Imaging Sciences
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Programs

Associate Degree

Baccalaureate Degree

ComputedTomography/Magnetic Resonance

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

*New On-line degree (Application materials available now): Leadership in Medical Imaging

General Information

Mission Statements

Conditions for Enrollment

Fees and Expenses

Scholarship Information

Additional Information

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Morehead State University's (MSU) Department of Imaging Sciences offers an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Radiologic Science (AAS) and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Imaging Sciences (BSIS) with areas of concentration in Computed Tomography/Magnetic Resonance, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, and Leadership in Medical Imaging.

Application and Contact Information:

Applications for the Associate Degree Radiologic Science Program are due the first Monday in February.

Applications for the Baccalaureate Degree Imaging Sciences Programs are due the first Monday in April.

Applications for the online Baccalaureate Degree Leadership in Medical Imaging Program will be accepted beginning in January for the fall semester and must be recived by the 4th Monday in March. Applications will be accepted beginning in August for the spring semester and must be received by the 4th Monday in October. Late applications may be considered until the class is filled.

Consideration for late applications is only applicable to the online program.

Mail completed application packet to:

Morehead State University
Department of Imaging Sciences
Academic Counseling Coordinator
234 Reed Hall
Morehead, KY 40351

Phone: (606) 783-2639 or (606) 783-2641

Associate Degree

 Baccalaureate Degree

Online Leadership
in Medical Imaging

 Carla Aagaard 

Misty Lilley 

 


Mission Statements

Department of Imaging Sciences
The mission of the Department of Imaging Sciences is to prepare qualified graduates in the area of imaging sciences through current educational methodologies. The faculty, in collaboration with internal and external groups, will foster the development of a learning environment that is responsive to local and national trends in health care.

Computed Tomography/Magnetic Resonance Program
The computed Tomography/Magnetic Resonance Program, in conjunction with the Department and University's Mission, is committed to preparing graduates to function as competent computed tomography and magnetic resonance technologists and to provide a foundation for continued lifetime learning designated in computed tomography/magnetic resonance.

Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program
The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program, in conjunction with the Department and University's Mission, is committed to preparing graduates to function as competent sonographers and to provide a foundation for continued lifetime learning designated in diagnostic medical sonography.

Radiologic Science Program
The Radiologic Science Program, in conjunction with the Department and University's Mission, is committed to preparing graduates to function as competent radiographers and to provide a foundation for continued lifetime learning designated in radiography.

 

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Conditions for Enrollment:

A .

Maintain established health and physical capabilities:  (also may be required for retention at the discretion of the faculty) After admission into the programs, the Department of Imaging Sciences will provide a health form to be completed by a licensed physician, physician’s assistant, or nurse practitioner.

 

1 .

Vision capabilities:

 

 

a.

Normal or corrected refraction within the range of 20/20 to 20/60

 

 

b.

Able to distinguish color shade changes

 

2 .

Auditory capabilities:

 

 

a.

Possess normal or corrected hearing ability within 0 to 45-decibel range

 

3 .

Tactile capabilities:

 

 

a.

Possess in at least one hand the ability to perceive temperature change and pulsation and to differentiate between various textures and structures.

 

 

b.

Recognize an object by touching and handling.

 

4 .

Language capabilities:

 

 

a.

Possess the ability to verbally communicate

 

5 .

Minimal motor capabilities:

 

 

a.

Grasp securely with two functional upper limbs

 

 

b.

Push and/or pull moveable objects weighing 100-150 lbs.

 

 

c.

Lift at least 25 lbs. without assistance

 

 

d.

Stand for long periods of time

 

 

e.

Walk without assistance of canes, crutches, walkers, and/or humans

 

 

f.

Reach above shoulders and below waist

 

 

g

Twist, bend, stoop/squat, and move quickly

 

6 .

Mental Health:

 

 

a.

Possess the ability to adapt to the environment, function in everyday activities, and cope with stressors.

 

7 .

Freedom from transmittable disease as documented by:

 

 

a.

Negative PPD and/or chest x-ray within immediate past 12 months

 

 

b.

Rubella and rubeola antibody test (titer values that indicate immunity) documentation of MMR (Rubella, Rubeola and Mumps) vaccine

 

 

c.

Hepatitis B Vaccine series

 

 

d.

Varicella zoster live-virus vaccine or reliable history of varicella (chicken pox) or serologic evidence of immunity

 

 

e.

Immunization as recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices of the U.S. Public Health Service and the Committee on Infectious Disease of the American Academy of Pediatrics

B .

Maintain current certification in Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (CPR) by the American Heart Association.

C.

Clinical education is a mandatory component of the program. Due to accreditation requirements of the clinical education centers, students are likely to be required to obtain a criminal background check and/or undergo drug testing prior to acceptance to the clinical assignment.  The student is responsible for the incurred cost. Any student who fails acceptance to the clinical assignment will be unable to complete the program. 

Note:   The Magnetic Resonance system has a very strong magnetic field that may be hazardous to individuals entering the MR environment if they have certain metallic, electronic, magnetic, or mechanical implants, devices, or objects.

 

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Fees and Expenses:

Fees and expenses specific to the Department of Imaging Sciences Programs are in addition to those required by MSU. These are subject to change without prior notification. The students are responsible for the purchase of white uniforms, white hose (if applicable), white clinical shoes, white lab coat, malpractice insurance, laboratory fees, dosimeter related fees, film marker fees, (if applicable), and all housing and transportation expenses incurred during clinical internship assignments. Students are also responsible for all fees for criminal background checks, drug-testing, certification examinations and all applicable course fees.

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Additional Information:

  • Students are officially admitted to the Radiologic Sciences program in the fall semester.
  • Students are officially admitted to the Baccalaureate Imaging Sciences program in Summer II.
  • Students may be assigned to clinical practicum areas requiring distant travel or relocation.
  • Clinical experience and formal class sessions may be required during various hours of the day, evening, and night. Students have the responsibility for the cost incurred by enrollment into Department of Imaging Sciences programs.  This cost includes clothing, equipment, malpractice insurance, academic materials, etc.
  • Some classes from other schools will transfer. The MSU Office of the Registrar web page (http://www.moreheadstate.edu/registrar) has a transfer guide that will assist you in determining transfer credit, or contact the Student Services Office at (606) 783-2772 or (606)783-2639 for questions.
  • To find Internet courses offered by MSU, select "Classes" on the Office of the Registrar web pages. There are also several courses offered on the Kentucky Commonwealth Virtual University (KCVU), www.kcvu.org/kyvu. In the future we are hoping to offer more courses on the Internet.

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