The Diagnostic Medical Sonography technical certificate program is designed to prepare the student to become a diagnostic medical sonographer. Sonographers are skilled professionals who provide patient services using diagnostic ultrasound under the supervision of a physician. Upon completion of this competencybased program, the student will be eligible to take the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers certification board examination. The program of study includes both didactic and clinical training in the fields of acoustic principles and safety, as well as abdominal, obstetrical, gynecological, and small parts sonography.
Admission to the program is limited and the deadline for applications is May 1. The four-semester program begins in July. A personal interview is required and screening of applicants will take place in late May - early June. Applicants seeking admission to the program must submit an application to the College and meet one of the following qualifications:
Successful completion of an AMA recognized two-year program that is patient-care related (i.e., Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Care Technology, Nursing, and Occupational/Physical Therapist Assistant)
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Successful completion of a bachelor degree program. Anatomy and Physiology I and II, Medical Terminology, and General Physics are mandatory courses before consideration of application can be made.
For more information or an application packet, contact the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Director.
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