HEALTH PROFESSIONS:  Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Ultrasound)

• Associate of Applied Science Degree: Diagnostic Medical Sonography (109)

As a sonographer, the graduate will work closely with radiologists or other physicians to ensure correct diagnosis. Graduates can become staff sonographers in a radiology department, hospital setting, private office, outpatient clinic, within the ultrasound industry, or the military.

Program applications and the general admission application to the college must be submitted to the Virginia Beach Records and Registration Office no later than May 15.

Applicants will be ranked according to the health professions admissions ranking scale. Admissions decisions will be made based on the applicant’s ranking which considers academic record and area of residence. All in-state residents are given first priority in the application process. All applicants are given points in the application process based on any non-sonography classes taken and the grades earned in those classes. Students with health professions backgrounds, including radiography, are given additional application points. An official copy of your Allied Health Program transcripts and transcripts from other colleges attended must be sent to Tidewater Community College, Central Records Office/Office of the College Registrar, P.O. Box 9000, Norfolk, Virginia, 23509, prior to the application deadline date. These transcripts must be evaluated before any transfer credit is granted. Applicants are also required to have a personal interview with the program representative. Applicants must complete placement tests in English and math and place into ENG 111 and be eligible to take MTH 126 or higher prior to being considered for admission into the DMS program. Students must submit an unofficial transcript along with their health professions application.

Once accepted, students must have current CPR-Healthcare Provider certification, a documented medical examination, and must maintain a C average or better to remain in good standing. The program faculty reserves the right to recommend, through appropriate channels, the withdrawal of any student who does not exhibit suitable demeanor/attendance, and a rigid attendance policy is in place for the clinical experience. A copy of all standards is available in the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Student Handbook. Students will be re-admitted to the program at the discretion of the director and according to availability. Students are financially responsible for their uniforms and travel.

Clinical practice allows for hands-on experience while earning academic credit. After admission to the program, clinical practice can be completed in four semesters of full-time study.

This program is accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs through the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: Diagnostic Medical Sonography (109)

1      Eligible courses are listed on page 34 in the 2009-2010 catalog.  See your academic

        advisor or counselor to choose the appropriate course(s).

Contact(s):

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Health Professions Division ~ 757 - 822 - 7255

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