competence and effective communication.

What can you do with an A.A.S. in Medical Imaging?

The Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Medical Imaging prepares you to start a well-paid, dynamic career in Imaging with opportunities to specialize in advanced modalities and the ability to pursue a bachelor’s degree.

Accreditation

The Medical Imaging program is nationally accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) and was awarded an 8-year accreditation in fall, 2022.

Information regarding program effectiveness and accreditation status can be found by visiting the JRCERT website. JRCERT is located at 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850 Chicago, IL 60606-3182. Phone number: (312) 704-5300. Email: mail@jrcert.org.

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Recommended Pathway

This pathway serves as a guide for students to complete the degree or certificate assuming full-time enrollment (registered in 12 or more credit hours per semester) with Semester 1 typically representing a Fall term. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with their College and Career Navigator (CCN) to identify coursework that will meet degree requirements based on individual academic goals. For a more inclusive list of course options, see the college catalog.

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  • Credit for prior learning available
  • Dual credit options available
  • Global citizenship
  • Online/Virtual options available
  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    CLC 120 2
    BIO 245 4
    • Course Code CLC 120
      Course Title
      Credits 2
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code BIO 245
      Course Title
      Credits 4
      Course Highlights
  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    MIM 111 5
    • Course Code MIM 111
      Course Title
      Credits 5
      Course Highlights
  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    MIM 114 3
    MIM 113 5
    MIM 116 2
    ENG 121 3
    • Course Code MIM 114
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code MIM 113
      Course Title
      Credits 5
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code MIM 116
      Course Title
      Credits 2
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code ENG 121
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    MIM 115 1
    • Course Code MIM 115
      Course Title
      Credits 1
      Course Highlights
  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    MIM 115 3
    MIM 112 2.5
    MIM 210 2
    PSY 121 3
    CMM 121 3
    • Course Code MIM 115
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code MIM 112
      Course Title
      Credits 2.5
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code MIM 210
      Course Title
      Credits 2
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code PSY 121
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code CMM 121
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    MIM 212 1
    • Course Code MIM 212
      Course Title
      Credits 1
      Course Highlights
  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    MIM 212 3
    • Course Code MIM 212
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    MIM 211 5.5
    MIM 216 2
    MIM 215 3
    PHI 125 3
    • Course Code MIM 211
      Course Title
      Credits 5.5
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code MIM 216
      Course Title
      Credits 2
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code MIM 215
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code PHI 125
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    MIM 215 1
    • Course Code MIM 215
      Course Title
      Credits 1
      Course Highlights
  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    MIM 214 3
    MIM 275 1
    MIM 219 2
    MIM 271 3
    • Course Code MIM 214
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code MIM 275
      Course Title
      Credits 1
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code MIM 219
      Course Title
      Credits 2
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code MIM 271
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights

Total Credit Hours

66

*Cost is estimated based on recommended pathway credit hours. This includes in-district tuition and other fees, such as books and materials before financial aid is applied, as well as grants, loans or scholarships. There are many opportunities for financial assistance at CLC. Learn more about Cost of Attendance.




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