Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Associate of Applied Science

Diagnostic Medical Sonography is an imaging process used to assist physicians in gathering sonographic data necessary to reach diagnostic decisions. Sonographers are highly skilled professionals qualified by technological education to provide patient services using diagnostic ultrasound under the supervision of a physician. Lorain County Community College has articulation agreements with colleges and universities including programs offered by Lorain County Community College's University Partnership.

• Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Details

1. American Heart Association Healthcare Provider certification is required upon entrance into the program.
2. All courses listed in the first year Fall semester must be completed prior to admission to the Sonography program.
3. > Indicates that this course has a prerequisite
4. ** Indicates that a grade of "C" (2.0) or better must be earned in order to continue in the sequence.
5. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required in college-level coursework for admission into the program.
6. ^ A student must register for the orientation course when enrolling for more than six credit hours per semester or any course that would result in an accumulation of 13 or more credit hours.