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Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts offers associate and bachelor degree programs in allied health, nursing, and imaging. Our graduates join in-demand healthcare, nursing, and imaging careers in the ever-growing healthcare field.

 

A.S. in Magnetic Resonance Imaging Degree Program

Associate of Science in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (A.S. in MRI) Degree Program

 

A.S. in Magnetic Resonance Imaging Degree Program Locations

 

A.S. in Magnetic Resonance Imaging Degree Program Description

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologists are valued members of today’s healthcare team. They use specialized MRI equipment to create images of structures inside the human body, among other vital tasks.

The MRI degree program includes classwork, laboratory training, and clinical experiences that correlate with theoretical education. Students are rotated throughout our affiliated medical facilities while attending our MRI technician school.

 

A.S. in Nursing (ADN/ASN, LVN to RN) Degree Program

Associate of Science in Nursing (ADN) Degree Program

A.S. in Nursing (ADN/ASN, LVN to RN) Degree Program Location

A.S. in Nursing (ADN/ASN, LVN to RN) Degree Program Description

Registered Nurses are a vital part of the healthcare team as they provide and coordinate patient care. RNs assess patients, administer medication and treatments, consult doctors, and teach patients how to manage illness or injuries.

We offer two different tracks, both of which include didactic and hands-on training. The first track is a six-semester program for non-nursing applicants.

For those with an LVN license and fulfilled general education courses, we offer a second track. LVN to RN applicants can complete the program in two semesters and a three (3) week LVN to RN transition course.

 

A.S. in Nuclear Medicine Technology Degree Program

nuclear medicine technologist scanning patient

 

A.S. in Nuclear Medicine Technology Degree Program Locations

 

A.S. in Nuclear Medicine Technology Degree Program Description

The Associate of Science in Nuclear Medicine Technology (ASNM) is a 24-month program that prepares students with essential general education classes, core nuclear medicine curriculum, and real-life experience at clinical sites. The program begins with basic nuclear medicine principles and builds on that knowledge to bring the student to the level needed to pass the national credentialing exam.

The curriculum includes diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures, radiopharmaceutical preparation and administration, and imaging equipment quality control procedures. The program also includes courses on emerging hybrid imaging technologies, including positron emission tomography (PET), computed tomography (CT), and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The program includes online classwork, live online lectures, and clinical experiences.

 

A.S. in Physical Therapist Assistant Degree Program

Associate of Science in Physical Therapist Assistant (A.S. in PTA) Degree Program

A.S. in Physical Therapist Assistant Degree Program Location

A.S. in Physical Therapist Assistant Degree Program Description

Physical Therapist Assistants provide physical therapy services under the supervision of a physical therapist. They observe patients, teach patients specific exercises, treat patients with a massage or stretching, etc.

The program includes classwork, laboratory training, and clinical experiences that correlate with theoretical education. The technical courses incorporate physical therapist assistant graduates’ minimum skills at entry-level and Ethical Conduct standards for the PTA developed by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).

 

A.O.S. in Radiologic Technology Degree Program

Associate of Occupational Science in Radiologic Technology Degree Program

 

A.O.S. in Radiologic Technology Degree Program Location

 

A.O.S. in Radiologic Technology Degree Program Description

The Associate of Occupational Science in Radiologic Technology program’s mission is to prepare students for employment as certified radiologic technologists.

To this end, the program emphasizes the knowledge, skills, and entry-level competencies appropriate for examinations required by the State of California Department of Public Health, Radiologic Health Branch (CDPH-RHB).

Duties for this program’s graduates may include diagnostic imaging procedures in hospital diagnostic imaging departments, surgical theaters, emergency rooms, doctor’s offices, and other health care settings using fixed or portable machines.

 

A.S. in Radiologic Technology Degree Program

Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology (A.S. in RT) Degree Program

 

A.S. in Radiologic Technology Degree Program Locations

 

A.S. in Radiologic Technology Degree Program Description

Radiologic Technologists, or radiographers, work closely with the radiologists to perform diagnostic imaging exams. Radiographers adjust and maintain equipment, prepare patients for procedures, take patient medical histories, operate computerized equipment to capture images, etc.

