Brief Description

The selective-admissions Diagnostic Ultrasound Technology associate degree program provides didactic education and clinical experience as preparation for employment and national certification as a diagnostic medical sonographer. It is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs. The diagnostic sonographer provides diagnostic patient services using ultrasound and related diagnostic techniques. Graduates are eligible to apply to take the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers' National Certification examination.

Learning Outcomes

Degree recipients should possess the skills and abilities described below:

• Function in the capacity as an entry-level sonographer; acquiring diagnostic ultrasound images of the patient's anatomy to aid the physician in the diagnosis of various pathological conditions
• Act in the best interests of the patient and the institution through the prudent use of safety measures, techniques and equipment to prevent harm to patient, facility or oneself
• Act within the Ultrasonography Scope of Practice as outlined by the Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
• Exercise independent judgment and discretion in the technical performance of medical imaging procedures
• Assimilate pertinent clinical information, ultrasound findings and knowledge of normal and abnormal conditions into a cohesive and complete ultrasound examination for interpreting physicians
• Communicate effectively with patients, family members, hospital staff, and the general public, and demonstrate professionalism in all actions and communications

Brief Description

The Breast Ultrasound certificate is a three-quarter certificate program for certified Mammographers wishing to expand their job skills to include breast ultrasound scanning. Satisfactory completion of the program courses partially fulfills the eligibility requirements for the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography certification examination in breast ultrasound.