Accredited Ultrasound Technician Schools in Washington

(found 4 schools, updated in May 2017)

The beautiful state of Washington is diverse in many ways. It has a rain forest and Cascade Mountains; glittering Seattle and the quaint German town of Leavenworth; and volcanoes and wine country. By the year 2017, Washington had earned a reputation for being a leader in providing health care to its residents. Ultrasound technicians can join an innovative health system interested in expanding non-invasive medical procedures and technology.

Sohography Education in Washington in 2017

As of 2017, there are four schools offering CAAHEP accredited Associate and Bachelor degrees in sonography in Washington. Sonography students have a great selection in terms of both ultrasound technology schools and lifestyle. From Seattle and nearby areas on the west coast to Spokane which is close to the Idaho border, sonography students can select a training program at a college, university or community college that best fits their needs. However, to specialize in cardiac or vascular sonography will require attending one of the schools on the west coast. After program completion, it is important to earn sonographer certification by taking the ARDMS certification exams.

Job Outlook and Salary for Sonographers in Washington

There were 1,440 Diagnostic Medical Sonographers employed as of May 2016 according to the federal government. The average wage for sonographers in 2016 was $86,970 which is higher than the national average salary $71,750. One of the top paying metropolitan areas for sonographers in the U.S. is the Kennewick-Richland area. Sonographers are paid an average salary of $104,080 in that area in 2016. The Washington Employment Security Department (ESD) projections indicate there will be 1,960 sonography positions by 2024. Washington state offers job opportunities and high pay to sonographers. Currently, most of the jobs are concentrated on the west coast and in Spokane, but there will likely be many jobs becoming available in the middle section of the state as national health care is implemented. | See Job Openings

Best Paying Regions in Washington

Here are the 10 top paying regions in Washington in terms of annual median wages:

1. Seattle-Bellevue-Everett Metropolitan Division: $90,520
2. Bellingham: $90,050
3. Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue: $89,710
4. Kennewick-Richland: $88,460
5. WenatcheeWA: $88,300
6. Tacoma-Lakewood Metropolitan Division: $85,700
7. Spokane-Spokane Valley: $82,910
8. Olympia-Tumwater: $82,710
9. Yakima: $81,580
10. Walla Walla: $68,230

Best Diagnostic Medical Sonography Schools in Washington

There are 3 cities in Western Washington and 1 city in Eastern Washington with CAAHEP accredited sonography programs.

Accredited Sonography Schools in Western WA

Seattle University

Address: 901 12th Avenue
Zip: 98122
City: Seattle
Website: www.seattleu.edu
Contact Person: Carolyn Coffin
Contact Email: coffinc@seattleu.edu
Contact Phone: (206) 296-5960
Sonography Programs: Certificate Program in General Sonography and Bachelor Degree Program in General Sonography, Certificate and Bachelor Degree Programs in Cardiac Sonography, Certificate and Bachelor Degree Programs in Vascular Sonography
Accreditation: CAAHEP Accredited and ARRT Recognized
Program Length: 2 years or 4 years
Application Deadline: February 1
Program Start Date: Fall
Clinical Sites: in the greater Seattle area, throughout the state, and out of state locations
Estimated Tuition and Fees: $51,564 excluding room and board for the year 2017-2018
Financial Aid Opportunity: Grants like Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant, Federal Pell Grant, Washington State Need Grant and Seattle University Grants; Loans like Federal Direct Stafford Loans, Federal Direct PLUS Loan and Federal Perkins; Scholarships for freshmen

