Advanced Medical Imaging and Leadership

Program Contact: Paula DeMaio 203-582-7973

The MHS in Advanced Medical Imaging and Leadership at Quinnipiac University 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 are 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.

The Master of Health Science in Advanced Medical Imaging and Leadership programs vary in total numbers of credits ranging from 36 to 41 credits, depending upon the selected modality, for degree completion. 

Computed Tomography  

 Magnetic Resonance Imaging

 Women’s Imaging

Student Learning Outcomes

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

Goal: 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: 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: 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: 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.

Mission Statement

The Advanced Medical Imaging and Leadership 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 Advanced Medical Imaging and Leadership program is to develop students' 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. Graduates of the Advanced Medical Imaging and Leadership program will meet the needs of the community for highly qualified professionals, and the program will prepare students for career entry and advanced study.

Program Objectives

The objectives of the Advanced Medical Imaging and Leadership program are to:

• Provide excellent education in both the didactic and clinical learning environment
• Provide research opportunities that contribute to the clinical and scientific knowledge base in the field of diagnostic radiology
• Provide the skills necessary to prepare graduates for practice as advanced modality imaging professionals
• Provide essential and fundamental leadership skills to better position graduates for entry-level supervisory opportunities within radiology healthcare organizations
• Foster a sense of commitment to continuing education and professional development

These objectives are consistent with the mission statement of Quinnipiac University, which is to provide a supportive and stimulating environment for intellectual and personal growth.

Admission Requirements

The eligibility requirements for the MHS-AMIL program include:

1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
2. Radiologic technologist in good standing with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
3. State of Connecticut Licensure as a radiographer prior to clinical component of the program
4. Prerequisite course requirements:

• 3-4 credits of physics or chemistry
• 3 credits of college-level mathematics
• 12-15 credits of biology with labs, including:
  • 6-8 credits of anatomy and physiology

Admission to the program is conducted on a rolling basis. Decisions are made individually as an application becomes complete. Final decision on which applicants are selected into the program will be made by the program director, with input from MHS-AMIL program faculty. An interview is required when appropriate with the program director and at least two members of the MHS-AMIL faculty in attendance. Applications will be ranked based on a strong academic record, experience in a relevant clinical area, perceived ability to complete a challenging didactic and clinical program and the strength of recommendation by reference person.

Additional Program Costs

As a clinical education program, the Advanced Medical Imaging and Leadership major requires some expenses that go beyond standard university tuition and fees:

1. Clinical/Fieldwork Education Travel (e.g., gas, parking, public transportation) –  Costs: variable
2. Background Check – All students may undergo an initial background check prior to the start of any clinical/fieldwork experience. 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.
3. Drug Screening – Cost: $42.25
4. Liability Insurance – All students have liability insurance coverage through the university, free of charge, while performing required clinical activities. Students may choose to purchase additional coverage at their own expense.
5. Certification Examination Costs: Please visit the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists website for current cost of exams.

Please note: All fees are subject to change.