Sonographers, also called ultrasound technologists, use special imaging equipment that directs sound waves into a patient's body to assess and diagnose various medical conditions. This one-year certificate program gives you the skills to be a competent entry-level general sonographer. 

Those entering the program are often graduates of the college's other allied health programs, such as the Radiologic Technology A.A.S. program, but some enter the program with a bachelor's degree and the required prerequisites.

This academic program is primarily designed for those who wish to enter the workforce immediately following graduation.

This program is offered by the Medical Imaging Department.

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Mandatory Professional Licensure Disclosures
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Clinical Affiliations & Certification
The Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) certificate program has clinical affiliations with imaging centers around the region.

Graduates are prepared to take American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography certification examination.

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Accreditation
The General DMS Program sponsored by Hudson Valley Community College is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org, 9355 - 113th St. N, #7709, Seminole, FL 33775) upon the recommendation of the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.

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Program Effectiveness Data, Goals and Outcomes
The program has been highly successful in preparing students for credentialing examinations. Take a look at our Program Effectiveness Data, Goals and Outcomes.

Explore Related Careers

NOTE: Additional educational requirements and/or certifications may be needed for some careers.

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The Center for Careers and Transfer provides career resources and services and help in identifying your skills and interests and how they connect to career possibilities. Transfer counseling services are also available and a list of transfer agreements are posted.

Get in Touch

Department or program information:

Margaret Ewart Zapp
MEDICAL IMAGING DEPARTMENT CHAIRPERSON
Brahan Hall, Room 026
Regular Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Summer 2024 Hours (May 20 - July 26): Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Friday, Closed

Program admission information:

Guenther Enrollment Services Center, Room 223