Degrees type: Associate

DuBois Campus

Mount Aloysius College’s radiography program at Penn Highlands DuBois consists of two components: academic courses and clinical rotations.

In this program, students will focus on required medical imaging coursework, as well as obtaining clinical competencies at various clinical sites across the region.

You may be interested in this path if…

  • you are interested in learning about human anatomy and the human body
  • you are interested in studying Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), or x-ray
  • you want to pursue advanced certifications after completing your associate’s degree in areas like: radiation therapy, ultrasonography, nuclear medicine, CT, MRI, or healthcare leadership

*Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences licensure and certification laws/regulations vary from state to state. It is highly recommended that students planning to pursue a professional credential in states other than Pennsylvania contact the appropriate state licensing agency to seek guidance and verify requirements prior to starting a program.

Program Highlights

  • Full-time, two-year program of study
  • Solid foundation in the liberal arts and in-depth knowledge of patient care

  • Combination of video conference, classroom-based instruction and online courses

  • Conveniently offered at DuBois Regional Medical Center

  • Graduates are eligible to take the licensure exam and be registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

students looking at x-rays

Mountie Spotlight

Mercy off the Mountain

Rachel Harris continues to incorporate the Mercy Value of Service through her work at The Cleveland Clinic as an MRI technologist and through volunteer opportunities with nonprofit organizations.

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Making a Difference One Scan at a Time

Bradley Mikitko loved Mount Aloysius so much that he received two degrees from MAC! His life is the definition of Service and he continues to represent the Mercy Values.

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Real Life & Real Education

With a family and a busy schedule, Madison needed a personalized approach.

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Student Voices & Success Stories

Brandon L Steach, RT (R) MR, graduated cum laude from Mount Aloysius in 2006 with a degree in radiography. Following graduation, he was offered four different jobs. Brandon was employed at Holy Spirit Hospital in Camp Hill, Pa. for 3.5 years, where he started in X-ray and cross-trained in a cardiovascular suite and MRI and obtained his certification in MRI.

He is currently the CT/MRI supervisor at Heart of Lancaster Regional Medical Center in Lititz, Pa., where he developed the protocols/policies in CT and MRI and coordinates numerous administrative responsibilities as well as performing clinical exams. Currently, Brandon directs and manages a MRI breast program with capabilities of MRI guided breast biopsy.

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