South College recently announced programmatic accreditation for its Associate of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography program in Asheville. The program received accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
The accreditation standards are established by CAAHEP and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRC-DMS).
“At South College we pride ourselves on providing opportunities for all students to gain hands-on experience and education in high-demand fields like Diagnostic Medical Sonography,” said Josh Huffaker, executive director for South College in Asheville. “This accreditation helps further our mission as a college, and provides our students with a program of study that not only meets and exceeds the standards of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography accrediting body, but establishes the program as substantive and valued by the field. CAAHEP’s programmatic accreditation of the Associate of Science in DMS validates that the program offers quality to its students.”
The Associate of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography provides undergraduate students with the academic and clinical foundations needed for careers in sonography. Sonographers are skilled professionals who use sound waves for the evaluation of the human anatomy including all major organs of the abdomen, pelvis, and obstetrics. They are a part of an integral health care team requiring highly skilled and competent professionals.
Through the Associate of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography program at South College, you can begin your career as an entry-level diagnostic medical sonographer in just over two years. This is one of the fastest-growing fields in the healthcare industry, offering a challenging, fulfilling work environment. Click the button below to learn more about the DMS programs at South College.