The program includes classwork, laboratory training, and clinical experiences that correlate with theoretical education.

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts considers clinical experience a critical part of medical education. Accordingly, students are rotated throughout our affiliated medical facilities while attending our radiology technology school.

 

A.O.S. in Ultrasound Technology Degree Program

Associate of Science in Ultrasound Technology (A.S. in UT) Degree Program

 

A.O.S. in UT Degree Program Locations

 

A.O.S. in UT Degree Program Description

Our Ultrasound Technology program’s minimum expectations are to prepare competent entry-level general/vascular sonographers in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains.

Graduates will be qualified to work in hospitals, imaging centers, physicians’ offices, or clinics.

 

A.S. in Vocational Nursing Degree Program

Associate of Science in Vocational Nursing (ASVN) Degree Program

 

A.S. in Vocational Nursing Degree Program Locations

 

A.S. in Vocational Nursing Degree Program Description

Vocational nurses provide primary medical care under the direction of registered nurses and doctors. They monitor patients’ health, discuss care with patients, keep records, and administer primary care, including changing bandages and inserting catheters.

The Associate of Science in Vocational Nursing Program is a two-semester program for graduates of an approved Vocational Nursing or Practical Nursing program who wish to obtain an Associate of Science Degree.

This program builds on the vocational nursing diploma program by adding the same general education courses as our Associate of Science in Nursing (ADN) Program.

 

B.S. in Diagnostic Medical Imaging Degree Program

Bachelor fo Science in Diagnostic Medical Imaging (B.S. in DMI) Degree Program

 

B.S. in DMI Degree Program Locations

 

B.S. in DMI Degree Program Description

The online Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Medical Imaging (B.S. in DMI) degree provides the certified imaging profession with the foundational skills necessary to advance.

Enhanced marketability is an essential motive for acquiring a Bachelor’s Degree in Diagnostic Medical Imaging. Holding a Bachelor’s degree makes it possible to advance in radiology, business, IT, and public health.

The B.S. in DMI degree is available entirely through the distance education delivery method. This program offers advancement for technologists who are unable to attend a traditional college.

 

B.S. in Nursing (BSN, LVN to BSN) Degree Program

B.S. in Nursing (BSN) Degree Program

B.S. in Nursing (BSN, LVN to BSN) Degree Program Locations

B.S. in Nursing (BSN, LVN to BSN) Degree Program Description

Students will study a wide range of curricular content required for licensure by the California Board of Registered Nursing.

To develop an advanced skill base in demand by employers, students will also study the organization and function of health services, ethics and law in health care, writing skills for health professionals, leadership and management, nursing research, and patient education essentials.

Emphasis will be placed on evidence-based practice and critical thinking skills to provide safe and effective care to patients from diverse and multicultural populations and communities across the life span.

Students will also take Community Health Nursing, which includes certification in reporting child abuse and disaster management, following the Public Health California Code of Regulations’ requirements.

 

B.S. in Nursing (RN to BSN) Degree Program

RN to BSN Online Coursework Degree Program

B.S. in Nursing (RN to BSN) Degree Program Locations

B.S. in Nursing (RN to BSN) Degree Program Description

Students will study a wide range of curricular content required for licensure by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN).

Emphasis will be placed on evidence-based practice and critical thinking skills to provide safe and effective care to patients from diverse and multicultural populations and communities across the life span.

Students will also take Community Health Nursing, which includes certification in reporting child abuse and disaster management, following the Public Health California Code of Regulations’ requirements.

 

B.S. in Radiation Therapy Degree Program

B.S. in Radiation Therapy Degree Program Locations

B.S. in Radiation Therapy Program Description

This full-time, lock-step program provides students with didactic and clinical learning experiences that prepare them to be vital healthcare team members.

This program includes online classwork, live online lectures, and clinical experiences that contribute to student learning. Beginning with general education courses, students will build upon their knowledge as they progress through the program into core radiation therapy coursework.

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