Associate of Applied Science with a major in Diagnostic Sonography

Parker’s Diagnostic Sonography program prepares its graduates to:

• Obtain, review, and record an accurate patient history with supporting clinical data;
• Perform diagnostic procedures and provide summary of findings for physicians;
• Analyze and inspect images for quality and adequate coverage of areas needed for diagnoses;
• Recognize differences between normal and abnormal images;
• Provide patients with information linked to ultrasounds and other diagnostic services

Parker’s Associate of Applied Science with a Major in Diagnostic Sonography program is geared toward building an understanding of the methods, ethics, and tools crucial to advance in today’s health care landscape. Course content includes anatomy and physiology, patient care, and sonographic principles that explore the broad range of responsibilities that face today’s leading diagnostic sonographers.

Parker’s Diagnostic Sonography program consists of:

• A curriculum that allows students to master one course each month
• Preparation for relevant certification and licensure examination
• A total of 75 credit hours
  • 27 credit hours of prerequisite courses
  • 48 credit hours of major core courses

Admission Requirements

Students applying for acceptance into the Associate of Applied Science with a major in Diagnostic Sonography, (A.A.S) degree program are required to successfully complete all general education courses. This consists of eight general education courses in the first eight months considered to be the “pre-professional phase” of our A.A.S program. A grade of “C” or better in all courses and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) must be earned in order to be eligible to progress to the professional phase of the program.

• An entrance examination may be administered to students offered an interview.
• An acceptable level-3 criminal background screening will be required for all students beginning the program. Students with felony charges and/or convictions may not be eligible for admission into this allied health program.
• Completion of any health discipline (ex RT, RN, LPN/LVN, PA, DC, MD) which requires licensure must submit proof of good standing.
• A personal essay stating why you chose a career in Diagnostic Sonography outlining your specific career goals in medical imaging.

Completion of general education courses does not guarantee admittance in to the Diagnostic Sonography Major program. Please visit with the program director for more details.

Diagnostic Sonography program online application and all required documentation must be submitted by the designated due date. Due dates are two months before the professional phase begins. Incomplete applications and/or requirements, in addition to applications received after the application due date will NOT be accepted.

Diagnostic Sonography Major Application