Accelerated Dual-Degree BS/MHS in Advanced Medical Imaging and Leadership (3+1)

Program Contact:  Paula DeMaio 203-582-7973 or Bernadette Mele 203-582-3815

The Accelerated Dual-Degree program consists of two distinct degrees: the Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences and the Master of Health Science in Advanced Medical Imaging and Leadership.

The Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences is a three-year accelerated degree. The mission of the Radiologic Sciences program at Quinnipiac University is to develop students’ technical and interpersonal communication skills through a logical, organized and rigorous sequence of didactic, laboratory and clinical experiences. The program offers multiple clinical assignments to provide maximum exposure to diversified radiographic procedures and imaging protocols. In addition, the program prepares graduates competent in the art and science of radiography.

Graduates of the program will meet the needs of the community as efficient and highly qualified professionals. The program prepares students, upon successful completion of all didactic and clinical work, to move on to advanced study in the Advanced Medical Imaging and Leadership program. 

The Advanced Medical Imaging and Leadership program is an interprofessional program. The integrated curriculum features core business discipline courses, guided health management courses, and advanced imaging modalities in three distinct pathways: magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT) and women’s imaging (WI). Graduates of the MHS-AMIL program will be prepared to become advanced imaging professionals possessing the foundational education necessary for future entry-level leadership and managerial roles within their respective radiology healthcare organizations.

Accelerated Dual-Degree BS/MHS in Advanced Medical Imaging and Leadership Curriculum

The designated Advanced Medical Imaging (3+1) course curriculum is subject to modification as deemed necessary to maintain a high-quality educational experience. The Academic Standing and Progression Committee recommendations regarding student progression, discipline or dismissal will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

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Initial placement in the English and mathematics courses is determined by placement examination and an evaluation of high school units presented. The minimum mathematics requirement is MA 275 or its equivalent.

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Associated lab is required for both Chemistry and Physics. CHE 110 or PHY 110 with lab are acceptable to fulfill the requirement. Students may take in the fall or spring of their first year.

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If taking Chemistry or Physics in the spring, this UC elective should be taken in the fall semester.

Computed Tomography

Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Women’s Imaging

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences component of the AMIL (3+1) program, students will demonstrate the following competencies:

Goal 1: Students will be clinically competent.

1. Clinically Knowledgeable: Apply skills and knowledge from foundational courses.
2. Procedurally Knowledgeable: Demonstrate growth in procedural knowledge from all RS coursework.

Goal 2: Students will demonstrate effective communication skills.

1. Effective Communication: Execute interpersonal communication with patients.
2. Oral Proficiency: Demonstrate their ability to present clear and creative ideas related to a case study.

Goal 3: Students will demonstrate critical thinking.

1. Critical Decision-Making: Demonstrate their ability to perform non-routine and routine procedures.
2. Image Analysis: Evaluate images for quality and diagnostic value.

Goal 4: Students will grow and develop as highly qualified professionals.

1. Professional Ethics: Understand and apply ethical decision-making.
2. Professional Behaviors: Conduct themselves professionally.
3. Professional Research: Create a culminating capstone project.

Goal 5: The program will continuously monitor and strive to sustain its effectiveness.

1. Completion Rate: Students who start the program will complete the program.
2. Employer Satisfaction: Employers will be satisfied with the education of the graduates of the program.
3. Graduate Satisfaction: Graduates will be satisfied with the education received from the program.
4. Employment Rate: Graduates of the program will become employed within six months of completion of the program.

Upon completion of the Advanced Medical Imaging and Leadership program, students will demonstrate the following competencies:

Goal 1: Students will be clinically competent.

1. Clinically Knowledgeable: Apply skills and knowledge from foundational courses.

2. Procedurally Knowledgeable: Demonstrate growth in procedural knowledge from all AMIL coursework.

Goal 2: The students will demonstrate effective communication skills.

1. Effective Communication: Execute interpersonal communication with patients.

2. Oral Proficiency: Demonstrate their ability to present clear and creative ideas in a formal manner.

Goal 3: Students will demonstrate critical thinking.

1. Critical Decision-Making: Demonstrate their ability to navigate typical and atypical clinical scenarios while performing non-routine and routine procedures.

