Cip Code: 51.091
Overview
This program is designed to accommodate the needs of sonographers who want to expand their scanning skills to include adult cardiac sonography. All lectures are online. The program content aligns with the expectations of the ARDMS Adult Echocardiography specialty exam, and provides ample opportunities to practice for that throughout two semesters. We also arrange for clinical externship experiences to enhance and enrich student learning.
Career Options
The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics states that the job outlook for cardiovascular sonographers is 15% from 2021-2031. The median pay in 2023 in the Dallas, Fort Worth & Arlington area was $87,550 per year; $42.09 per hour. Ref: Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (bls.gov)
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Transfer Options
Graduates who hold an Associate’s degree can enroll in Weatherford College’s Bachelor of Applied Technology in Medical and Health Services Management.
Scholarships