Is there a waiting list for admission into the Sonography program? There is no waiting list for admission to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program. The applicant pool is evaluated annually. Any applicant who is not offered a position and wishes to be reconsidered the following year must re-apply with updated documents
Are uniforms required for the program? Yes. Uniforms are required in the clinical setting and on campus while attending class and scan lab. Students must abide by the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technology Program dress code.
Can I complete this program on a part-time basis? No. All courses must be completed in a certain sequence because they are only offered once a year.
What are the hours of the program? Program hours require attendance in courses and/or clinics 4-5 days per week (up to 40 hours).
Can I work while I am a student in the program? Employment is not encouraged; however, students may choose to work on a part-time basis. The students' work hours are not to interfere with course hours.
Do I need to take a test after graduation? Yes, you will need to take a national certification examination.
Where do I take the test after graduation? Upon graduation students may be eligible to take the national certification sonography examination by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). The American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) examination is available with specific requirements.