Program Goal
The goal of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program is to prepare competent entry-level general sonographers in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
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Students will demonstrate an understanding of human sectional anatomy relative to normal and abnormal sonographic imaging. |
PLO 2.
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Students will demonstrate skill proficiency in general sonographic procedures, be able to optimize images using the given equipment features, perform patient assessments and integrate clinical history from related imaging studies.
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PLO 3.
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Students will gain general and sonographic knowledge to be able to think critically, present complete and accurate sonographic findings to the interpreting physician, as well as recognize and use resources to enhance self-development and professional growth.
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| PLO 4. |
Students will function as team members in a variety of healthcare settings, apply effective oral, visual, and written communication skills, provide compassionate, professional patient care, and adhere to ethical standards. |
Program Description
Southern Arkansas University Tech’s Diagnostic Medical Sonography program is a 71 credit hour program designed to provide students with the general knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to have a successful career in diagnostic medical sonography. This program is based on the requirements necessary to pass the American Registry of Diagnostic Sonography (ARDMS) certification examination and to function as a general sonographer. Upon completion of the coursework, graduates will receive an Associates of Applied Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography and once all requirements are met, will be eligible to take the ARDMS examination in Sonography Principles and Instrumentation (SPI), Abdomen and Obstetrics and Gynecology. A selective admissions process is used for student enrollment into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.
Program Entrance Requirements
- Completed program application;
- Completed and passed all prerequisite courses with a GPA of 2.5 or higher; and
- ATI TEAS entrance examination - Must score 50% or higher.
Degree Plan
Program Prerequisites (27 hours)
Semester I (11 hours)
Semester II (11 hours)
Semester III (11 hours)
Semester IV (11 hours)
Total Credit Hours: 71