Diagnostic Cardiovascular Sonography (直流电压) - A.A.S. 学位/证书
Improve Patient Care by Becoming a Sonographer
Sonography is the use of high-frequency sound waves, also known as ultrasound, to observe the internal world of the human body. Sonographers are on the front line of early detection and evaluation of cancer, women’s health issues, heart defects, arterial 堵塞，还有更多.
If you are compassionate, flexible, detail-oriented, and like working in a fast-paced and caring environment, you might be a good fit as a Sonographer.
ACC offers three options to help you get started on y我们的 Sonography career. 为期两年的 Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) program prepares you for a health career in 要么 Adult Echocardiography, Pediatric Echocardiography, or Vascular Sonography which are branches of Diagnostic Medical Sonography. Upon graduation, you will possess the skills necessary to perform ultrasound and related diagnostic exams of the heart 或者血管.
会话信息
Attend an information session to learn more about the Diagnostic Cardiovascular Sonography program and meet 我们的 staff.
| 2024年3月26日 | 1:00 pm |
在校园S107房间 |
| 2024年4月18日 | 1:00 pm |
在校园S107房间 |
| 2024年5月3日 | 6:00 pm | |
| 2024年5月16日 | 6:00 pm |
职业发展机会
Sonographers typically work in hospitals, but they may also work in physician offices, diagnostic centers, ultrasound equipment vendors as sales or application specialists, mobile services, and contract agencies.
Career opportunities remain strong nationally and within the region. 的 Bureau of Labor Statistics notes that sonography is a rapidly growing field expected to grow by 14% between 2020-2030. Its data also indicates that the Houston Metro region employs over 1300 超声波检验师. Average starting salary for a new graduate is approximately $68,580 (全职). Experienced, registered 超声波检验师 can expect higher, $81,350-$107,730 每年根据 Bureau of Labor Statistics.
For more information on career opportunities in Diagnostic Cardiovascular Sonography, 请访问 职业教练 where you can explore the local job market, take a career assessment, and build a 的简历.
DMS Program Effectiveness Data
我将学习什么?
的 直流电压 program curriculum is composed of didactic instruction, hands-on laboratory, practice, individual outside scanning practice, and supervised external clinical experience. You will learn electrical diagnostics of the heart such as EKG (electrocardiogram), Holter Monitoring, and Stress Testing. During the freshmen year, you will be eligible to take the CCT (Certified Cardiographic Technician) and/or CRAT (Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician) exam available from CCI (Cardiovascular Credentialing International) enabling you to have a first credential. This will allow you to work y我们的 way through the remainder of the program in the healthcare setting as an EKG, Monitor/Telemetry, or Stress Testing technician. This early credential can alleviate some expenses and also help you gain valuable experience in a hospital setting making it easier to find employment since you will already have y我们的 foot in the door.
Curriculum Guide - Diagnostic Cardiovascular Sonography (直流电压) - A.A.S. 学位/证书
*How Much Will the Program Cost?
Approximate yearly costs for the Diagnostic Cardiovascular Sonography 学位 program are $4,479 for in-district students and $7,404 for those out-of-district. This includes tuition and fees for 直流电压 c我们的ses. Additional fees for textbooks, supplies, uniforms, testing, vaccinations, insurance, and graduation are approximately $4,379.
Yearly costs for the Diagnostic Cardiovascular Sonography 证书 program are approximately $2,552 for in-district students and $4,217 for those out-of-district. This includes tuition and fees for 直流电压 c我们的ses. Additional fees for textbooks, supplies, uniforms, testing, vaccinations, insurance, and graduation are approximately $4,379.
For more information on education costs, payment options, payment plans, deadlines 更多信息，请访问我们的 学费和杂费 section.
Financial assistance is available for those who qualify. For more information, visit 我们的 金融援助 section.
*艾尔文社区学院 may change tuition rates and other fees without notice or when so directed by the Board of Regents.
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