2. Image Analysis: Evaluate images for quality and diagnostic value.

Goal 4: Students will grow and develop as professionals.

1. Professionalism: Conduct themselves professionally and understand and apply ethical decision-making.

2. Professional Research: Create a culminating capstone project.

Student Learning Outcomes for both components of the AMIL (3+1) program are designed to mirror one another. The AMIL (3+1) program represents a natural progression from undergraduate to graduate studies. Students in the graduate component of the program will expand upon the outcomes achieved in the BSRS component and will continue growing as Registered Radiologic Technologists and healthcare workers.

Quinnipiac University’s Accelerated Dual-Degree Radiologic Sciences and Advanced Medical Imaging and Leadership (3+1) program provides prospective students with the opportunity to obtain both bachelor’s and master’s degrees as well as certification in two radiographic modalities within a four-year time frame, a rarity among health science programs. Obtaining a master’s degree in health science studies is a great benefit to students as the curriculum not only advances their knowledge within the radiologic field and specialty, but also delves into health policy and health administration, and prepares these students to take on leadership roles within healthcare departments.  

Quinnipiac University’s Accelerated Dual-Degree BS/MHS in Advanced Medical Imaging and Leadership (3+1) program supports the mission statements of both Quinnipiac University and the School of Health Sciences and their commitment to excellence in education. The mission of the program is to develop each student’s technical, professional and interpersonal communication skills through a logical and organized sequence of didactic, laboratory and clinical experiences. The program offers multiple clinical assignments to provide maximum exposure to advanced imaging modalities and associated protocols. In addition, the program prepares skilled graduates competent in the art and science of radiography, fluoroscopy and interventional procedures. Graduates of the Advanced Medical Imaging and Leadership program meet the needs of the community for highly qualified professionals, and the program prepares students for career entry and advanced study.

The Accelerated Dual-Degree BS in Radiologic Sciences/MHS in Advanced Imaging and Leadership (3+1) program does not have a separate application process. Incoming first-year students admitted to the School of Health Sciences Radiologic Sciences BS who meet the dual-degree program criteria will be invited to enter the program. To be considered for this program, students must be ranked in the top 20 percent of their high school class, and must have a total SAT score (critical reading and math) of 1200 or higher, or an ACT composite score of 25 or higher.  

Admission to the university is competitive, and applicants are expected to present a strong college prep program in high school. Prospective first-year students are strongly encouraged to file an application as early in the senior year as possible, and arrange to have first-quarter grades sent from their high school counselor as soon as they are available.

Additional Program Costs

As a clinical education program, the Radiologic Sciences major requires some expenses that go beyond standard university tuition and fees:

1. Clinical/Fieldwork Education Travel (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 and students are responsible for providing their own transportation. Cost – variable.

2. 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 undergraduate education. Cost – variable (please check with your insurance carrier).

3. Background Check – All students must undergo an initial background check prior to the start of clinical/fieldwork experience.

   1. Initial background check cost is $63 for all domestic addresses for the past 7 years or $158 for students who have resided in New York state in the last 7 years due to NY state surcharge.

   2. Some students may be required to do an annual recheck one year after the initial background recheck. Cost - $32 per annual recheck.

4. Drug Screening – All students must undergo a drug screening prior to the start of the main component of the program in the sophomore year. Cost – approximately $42.25.

5. 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.

6. EXXAT and APPROVE – Students enrolled in professional programs must enroll in EXXAT and APPROVE.

   1. EXXAT is the clinical tracking and assessment program used by the School of Health Sciences. Cost – one-time payment of $150 per student for the current major (students are responsible for this cost).

   2. APPROVE is the program within EXXAT that tracks all student health and safety records, provides documentation to prospective clinical sites and provides notification of impending expiration dates. Cost – $35 for first year; $10 per year thereafter.

Please note – All fees are subject to change.

Accreditation information for the BSRS component of the AMIL 3+1 program included below per the JRCERT accreditation guidelines.

The Radiologic Sciences program at Quinnipiac University is accredited by:

The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (jrcert.org)
20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182

Phone: 312-704-5300

The program received an eight-year accreditation (the maximum available) in spring 2020. The re-accreditation process will commence in 2027 with submission of the self-study report to the JRCERT.