<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>Sanford-Brown's Certificate in Diagnostic Medical Sonography program is designed to prepare you to perform diagnostic ultrasound exams on parts of the body such as the pelvis, abdomen, pregnant female pelvis, and superficial structures. You have the opportunity to study areas such as physiology, pathophysiology, sonographic patterns, anatomy, and protocols for organ survey. You could also learn how to relay sonographic information to physicians in a professional manner. The curriculum includes a lecture component and a clinical component. This degree program also includes an externship. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>If you are thinking about applying to Sanford-Brown's Certificate in Diagnostic Medical Sonography program, you should have basic computer skills and an interest in healthcare. Potential Sanford-Brown students must live in close proximity to campus locations. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What Are the Course Requirements?</h3> <p>This course of study consists of 74 credits. Students must also complete 1,869 contact hours. </p> <p><u>Diagnostic Medical Sonography Course Requirements</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code</th><th>Course Name</th></tr> <tr><td>BIO 130</td><td> Anatomy and Physiology I</td></tr> <tr><td>BIO 131</td><td> Anatomy and Physiology II</td></tr> <tr><td>COM 150</td><td> Effective Communication</td></tr> <tr><td>DMS 100</td><td> Health Careers Orientation</td></tr> <tr><td>DMS 101</td><td> Ultrasound Physics &amp; Instrumentation</td></tr> <tr><td>DMS 102</td><td> Basic Ultrasound Scan Techniques</td></tr> <tr><td>DMS 103</td><td> General Pathology</td></tr> <tr><td>DMS 121</td><td> Abdomen I</td></tr> <tr><td>DMS 122</td><td> Abdomen II</td></tr> <tr><td>DMS 130</td><td> Scanning of the Neck &amp; Duplex Imaging</td></tr> <tr><td>DMS 140</td><td> Female Reproduction</td></tr> <tr><td>DMS 141</td><td> Obstetrics</td></tr> <tr><td>DMS 150</td><td> Male Reproduction</td></tr> <tr><td>DMS 160</td><td> Pediatrics</td></tr> <tr><td>DMS 201</td><td> Externship I</td></tr> <tr><td>DMS 202</td><td> Externship II</td></tr> <tr><td>DMS 203</td><td> Externship III</td></tr> <tr><td>DMS 204</td><td> Externship IV</td></tr> <tr><td>MTH 120</td><td> Algebra</td></tr> <tr><td>MTH 150</td><td> Math &amp; Physics</td></tr> </table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterIGraduate">What Could I Do After I Graduate?</h3> <h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4> <p>Sanford-Brown's Certificate in Diagnostic Medical Sonography program graduates could pursue careers as entry-level Sonography-related careers. You could also take on a specialty. Jobs you could pursue include but are not limited to the following: </p> <ul><li>Sonographer </li><li>Diagnostic medical sonographer </li><li>Ultrasound technologist </li></ul><h4 id="section---AdvancedDegrees">Advanced Degrees</h4> <p>Another option for Sanford-Brown's Certificate in Diagnostic Medical Sonography program is to continue learning about this and related fields by pursuing a bachelor's degree. A bachelor's degree could build on your knowledge of medical imaging technology and combine it with additional medical and business skills. Degrees you could pursue include but are not limited to the following: </p> <ul><li>Bachelor of Science in Radiology </li><li>Bachelor of Science in Nursing </li><li>Bachelor of Science in Biology</li></ul>