Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (DMS)

Provides a study of diagnostic foundations of clinical medicine pertinent to abdominal, superficial structures, musculoskeletal and non-cardiac chest sonography. Includes obtaining the clinical history, interpretation of clinical laboratory test, the pathophysiologic effects of disease, related clinical signs and symptoms, sectional anatomy, and normal/abnormal sonographic patterns. Includes a laboratory component for the practice and application of normal sonographic patterns, basic scanning techniques and protocol. Lecture: 5.0 credits (75 contact hours), Laboratory: 2.0 credits (90 contact hours) (45:1 Ratio).

Provides a study of diagnostic foundations of clinical medicine pertinent to abdominal, superficial, musculoskeletal and non-cardiac chest sonography. Includes obtaining the clinical history, interpretation of clinical laboratory test, the pathophysiologic effects of disease, related clinical signs and symptoms, sectional anatomy, and normal/abnormal sonographic patterns. Includes a laboratory component for the practice and application of normal sonographic patterns, basic scanning techniques and protocol. Lecture: 5.0 credits (75 contact hours) Lab: 2.0 credits (90 contact hours).

Covers the study of the clinical applications within the sonographic specialties of obstetrics, gynecology, female breast, and neurosonography. Includes related clinical symptoms and laboratory tests, pathophysiologic effects of disease and anomalies, and normal/abnormal sonographic patterns. Includes basic scanning techniques and protocol. with an emphasis on the demonstration of clinical applications of theoretical principles and concepts. Lecture: 4.0 credits (60 contact hours), Laboratory: 2.0 credits (90 contact hours), (45:1 Ratio).

Covers the study of the clinical applications within the sonographic specialties of obstetrics and gynecology. Includes related clinical symptoms and laboratory test, pathophysiologic effects of disease and anomalies, and normal/abnormal sonographic patterns. Includes basic scanning techniques and protocol. Designed for the student to utilize the laboratory facilities to demonstrate clinical applications of theoretical principles and concepts. 0 credits (150 contact hours).

Provides a study of diagnostic foundations of clinical medicine pertinent to vascular sonography. Includes obtaining the clinical history, interpretation of clinical laboratory test, the pathophysiologic effects of disease, related clinical signs and symptoms, sectional/vascular anatomy, and normal/abnormal sonographic patterns. Includes a laboratory component for the practice and application of normal sonographic patterns, basic scanning techniques and protocol. Lecture/Lab: 7.0 credits (165 contact hours).

Covers the study of the clinical applications of peripheral venous, peripheral arterial and abdominal vasculature within the sonographic vascular concentration. Includes related clinical symptoms and laboratory test, pathophysiologic effects of disease and anomalies, and normal/abnormal sonographic patterns. Includes basic scanning techniques and protocol. Designed for the student to utilize the laboratory facilities to demonstrate clinical applications of theoretical principles and concepts. Lecture/Lab: 6.0 credits (150 contact hours).

Consists of lectures and related laboratory exercises covering the areas of ultrasonic propagation principles, transducer parameters, interactive properties of ultrasound with human tissue, possible biologic effects, basic equipment types, instrumentation and quality control procedures, hemodynamics and basic Doppler. Lecture: 6.0 credits (90 contact hours).

Includes observation of all clinical duties performed in the ultrasound department. Covers basic instruction and scanning experience in abdomen, superficial structures, non-cardiac chest, embryo/fetus, gravid and non-gravid pelvic structures with basic competencies to be performed. Clinical: 3 - 4 credits (180 - 240 contact hours).

Includes observation and practice of all clinical duties performed in the vascular lab with basic instruction and scanning experience under the supervision of a credentialed Vascular Sonographer. Clinical: 4.0 credits (240 contact hours).

Provides a study of normal cardiovascular anatomy and physiology including hemodynamic concepts, electrophysiology, and the conduction system. Includes patient care and medical and legal issues of sonographers. Presents pathophysiologic conditions, signs and symptoms of valvular heart disease, ischemic cardiac disease, and infective endocarditis, and prosthetic heart valves and discussion of the various cardiac testing procedures used in diagnosis. Includes a laboratory component to develop basic skills in 2D, M-mode, Doppler scanning techniques and standard measurements. Integrated Lecture/Lab: 12 credit hours (300 contact hours).

Introduces the student to the clinical environment including the function and organization of the echocardiography department and the various testing procedures utilized in the diagnosis of cardiac diseases. Presents opportunities to observe and model the appropriate professional behaviors and communication expected in the clinical setting and initiates the performance of basic scan skills under the supervision of appropriately credentialed cardiac sonographers. Clinical: 1 credit hour (60 contact hours).

Includes a review of basic ultrasound physics, transducers, bioeffects, artifacts, quality assurance and principles of Doppler techniques. Lecture: 1.0 credit (15 contact hours).

Provides a review of abdominal sonography to prepare the student for the related registry. Includes obtaining a clinical history, interpretation of clinical laboratory tests, pathologic basis for disease, related clinical signs and symptoms, sectional anatomy, and normal/abnormal sonographic patterns. Lecture: 1.0 credit (15 contact hours).

Provides a review of related clinical signs and symptoms, laboratory tests, and normal/abnormal sonographic patterns in preparation for the related Ob/Gyn registry. Lecture: 1.0 credit (15 contact hours).

