Program Contact: Paula DeMaio 203-582-7973
Advanced Diagnostic Imaging Graduate Certificates
Our certificate program is a post-primary pathway designed for those who are certified and registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), have an active Connecticut State license and would like to pursue an additional credential. We provide the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful career in advanced imaging. This comprehensive program is offered in three tracks: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Computed Tomography or Women’s Imaging. The program also satisfies the ARRT requirement of 16 hours of structured education for each modality. The certificate program will provide the basic principles, instrumentation, equipment and image development associated with the advanced modality of MRI, CT or Women’s Imaging. The courses encompass didactic components, including all relevant material consistent with the ARRT registry examinations. The 3-credit didactic portion is offered during the fall and summer semesters. Together, the didactic portion and the clinical experience provide a foundation for career growth that prepares graduates for the careers of the future and promotes lifelong learning.
Clinical Component
This 2-credit practicum provides clinical field experience at a variety of imaging facilities, including affiliated hospitals and standalone centers. Students train under experienced radiologic technologists in these specialized areas of the imaging profession. The power to see inside the human body is appreciated through these experiential learning rotations in computed tomography, mammography or MRI.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of previously sequenced programmatic coursework
Offered: Fall and summer semesters
Each certificate in advanced imaging requires a minimum of 5 credits to complete the program.
Women’s Imaging
| Summer Semester | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| AMI 540 | Principles of Mammography | 3 |
| Credits | 3 | |
| Fall Semester | ||
| AMI 530 | Mammography and Bone Densitometry Clinical I | 2 |
| Credits | 2 | |
| Total Credits | 5 | |
Computed Tomography
| Summer Semester | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| AMI 538 | Introduction to CT Scanning | 3 |
| Credits | 3 | |
| Fall Semester | ||
| AMI 537 | Computed Tomography Clinical I | 2 |
| Credits | 2 | |
| Total Credits | 5 | |
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
| Summer Semester | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| AMI 515 | Introduction to Magnetic Resonance Imaging | 3 |
| Credits | 3 | |
| Fall Semester | ||
| AMI 517 | Magnetic Resonance Imaging Clinical I | 2 |
| Credits | 2 | |
| Total Credits | 5 | |
Application Timeline
Students can enroll in the Advanced Diagnostic Imaging Certificate program in the summer or fall terms.
Applications are accepted throughout the year on a rolling basis.
Classes for each term adhere to the following schedule.
- Students starting in the summer will take their first class in May.
- Students starting in the fall will take their first class in August.
Admission Requirements
In order to be considered for admission into the program, all applicants must meet the following standards.
- Applicants must have earned an associate degree
- Applicants must be certified by and in good standing with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
- Applicants must hold state licensure in Connecticut as a radiographer
Required Documents
- Completed application form
- Nonrefundable application fee of $45 (payable by credit or debit card; do not send cash or check)
- Official transcripts
It is your responsibility to request official transcripts from all undergraduate, graduate and professional schools attended (including part-time and summer study). If you received transfer credit from another institution, it is still necessary to have an official transcript sent from the original university. These transcripts must be provided to Quinnipiac University in a sealed envelope or sent electronically to graduate@qu.edu
- Current resume
- Proof of radiologic certification and registration
Applicants are reviewed once all of the required materials have been received. It is your responsibility to ensure that missing documents are received prior to the stated admissions deadline.
Tuition and Fees
Tuition and fees are subject to annual updates. The 2026-2027 cost per credit is $1,145. The total estimated cost of tuition for the 5-credit certificate program is $5,725; this does not include fees, books, supplies or other charges.
Quinnipiac University supports equality of educational and employment opportunities. No person shall be denied admission to any educational program or activity or be denied employment on the basis of race, color, disability, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, or ethnic or national origin.
Additional Program Costs
As a clinical education program, the Advanced Diagnostic Imaging Certificate program requires some expenses that go beyond standard university tuition and fees:
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Clinical/Fieldwork Education Travel (e.g., gas, parking, public transportation) – Students will have clinical rotation experiences that take them off campus. For these rotations, the student will typically be traveling two to three times per week. Clinic begins in the sophomore year of study and students are responsible for providing their own transportation. Cost – variable.
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Immunizations – Consistent with the School of Health Sciences policy, all students must have a full battery of immunizations and in some cases titer affirmation of immunity for common diseases including but not limited to: MMR, HepB, varicella, polio, TDAP, TB and influenza. These must be documented prior to the start of clinical experiences during the sophomore year and must be maintained through the graduate education. Cost – variable (please check with your insurance carrier).
- Academic and Experiential Software Package Cost (Exxat-Prism & Exxat-Approve) - Students enrolled in the MHS-AMIL program are required to purchase access software that manage experiential learning processes management of student health requirements (physical exams, vaccinations, etc.). Additional details and costs can be found on the School of Health Sciences page.
- Background Check & Drug Screen - The MHS-AMIL program requires a criminal background check and drug screening before a student is placed at an experiential learning site. The university has procedures to assist students in obtaining such screenings. Students must review university policies regarding background checks and drug screening.
The cost of the background check and drug screen is the responsibility of each individual student; additionally, certain clinical/fieldwork sites may require an additional check(s) prior to the student rotating at their specific site. Additional details and costs can be found on the School of Health Sciences page. -
Liability Insurance – All students have liability insurance coverage through the university, free of charge, while performing required clinical activity. Students may choose to purchase additional coverage at their own expense.
*All prices as of May 1, 2026, and are subject to change