Associate of science in diagnostic medical sonography online

Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography presents an integration of didactic, laboratory and clinical experiences.  The program prepares students to function as entry-level diagnostic medical sonographers.  Sonographers are highly skilled professionals qualified to provide patient services using diagnostic techniques under the supervision of a licensed doctor of medicine or osteopathy and assist physicians in gathering data necessary to reach diagnostic decisions.

Program Mission Statement

Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography prepares competent graduates who are eligible for entry-level positions in the ultrasound field. The program facilitates the development of learned knowledge and skills of a graduate sonographer. The Diagnostic Medical Sonography program strives to instill the values and concepts of life-long learning to its graduates.

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Program Goal

Track 1 – Abdominal – Extended/Obstetrics and Gynecology Concentration

To prepare competent entry-level general sonographers in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains.

The program’s mission and goal is further defined in the following program objectives:

1. Demonstrate knowledge, skills and attitudes reflective of an entry level sonographer.
2. Perform routine sonographic exams while providing quality patient care as an entry level sonographer.
3. Exhibit professional and ethical behaviors consistent within the scope of practice of an entry level sonographer.

The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Student Handbook for both tracks can be viewed here.

Track 2 – Abdominal – Extended, Obstetrics/Gynecology, and Vascular Concentration

To prepare competent entry-level general sonographers and vascular technologists in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains.

The following additional objectives are for students enrolled in both concentrations:

1. Demonstrate knowledge, skills, and attitudes reflective of an entry level general sonographer and vascular technologist.
2. Display professional and ethical behaviors when communicating in the healthcare setting.
3. Demonstrate clinical competency by performing appropriate physiologic, two dimensional, Doppler and other sonographic and noninvasive procedures.
4. Demonstrate the necessary knowledge in general sonography/vascular technology.

The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Student Handbook for both tracks can be viewed here.

Prerequisites for Major Courses

• Background check and drug screening.
• Completion of lower division general education courses with a minimum grade of “C” in each course. Successful completion of the following prerequisite courses: BSC2085C, BSC2086C, PHY2001, ENC1101 and MAT1033.
• Cumulative grade average of 3.0 on a scale of 4.0 for general education courses.

Please click here to view the Required Technical Standards.

Program Outline

To receive an Associate of Science degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography students must earn 81.0 credit hours (Track 1: Abdominal – Extended/Obstetrics and Gynecology concentration) or 91 credit hours (Track 2: Abdominal – Extended, Obstetrics/Gynecology, and Vascular concentration).

Courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or higher to progress to the next course in the program. Program requirements are as follows:

Lower Division Courses

Program Outcomes

• Click here to view the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program outcomes.

The accreditation status of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program is published on the Accreditation page of the University website and may be viewed by clicking here.

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CAAHEP Accredited Keiser University Diagnostic Medical Sonography Programs

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