Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Overview.
Train from industry experts to provide important patient care as an ultrasound technician in the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.

Diagnostic Medical Sonography involves using ultrasound equipment to use high-frequency sound waves to capture images of body organs, masses and fetuses at various stages of pregnancy. Sonographers are important members of a patient care team, assessing patients and ensuring accurate information is provided to the physician to confirm a diagnosis. Graduates will find themselves working in a hospital or private clinic setting.

A full time condensed, 80-week program, the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program is offered as a blended learning program, combining face-to-face instruction, with structured online learning components, allowing students to balance life commitments while advancing their education. This program has extensive on campus clinical training as well as hospital and clinic-based practicum placements (see below).

Students will learn everything from important anatomy and patient care to proper equipment-use, quality imaging and proper procedures for scanning. Small class sizes and a practicum component allow for a more focused learning environment for students to hone their skills and succeed in the profession.

Upon successful completion of all requirements, students will receive a Diploma in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.

Who should take this program?
Health care workers see people at their most vulnerable state. Empathy and compassion are important attributes for a Sonographer.

To be successful, we encourage students who have the following:

Excellent communication skills
Critical thinker
Independent worker
Ability to quickly grasp technical components
Ability to learn detailed anatomy
Strong physical health, including upper body strength and good wrist dexterity
Excellent vision and hearing