Adult Cardiac Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Programs

Associate in Applied Science

The Adult Cardiac Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program at John A Logan College is an accredited, 24-month, full time program that prepares individuals to become competent, entry level Cardiac Sonographers with an adult echocardiography concentration. The curriculum consists of academic requirements that are achieved on campus, online and through externships with clinical affiliates.

The professional level of this health care service requires highly skilled and competent individuals who function as integral members of the health care team. The sonographer must be able to produce and evaluate ultrasound images and related data that are used by physicians to render a medical diagnosis. Diagnostic sonography serves a diverse population in a variety of settings such as hospitals, clinics, and veterinary offices.

The Adult Cardiac Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program accepts 16 students annually. Applicants should review the Adult Cardiac Diagnostic Medical Sonography Handbook and Admissions Packet for more information on general requirements, the admissions process, program cost and associated policies.

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What You Can Do

Sonography is a dynamic profession that has grown significantly over the past 20 years. With rapidly developing new technologies and increased use of diagnostic ultrasound procedures, growth is projected to continue in the future with employment opportunities for qualified sonographers in both urban and rural areas nationwide.

Career advancement opportunities exist in education, administration, research, and in commercial companies as education/application specialists, sales representatives, technical advisors, etc.

Jobs

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Earning Potential

View the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers at Diagnostic Medical Sonographers and Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians : Occupational Outlook Handbook: : U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov)

Modes of Instruction
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Program Details

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FIRST YEAR – FALL SEMESTER

ORI 100	College 101	1
ALH 101	Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation	1
ALH 217	Medical Terminology	3
BIO 206	Human Anatomy & Physiology II	4
MAT 108	College Algebra OR any IAI Math	3-4
DMS 104	Diagnostic Ultrasound Foundations	4
		16 – 17

FIRST YEAR – SPRING SEMESTER

PHY 121	Technical Physics	3
DMS 112	Cardiac EKG and Electrophysiology	1
DMS 202	Cardiac Anatomy and Physiology	4
DMS 204	Cardiac Ultrasound Imaging/Lab I	4
DMS 206	Cardiac Ultrasound Clinic I	2.5
		14.5

FIRST YEAR – SUMMER SEMESTER

DMS 214	Cardiac Ultrasound Imaging/Lab II	4
DMS 226	Cardiac Ultrasound Clinic II	5
		9

SECOND YEAR – FALL SEMESTER

DMS 200	Medical Physics and Instrumentation I	2
DMS 210	Medical Physics and Instrumentation II	2
DMS 224	Cardiac Ultrasound Imaging/Lab III	4
DMS 236	Cardiac Ultrasound Clinic III	5
		13

SECOND YEAR – SPRING SEMESTER

COM 115	Speech OR COM 116 Interpersonal Communication	3
DMS 230	Cardiac Seminar	2
DMS 246	Cardiac Ultrasound Clinic IV	10
		15

Total Hours for Degree

67.5

Notes and Information

Students must maintain a grade of “C” or higher in all courses.

The Adult Cardiac Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program is a minimum of 67.5 credit hours. Please use our Tuition and Fees page to calculate your approximate cost.

*Students will be responsible for additional classroom materials and tools.

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The John A. Logan Adult Cardiac DMS Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

This program is designed to prepare students to apply for the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) examination. Successful candidates may use the title Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS). http://www.ardms.org/

CAAHEP is located at:
9355-113th St. N, #7709
Seminole, FL 33775
Telephone: 727-210-2350
Fax: 727-210-2354
Website: www.caahep.org

John A Logan offers a seamless transfer to the next step in your educational journey for many of our programs. Our academic programs prepare you for what you will need to transfer to a four-year college or university. When you have selected the college where you would like to transfer, it is important to review their specific admission and course requirements. John A Logan College has many articulation agreements with various colleges.

Transfer Planning – John A. Logan College (jalc.edu)

Ability to demonstrate cultural awareness, while providing appropriate care through knowledge of safe practices and infection control.
Ability to demonstrate emotional intelligence and clinical reasoning along with skills to recognize cardiovascular physiology and pathology and pathophysiology.
Demonstrate the ability to think critically, have time management and problem-solving skills, a strong work ethic, and a desire for continued learning.
Demonstrate and utilize effective communication, written, oral and visual forms

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