Program
Diagnostic Medical (General Ultrasound)
A comprehensive 16-month program covering abdominal, vascular, OB-pelvic, and general sonography imaging techniques.
16 Months
Program Length
64 Semester Credits
Semester Credits
Associate of Applied Science Degree
Credential Earned
Day Classes Available
Schedule
Program Overview
The Diagnostic Medical Sonography program prepares students to perform ultrasound examinations of the abdomen, pelvis, obstetrics, and vascular system. Graduates are trained to work in hospitals, clinics, and imaging centers as diagnostic medical sonographers.
Course Sequence
Semester 1
Introduction to Sonography
Fundamentals of ultrasound physics, instrumentation, and patient care protocols.
Semester 2
Abdominal Sonography
Scanning techniques for liver, gallbladder, pancreas, spleen, kidneys, and aorta.
Semester 3
OB-Pelvic Sonography
Obstetric and gynecologic ultrasound including fetal anatomy and biometry.
Semester 4
Vascular Sonography
Duplex and color Doppler imaging of peripheral and cerebrovascular systems.
Semester 5
Clinical Externship
Supervised clinical rotations at approved medical facilities to complete competency requirements.
Career Opportunities
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Hospitals & Imaging Centers
Abdominal Sonographer
Outpatient Clinics
OB-GYN Ultrasound Tech
Women's Health Clinics
Vascular Sonographer
Vascular Surgery Centers
Ready to Start Your Career?
No-cost entrance test. No appointment needed. Come in Monday–Thursday, 10am–4pm.