Bellevue College

Address: 3000 Landerholm Circle SE, Mail Stop A242C
Zip: 98007
City: Bellevue
Website: www.bellevuecollege.edu
Contact Person: Terry Hatcher
Contact Email: send mail
Contact Phone: (425) 564-4193
Sonography Programs: Associates Degree Programs in General Sonography, in Cardiac Sonography and in Vascular Sonography
Accreditation: CAAHEP Accredited and ARRT Recognized
Program Length: 2 years (112 credit hours)
Application Deadline: February 24, 2017
Application Process: The applicant must attend the information session before applying for the program. You can contact (425) 564-2013 for more information.
Application Fee: $40.00 (non-refundable)
Program Start Date: Fall
Main Courses: General Ultrasound – Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation, Small Parts with Vasculature Sonography, Abdominal Scanning & Techniques, Obstetrics & Gynecological Sonography, Vascular Ultrasound Technology, Human Cross-Section Anatomy, Pathophysiology, General Ultrasound Lab, Clinical Practicum; Vascular Ultrasound – Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation, Small Parts with Vasculature Sonography, Abdominal Scanning & Techniques, Obstetrics & Gynecological Sonography, Vascular Ultrasound Technology, Human Cross-Section Anatomy, Pathophysiology, Vascular Technology Lab, Clinical Practicum; Cardiography Ultrasound – Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation, Human Cross-Section Anatomy, Pathophysiology, Congenital Heart Disease, Echocardiography, Pediatric Echocardiography, Vascular Ultrasound Technology, Echocardiography Scanning Lab, Clinical Practicum
Financial Aid Opportunity: Federal programs including Federal Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant, Federal Direct Subsidized/Unsubsidized Loans and Federal Parent PLUS Loans; State programs like Washington State Need Grant and College Bound Scholarship; Other programs like Bellevue College Grant, BC Waiver and Bellevue College Foundation Scholarship

Tacoma Community College

Address: 6501 South 19th Street, Building 19
Zip: 98466
City: Tacoma
Website: www.tacomacc.edu
Contact Person: Shea C. Bower
Contact Email: sbower@tacomacc.edu
Contact Phone: (253) 460-4476
Sonography Program: CAAHEP-Accredited Associates Degree Program in General Sonography
Program Length: 21 months (105 -118 credit hours for 7 quarters)
Application Deadline: July 1
Prerequisites: English, Communication, Medical Terminology, Precalculus, Human Anatomy and Physiology, and General Physics
Main Courses: Small Parts and Superficial Structures Sonography, Gynecological Sonography, Abdominal Sonography, Obstetrical Scanning and Pathophysiology, Advanced Sonography, Patient Care and Scope of Practice, Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation, Pathophysiology, Ultrasound Cross-Sectional Anatomy, Clinical
Estimated Tuition Fees and Costs: Tuition – $8,987.30, Books – $500, Immunization – $250+, National Registry Exam – $600, Additional costs including background check, drug testing, lab jacket, medical insurance, graduation certificate and so on
Financial Aid Opportunity: Grants including TCC Grant, Washington State Need Grant, Federal Pell Grant and Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant; Federal Direct Loans; Scholarships like TCC Foundation Scholarships, Tuition Waiver for High School Seniors; Veterans Benefits

Accredited Sonography Schools in Eastern WA

Spokane Community College

Address: 1810 North Greene Street, MS 2090
Zip: 99217-5399
City: Spokane
Website: www.scc.spokane.edu
Contact Person: Donna Rubosky
Contact Email: send mail
Contact Phone: (519) 533-8127
Sonography Program: CAAHEP-Accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography A.A.S.
Program Length: 7 quarters with 99 credits
Application Deadline: June 23, 2017
Program Start Date: Fall
Main Courses: Vascular Fundamentals and Procedures, OB/GYN Sonography, Abdominal Pathophysiology, Survey of Cardiac Sonography, Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation, Diagnostic Ultrasound, Human Cross-Section Anatomy, Advanced Sonography, Clinical
Estimated Tuition, Fees and Costs $10,202.90 including tuition, books and supplies
Financial Aid Opportunity: Grants like Federal Pell Grant, Washington State Need Grant and State Institutional Grant; Loans like Ford Federal Direct Loans and Federal Parent PLUS Loan; CCS Foundation Scholarships; Veterans Benefits