Echocardiography

Echocardiography is a specialized concentration within the field of ultrasound applied to heart structures. The cardiac sonographer is a skilled person qualified by academic and clinical preparation to perform echocardiography exams under the supervision of a qualified physician. The demands of the cardiac sonographer requires a working knowledge of detailed anatomy and physiology of the heart and its echogenic appearance as it is presented as a 2-D image, as well as scanning techniques to obtain the optimum image.

The program of study includes thirty-six (36) credit hours of didactic, college laboratory and clinical sessions. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate is eligible to sit for the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography Certifying Examinations for Cardiovascular Principles and Instrumentation, Adult and Pediatric Echocardiography.

Specific Admissions Requirements for Echocardiography Program:

1. Candidates for admission to this program must be an Allied Health graduate of an A.A.S., B.S., or Diploma Program (i.e.: 2 years Radiologic Technology education and ARRT, Radiation Therapist, R.N., Occupational Therapist, Physician Assistant, M.D., or D.O. credential)
2. A minimum of a 3.0 cumulative average*
3. College Preparatory course in Physics
4. Interview with Program Director
5. Official transcripts from secondary and post-secondary institutions required

*Diploma Graduates: Transcripts will be reviewed to determine compliance with academic requirements

Minimum Certificate Requirements:
A total of 36 credit hours with a Quality Point Average of 2.0.