DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY

Extended Degree Program - Associate in Applied Science (DMS.APP)

The Diagnostic Medical Sonography program leads to an Associate in Applied Science Degree and is designated as an Extended Degree Program in that students must complete a minimum of 73 or more required credit hours. The program prepares selected individuals through theory and clinical experiences to practice as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer in a variety of health care settings. Successful completion of the program requirements qualifies the student to apply to write the national credential examination offered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers. Satisfactory achievement on this examination qualifies the graduate to practice as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, (RDMS).

Registered Sonographers who are already RDMS, but do not have a college degree, may enroll in the required supportive and general education courses as outlined in the College catalog. Applicants will be granted a degree upon successful completion of the requirements.

The course of study combines general education in the humanities, biological and behavioral sciences with instruction in the theory and practice of sonography.

Program Admission Procedures:

Students must first be admitted to the College and must declare Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) as their curriculum. Admission to the College does not guarantee admission to the Sonography program. Each year a limited number of students are admitted to the program through a selection procedure. Basic admission requirements include:

• High school diploma or completion of GED.
• Declaration of Diagnostic Medical Sonography as the designated curriculum choice.
• Completion of all required supportive courses with a grade of “C” or higher.
• Completion of General Education requirements with a grade of “C” or higher.
• Attendance at a record review session (Jan).

Students who are eligible for the program are notified in writing no later than APRIL 15. All requirements and procedures for admission, as outlined in the Diagnostic Medical Sonography information letter and during the information sessions, must be completed by MAY 1 of the year in which the student is intending to enroll in the program.

In order to qualify as a candidate to take the national credential examination administered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers, students must obtain a “C” or better grade in all the currently required college and program courses for an Associate in Applied Science Degree.

The policies and regulations regarding admission, progression and retention in the Sonography program are outlined in the program manual which is provided to each student enrolled in the Sonography program. All these provisions are explained in the information sessions prior to admission to the program. In addition to the regular tuition, Sonography students incur extra costs such as liability insurance, health examination, uniforms, supplies, travel and registry application.

The Diagnostic Medical Sonography program is approved by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.

A mandatory criminal history check will be conducted on all students selected to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program, prior to the start of the program. 1) Conviction of a felony or any attempt to commit a felony within the 15 years immediately preceding the date of the criminal history check; or 2) conviction of a misdemeanor within the 10 years immediately preceding the criminal history check, will preclude eligibility for admission In addition, all selected students must have a drug screen test prior to the start of the program. For details contact 248.233.2916.