<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>The curriculum of Sanford-Brown's Associate in Cardiovascular Sonography (Non-Invasive Track) program is a combination of fundamental and advanced classroom instruction and clinical training. Program coursework addresses the operation and maintenance of EKG equipment, vascular imaging and assessment techniques, theories and principles of echocardiography, ultrasound physics, medical ethics, and healthcare safety procedures. Clinical courses allow for the hands-on practice of electrocardiography and echocardiography equipment. A seminar provides study in diagnostic and therapeutic methods and a review of material appearing on credentialing examinations. In a series of externships, you will work with real patients and apply methods and techniques learned in the program in actual clinical settings. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>You should have an interest in working in the medical field and a desire to help people before entering the Associate in Cardiovascular Sonography (Non-Invasive Track) program. Current or recent experience as a volunteer at a hospital or other medical setting is helpful but not required. Potential Sanford-Brown students must live in close proximity to campus locations. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What are the Course Requirements?</h3> <p>A total of 119.5 credits must be completed in order to graduate from Sanford-Brown's Associate in Cardiovascular Sonography (Non-Invasive Track) program. The core curriculum consists of 92.5 credits, with the remaining credits taken in general education courses. The program duration is 70 instructional weeks. </p> <p><u>Cardiovascular Sonography (Non-Invasive Track) Courses</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Number</th><th>Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td> ALH 106 </td><td> Medical Law and Ethics</td></tr> <tr><td> ALH 117 </td><td> Safety in the Healthcare Environment</td></tr> <tr><td> CVS 131 </td><td> Electrocardiography</td></tr> <tr><td> CVS 134 </td><td> Cardiovascular Pathology</td></tr> <tr><td> CVS 136 </td><td> Advanced Electrocardiography</td></tr> <tr><td> CVS 138 </td><td> Cardiovascular Pharmacology</td></tr> <tr><td> CVS 140</td><td> Vascular I</td></tr> <tr><td> CVS 141 </td><td> Vascular II</td></tr> <tr><td> CVS 210 </td><td> Echo I</td></tr> <tr><td> CVS 211 </td><td> Integrated Clinical - Echo I</td></tr> <tr><td> CVS 212 </td><td> Echo II</td></tr> <tr><td> CVS 213 </td><td> Integrated Clinical - Echo II</td></tr> <tr><td> CVS 214 </td><td> Echo III</td></tr> <tr><td> CVS 215 </td><td> Integrated Clinical - Echo III</td></tr> <tr><td> CVS 216 </td><td> Echo IV</td></tr> <tr><td> CVS 217 </td><td> CVS Professional Seminar</td></tr> <tr><td> CVS 239 </td><td> Cardiovascular Sonography Externship I</td></tr> <tr><td> CVS 240 </td><td> Cardiovascular Sonography Externship II</td></tr> <tr><td> CVS 241 </td><td> Cardiovascular Sonography Externship III</td></tr> <tr><td> CVS 242 </td><td> Cardiovascular Sonography Externship IV</td></tr> <tr><td> PHY 145 </td><td> Ultrasound Physics I</td></tr> <tr><td> PHY 150 </td><td> Ultrasound Physics II</td></tr> </table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterIGraduate">What Could I Do After I Graduate?</h3> <h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4> <p>As a graduate of Sanford-Brown's Associate in Cardiovascular Sonography (Non-Invasive Track) program, you could pursue entry-level positions in a variety of healthcare environments. In some cases, you might be required to obtain certification prior to employment. You can work for hospitals, clinics, or diagnostic imaging centers. </p> <h4 id="section---AdvancedDegrees">Advanced Degrees</h4> <p>After completing the Associate in Cardiovascular Sonography (Non-Invasive Track) program, you could be eligible to sit for national certification exams. Though an associate's degree and certification are typically all that is needed for entry-level positions, you could further develop your skills and enhance your knowledge by entering a bachelor's degree program. Bachelor's degrees you could pursue include: </p> <ul><li>Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography </li><li>Bachelor of Science in Allied Health Technologies </li><li>Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences</li></ul>