Program Description:
Sonography is the science of obtaining and analyzing diagnostic medical images through the use of high frequency sound. These images provide information that aids in the diagnosis and treatment of disease and injury.
The sonography program provides the student with clinical, classroom and laboratory experience. Students will receive comprehensive training and experience performing scanning procedures in abdominal, obstetrical and gynecological ultrasound. They also will receive training and experience in vascular ultrasound procedures.
Upon completion of the program (73 credits, two years), graduates are awarded an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree and are eligible to take the national registry exam in Ultrasound Physics, Abdominal Ultrasound, and Obstetrical and Gynecological Ultrasound.
Math competency that is necessary for sonography course work and practice is measured through competency testing or enrollment in FNDN065. There is a challenge option for this math course.
ACCREDITATION
Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRCDMS) and the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
Satisfactory completion of the following prerequisites (must have been completed at the post-secondary level - college or technical school):
- General Physics (college level introductory course)
- Biology
- Algebra
- Communication (must include both written and oral communication skill development)
SON Course Listings
Major Requirements:
SON 151 Introduction to Clinical Ultrasound I
SON 152 Introduction to Clinical Ultrasound II
SON 153 Introduction to Clinical Ultrasound III
SON 201 Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation I
SON 202 Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation II
SON 211 Abdominal Ultrasound
SON 221 OB/GYN Ultrasound
SON 230 Introduction to Vascular Ultrasound
SON 261 Clinical Ultrasound I
SON 262 Clinical Ultrasound II
SON 263 Clinical Ultrasound III
Liberal arts and science, CIL and supporting courses:
BIOL240 Anatomy & Physiology I
BIOL241 Anatomy & Physiology II
BIOL242 Human Disease
ENGL110 Composition I
HIMP102 Medical Terminology
PHIL 200 Ethical Problems in Health Care
PSYC100 General Psychology
SSCS100 Diversity, Democracy and Social Participation
ART elective
ENGL literature elective
SSCS elective
THEO elective
CIL 100, CIL 110
Computer competency requirement (FNDN010) - 1 credit (not counted for graduation)
Demonstration of math competency or FNDN065 - 2 credits (not counted for graduation)
Curriculum Guide
Minor Requirements: