Here are some tips for you to take when choosing your ultrasound tech school. An Accredited or a Non-Accredited Ultrasound Tech School? While students may be interested in a particular ultrasound school because of a convenient geographic location, flexible scheduling, online course offerings, or other practical considerations, they should also consider the quality and reputation […]
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Step 3: Choose Your Ultrasound Training Program
How to choose your ultrasound training program? There are many factors that you should consider including length and scope of an ultrasound program and cost ranges for programs. Length and Scope of an Ultrasound Training Program There are three types of diagnostic medical sonography programs, including certificate programs, associate degrees and bachelor degrees. One-Year Certificate […]
Step 4: Ultrasound Technician Courses
Professional organizations and experts in sonography and related fields have formed a consensus on what should be included in sonography education and training. Published as the National Education Curriculum for Sonography, this course list comprises four areas: general education, health-related education, ultrasound technician courses and specialty ultrasound sub-areas. General courses for ultrasound technician include: mathematics […]
Step 5: Apply for Financial Aid
While financial assistance options for a sonography degree can seem confusing and even overwhelming, most fall into one of these categories: grants, loans, and scholarships; student employment; or veterans benefits. Sources of financial help include the federal government, state programs, private and nonprofit organizations, and educational institutions themselves. Scholarships and grants for ultrasound technician degrees […]
Step 6: Become a Certified Sonographer
Upon successfully completing an accredited sonography program of study, a student can become a certified sonographer and receive an ultrasound technician certificate by passing exams administered by certifying organizations. Ultrasound Technician Certification Through ARDMS The largest of these ultrasound tech certification entities is the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), this organization offers candidates […]