Medical Sonography, AAS
The Medical Sonography curriculum provides knowledge and clinical skills in the application of high frequency sound waves to image internal body structures.
Course work includes physics, cross-sectional anatomy, abdominal, introductory vascular, and obstetrical/gynecological sonography. Competencies are attained in identification of normal anatomy and pathological processes, use of equipment, fetal growth and development, integration of related imaging, and patient interaction skills.
Graduates of accredited programs may be eligible to take examinations in ultrasound physics and instrumentation and specialty examinations administered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers and find employment in clinics, physicians’ offices, mobile services, hospitals, and educational institutions.
Upon graduation from the sonography program, you will be able to apply to take the national certification examinations offered by the ARDMS. By successfully completing the certification exams, you will be awarded the credential RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer). The average starting salary is approximately $45,000/year.
If you need assistance in completing your application, attend one of our open labs!
Be sure to bring a copy of your most recent transcript and an observation form.
Dates:
Feb. 24 • 8 a.m. - Noon
Feb. 27 • Noon - 3:30 p.m.
Student/Graduate Achievements:
The Sonography program is accredited by the CAHEEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education)which provides a peer review process administered by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRC/DMS).
Medical Sonography, AAS - Program of Study - Course Information & Admissions Criteria
Course work includes physics, cross-sectional anatomy, abdominal, introductory vascular, and obstetrical/gynecological sonography. Competencies are attained in identification of normal anatomy and pathological processes, use of equipment, fetal growth and development, integration of related imaging, and patient interaction skills.
Graduates of accredited programs may be eligible to take examinations in ultrasound physics and instrumentation and specialty examinations administered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers and find employment in clinics, physicians’ offices, mobile services, hospitals, and educational institutions.
Applications are due by March 1. In order to complete the form, you will need to upload a copy of your most recent transcript and an observation form.
If you need assistance in completing your application, attend one of our open labs!
Be sure to bring a copy of your most recent transcript and an observation form.
Dates:
Feb. 24 • 8 a.m. - Noon
Feb. 27 • Noon - 3:30 p.m.
Student/Graduate Achievements:
| 2016 Graduates | 2017 Graduates | 2018 Graduates |
2019 Graduates |
|
| Retention | 92% | 70% | 90% | 80% |
| Job Placement | 73% | 71% | 100% | 88% |
| Credential Success Obstetric/gynecological |
100% | 67% | 100% | 50% |
| Credential Success Abdomen |
100% | 100% | 100% | 71% |
The Sonography program is accredited by the CAHEEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education)which provides a peer review process administered by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRC/DMS).
CAAHEP
25400 US Highway 19 North, Suite 158
Clearwater, FL 33763
www.caahep.org
727.210.2350
JRC-DMS
6021 University Boulevard, Suite 500
Ellicott City, MD 21043
www.jrcdms.org
443.973.3251
25400 US Highway 19 North, Suite 158
Clearwater, FL 33763
www.caahep.org
727.210.2350
JRC-DMS
6021 University Boulevard, Suite 500
Ellicott City, MD 21043
www.jrcdms.org
443.973.3251
Medical Sonography, AAS - Program of Study - Course Information & Admissions Criteria
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