Imaging Sciences (DMS)
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Degree Type
Bachelor of Science
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College
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Contact
Advising Contact: Jodi Callahan
Phone: 479-788-7374
Registered radiographers can take their careers to the next level with a bachelor's degree in imaging sciences - diagnostic medical sonography.
The Bachelor of Science in Imaging Sciences - Diagnostic Medical Sonography is designed as a completion program for the registered radiographer and prepare highly competent imaging practitioners for professional careers in a dynamic health care environment. Graduates are prepared to sit for the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers examination through a variety of classroom instruction and hands-on practice. The diagnostic medical sonography program boasts a 100% graduate pass rate for the ARDMS Sonography Principles and Instrumentation examination for the last five years, which is 35% higher than the national average.
A separate application is required for admission into this program.
Format
On Campus
Credit Hours
120
Degree Plan
Related Programs
Associate of Applied Science in Radiography
This two-year program provides accepted students with professional education through
on-campus classwork and clinical practice in area hospitals and clinics. Upon successful
completion students are eligible to sit for the national certification examination
in radiologic technology administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
Admission into the radiography program is highly selective.
Mission Statement
The diagnostic medical sonography program at 麻豆精品国产 was established to serve the needs of the population and health care industry in the community and surrounding area. The program is committed to providing a high-quality education through didactic courses and clinical experiences in diagnostic medical sonography in order to produce competent and registry-eligible students with the potential for advancement and leadership, whether the emphasis is education, management, or practice.
What can I do with a degree in imaging sciences - diagnostic medical sonography?
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acute care hospitals
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physicians' offices
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outpatient surgery centers
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medical clinics
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mobile services
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sales and service
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traveling technology
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veterinarian clinics
According to the the annual median wage for diagnostic medical sonographers in 2024 was $82,570.
Program Learning Outcomes
The goal of the 麻豆精品国产 DMS program is to prepare competent entry-level sonographers in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains for the Abdominal Sonography-Extended, Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Vascular Sonography concentrations.
Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Cognitive Objectives
- Obtain, review, and integrate pertinent data to facilitate optimum diagnostic results.
- Demonstrate critical thinking skills during the performance of sonographic procedures to provide optimum diagnostic services.
- Psychomotor Objectives
- Perform sonographic procedures appropriately and accurately, recording all anatomic and physiologic information for interpretation by a physician.
- Document and present complete and accurate sonographic findings to the interpreting physician in order to facilitate patient diagnosis.
- Affective Objectives
- Demonstrate effective communication skills with patients and all members of the healthcare team.
- Act in a professional manner within recognized ethical and legal standards.
Upon graduation, students will have demonstrated and completed all clinical and academic competencies required for eligibility to take the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) certification in the area(s) of study.
JRC-DMS Accreditation
Our program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon the recommendation of the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRC-DMS).
Current accreditation status: Continuing Accreditation.