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Associate of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Ultrasound) (AS)

Associate of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Ultrasound) (AS)

In the South College Associate of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography program available in Asheville, Atlanta, Indianapolis, Knoxville, Nashville or Pittsburgh, you can learn the skills to perform important ultrasound services in just over 2 years. Earn your associate degree in diagnostic medical sonography and start working toward tomorrow’s career in ultrasound today!

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Asheville
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Knoxville
Nashville
Orlando
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Degree Features

Associate of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Ultrasound) (AS)

  1. Program Duration

    27 months (full-time)

  2. Financial Aid

    Available for qualified sonography program applicants

  3. Location

    Earn your associate degree in Asheville, Atlanta, Knoxville, or Nashville!

Financial Aid

Attending school for ultrasound tech can be within your reach. Financial aid, offered through a variety of government, state, and local programs, grants, and scholarships—like Tennessee Promise, Tennessee Reconnect, South College Promise, and others—is available to those who qualify. To learn more about financial aid options for pursuing a diagnostic medical sonography program, contact us today.

Industry Outlook

Now is a great time to embark on a new career as a diagnostic medical sonographer. Medical imaging is a fast-growing healthcare field with a work environment that is both challenging and fulfilling. As a healthcare professional specializing in medical sonography, you could operate imaging equipment (in a procedure commonly known as an ultrasound or sonogram to conduct tests and create images that help physicians assess and diagnose medical conditions. Graduates of this program may pursue careers as diagnostic medical sonographers, obstetric and gynecological sonographers, or ultrasound technologists.

Associate of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Ultrasound) (AS)

Program Overview

Looking for an exciting career in imaging sciences? Have you considered sonography? The Associate of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography program at South College can help equip you to pursue a career in the healthcare industry as an ultrasound technician. As a diagnostic medical sonography student, you can practice on state-of-the-art equipment, benefit from small class sizes, and have a team of experienced faculty supporting you as you pursue your goals. We also facilitate clinical placements to provide the hands-on experience you need to thrive in the imaging field.

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Accreditation

Atlanta

The South College Associate of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography – General Program offered at the Atlanta campus was granted the initial 5 year accreditation award on May 21, 2021 by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) (9355 – 113th St. N, #7709, Seminole, FL 33775, 727-210-2350, www.caahep.org). The next review is anticipated for 2026.

Asheville

The South College Associate of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography – General Program offered at the Asheville campus was granted Continuing Accreditation on May 19, 2023 by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) (9355-113th St. N., #7709, Seminole, FL 33775, 727-210-2350, www.caahep.org) based on the recommendation from the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRCDMS). The next review is anticipated in 2028.

Knoxville

The South College Associate of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography – General Program offered at the Knoxville campus was granted continuing accreditation on July 17, 2020 by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) (9355-113th St. N., #7709, Seminole, FL 33775, 727-210-2350, www.caahep.org) based on the recommendation from the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRCDMS). The next review is anticipated for 2025.

Nashville

The South College Associate of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography – General Program offered at the Nashville campus was granted the initial 5 year accreditation award on March 15, 2019 by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) (9355-113th St. N., #7709, Seminole, FL 33775, 727-210-2350, www.caahep.org) based on the recommendation from the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRCDMS). The next review is anticipated for 2024.

 

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