Provides a review of vascular sonography to prepare the student for the ARDMS certification examination. Includes activities and quizzes related to cerbrovascular, intracranial, peripheral venous, peripheral arterial and abdominal vascular sonography. Lecture: 2.0 credits (30 contact hours).

Covers the various test, miscellaneous conditions encountered in vascular sonography. Emphasizes the importance of quality measurements and safety practices. Lecture: 3.0 credits (45 contact hours).

Presents content on additional cardiac pathologies including acquired and congenital heart diseases. Covers the relationship of echocardiography to patient history and physical examination, abstracting the clinical chart, indications for exam, and differential diagnoses. Discusses cardiovascular pharmacology, their potential effects on echocardiographic findings, and provocative agents and maneuvers. Includes a laboratory component to further develop scan skills and practice more advanced evaluations of Color Flow, Pulsed and Continuous wave Doppler findings, valvular stenosis severity, ventricular function, and abnormal cardiovascular hemodynamics and flow patterns and correlating Doppler findings. Integrated Lecture/Lab: 7 credit hours (195 contact hours).

Presents content on contrast, 3D echocardiography, transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), stress echocardiography, Intensive Care Unit patient, and operative/perioperative applications. Covers heart transplant, emergency and echo-guided procedures and effects of systemic diseases on the heart. Enhance with opportunity for hands-on practice with 3D and strain echocardiographic advanced scanning techniques. Lecture: 3 credit hours (45 contact hours).

Provides review and practical application of ultrasound and Doppler physics; cardiac anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology; cardiac imaging: 2D, M-mode, Spectral and Color Doppler; and exam protocols. Lecture: 3.0 credits (45 contact hours).

Provides a review of abdominal sonography to prepare the student for the related registry. Includes obtaining a clinical history, interpretation of clinical laboratory tests, pathologic basis for disease, related clinical signs and symptoms, sectional anatomy, and normal/abnormal sonographic patterns. Lecture: 2 credits (30 contact hours).

Provides a review of related clinical signs and symptoms, laboratory tests, and normal/abnormal sonographic patterns in preparation for the related Ob/Gyn registry. Lecture: 2 credits (30 contact hours).

Includes interaction in all clinical duties performed in all ultrasound departments. Covers abdomen, superficial structures, non- cardiac chest, embryo/fetus, and the gravid and non-gravid pelvic structures with performance of basic and advanced competencies to be performed. Clinical: 5 - 8 credits (300 - 480 contact hours).

Includes experience in clinical applications of cerebrovascular, intracranial, peripheral arterial, peripheral venous, and abdominal vascular sonographic examinations. Requires the performance of competencies with the rate of progress dependent upon the student's ability to comprehend and perform assignments. Clinical: 8.0 credits (480 contact hours).

Provides a more active clinical role in assisting the practicing vascular Sonographer and performing sonographic duties under direct supervision. Requires the performance of competencies with the rate of progress dependent upon the student's ability to comprehend and perform assignments. Clinical: 5.0 credits (300 contact hours).

Continues the clinical experience by student assuming a more active role in assisting the practicing sonographer and performing sonographic duties under direct supervision with the rate of progress dependent upon the student's ability to comprehend and perform assignments. Clinical: 5.0 - 8.0 credits (300 - 480 contact hours).

Provides review of Adult Echocardiography material and practice with registry-formatted testing in preparation for challenging the national certifying board examination. Lecture: 1 credit hour (15 contact hours).

Includes observation of all clinical duties in the echocardiographic department including routine, stress, transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), and 3D echocardiography as possible. Emphasizes basic clinical scanning experience under the supervision of a credentialed Cardiac Sonographer. Clinical: 2 credit hours (120 contact hours).

Requires progressive clinical experience with student assuming a more active role in assisting the supervising Cardiac Sonographer with the rate of progress dependent upon the student's ability. Emphasizes increased participation in performance of the complete adult echo examination including scanning competencies, and participation in non-routine procedures including transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) and stress echocardiographic studies. Clinical: 6 credit hours (360 contact hours).

Requires entry-level or above proficiency in scanning skills and knowledge in adult echocardiography. Introduces echocardiography of the pediatric patient and use of advanced techniques such as contrast, strain, and 3D echocardiography. Compares current with previous scans and tailoring the exam as indicated by findings encountered during the examination. Clinical: 8 credit hours (480 contact hours).

Presents normal/abnormal sectional anatomy, hemodynamics, patient assessment and diagnostic testing related to vascular technology. Includes applications of pathophysiologic basis, clinical signs and symptoms and typical findings related to the peripheral vascular system. Includes therapeutic interventions, intraoperative monitoring and the use of contrast agents. Covers vascular physics including blood flow characteristics and pressure/flow/velocity relationships. Integrated Lecture/Lab: 6 credits (120 contact hours).

Provides clinical experience by student actively assisting and performing vascular procedures under direct supervision of a Vascular Technologist. Completes competencies including cerebrovascular, upper/lower venous/arterial extremity, and abdominal vasculature. Clinical: 6 credits (360 contact hours).

Provides review and practical application of vascular technology (Carotid Duplex Scanning and Peripheral Vascular Scanning) with an analysis of anatomy, physics, hemodynamics, exam protocols, and pathology. Lecture: 3.0 credits (45 contact hours).