Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Diagnostic Medical Sonography jobs forecast to grow 18% by 2018*
Diagnostic Medical Sonography is the process used to capture internal images of the body for medical diagnoses and treatment procedures. Many are familiar with the sonogram – the image of the baby taken during various stages of pregnancy via a process called an ultrasound. Though this is a common reference, diagnostic medical sonography is used extensively in areas throughout the medical field.
The Carrington College Diagnostic Medical Sonography certificate program teaches students the skills needed to assume an entry-level position as a medical sonographer. Graduates could find themselves working in a variety of settings, like physicians’ offices, outpatient facilities and medical diagnostic labs. Mobile medical imaging units are a convenient service for people that don’t want to be confined to an office setting, maybe capturing medical images on-the-go is something they would like to pursue.
As a Diagnostic Medical Sonography student, you will be provided with the hands-on training to help you succeed as a medical sonographer. There are a number of great reasons that our diagnostic medical sonography program may be for you. Here are just a few:
- The program merges classroom instruction, lab practice and clinical field experience, resulting in a diverse and practical course of study
- In as few as 15 months, you can complete the certificate of achievement program – a short investment of time for the career of a lifetime.
- Preparation for the required registration exams – Ultrasound Physics & Instrumentations; Abdomen; Obstetrics/Gynecology.**
- Digital Medical Sonography is rapidly becoming a preferred choice over radiological procedures.
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Training is hands-on!
Sonography is valuable in the medical community because it is utilized in detecting and treating many different types of diseases and conditions. To be able to produce images of the vascular, cardiac and abdominal systems is essential creating solutions for healing. The practical training the student acquired as part of our Medical Sonography program has them operating the specialized equipment that takes these images of the internal body.
The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Certificate program guides students through the steps needed to prepare them for all required exams.** Successful students of the Medical Sonography program, look for work opportunities in hospitals, or public health facilities. Some Diagnostic Medical Sonographers are also involved with image archiving and records management. Carrington College extensive educational experience provides the student with the training and skills needed to:
- Help patients understand the sonography procedures they are undergoing while using your astute skills and confidence to provide them with a comfortable experience.
- Perform diagnostic medical sonography while adhering to industry best-practices and protocols.
- Use organizational skills to help with related office tasks, which may include preparing schedules and ordering machinery.
- Demonstrate analytical skills while calculating values, taking measurements and assessing precursory findings for physicians.
- Understand image archiving and records management.
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer: Picture success!
According to the U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of diagnostic medical sonographers is expected to increase by about 18% through 2018 *— that’s faster than the average for all occupations*.
The current population is growing, and along with the growth, a large percentage of people are aging, creating a greater need for diagnostic medical imaging procedures. Why wait? Contact a Carrington College representative to get started on your career as a diagnostic medical sonographer.
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The Carrington College Diagnostic Medical Sonography program is available only at our Mesa, AZ campus. The program culminates in Certificate of Achievement in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
*U.S. BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition.
**CC prepares Students to take the appropriate certifications and licensure exams. The college does not guarantee students will successfully pass the exams or be certified or licensed as a result of completing the program.