Hey everyone, I'm really interested in becoming an ultrasound tech, and I've heard that Lone Star College has a program for it. Can anyone provide some information or where I could find more about this program? Appreciate it!
Hey there! I'm glad to hear you're interested in becoming an ultrasound tech, and Lone Star College does indeed offer a program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography. The program prepares students to become skilled professionals in the field of sonography and offers two different tracks: General Sonography (Abdomen and OB/GYN) and Cardiovascular Sonography (Echocardiography and Vascular).
To be successful in this field, you'll typically need an associate degree, and Lone Star College's program leads to an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Diagnostic Medical Sonography. The program is competitive and requires a separate application process, beyond being admitted to the college itself. As a prerequisite, you'll need to complete several courses in subjects like anatomy, physiology, physics, and medical terminology before applying to the program.
Once in the program, you'll receive classroom instruction and hands-on clinical training in various healthcare settings. The coursework covers topics such as sonographic physics, patient care, abdomen and OB/GYN sonography, and cardiovascular principles. Graduates of the program are eligible to take American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) and/or the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) exams to become registered sonographers.
To learn more about the program, you can visit Lone Star College's Diagnostic Medical Sonography program webpage. There, you'll find information on application requirements, deadlines, prerequisite courses, and program content. Additionally, if you have specific questions or would like assistance with the application process, you can reach out to the program faculty or advisors at Lone Star College for guidance. Best of luck in your journey to becoming an ultrasound tech!
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