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Diagnostic Medical Sonography (109) |
Associate of Applied Science: Diagnostic Medical Sonography |
The Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) prepares individuals for careers as staff sonographers in radiology departments, hospital settings, private offices, outpatient clinics, military units, and the ultrasound industry. Program applications and the general admission application to the college must be submitted to the Virginia Beach Admissions Office no later than May 15.
Applicants must obtain CPR certification from the American Heart Association prior to admission. Applicants must also complete placement tests in English and math and meet all benchmarks, which include completion of all benchmark courses with a "C" or better, to be considered for admission into the DMS program. Students must submit an unofficial transcript along with their health professions application. They must also submit an official copy of their Allied Health Program transcripts and transcripts from other colleges attended to the Office of the College Registrar at Tidewater Community College prior to the application deadline. Applicants who meet all benchmarks will continue to the next stage of the application process and will be required to complete an assigned essay and interview with the program representative(s).
The Diagnostic Medical Sonography program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) in conjunction with the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRC-DMS).
CAAHEP: 25400 US Highway 19 North, Suite 158, Clearwater, FL 33763, (727) 210-2350, http://www.caahep.org/
JRC-DMS: 6021 University Boulevard, Suite 500, Ellicott City, MD 21043, (443) 973-3251, http://www.jrcdms.org/
Admission to the college does not guarantee admission to the DMS program. If admitted, students must meet certain conditions for continuance. Students are financially responsible for their uniforms and travel. For further information, go to tcc.edu (search keywords "diagnostic medical sonography"). |
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BIO 141 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I
| 4 | NAS 2 or acceptable NAS 2 Challenge Exam score | None |
ENG 111 | College Composition I
| 3 | Qualifying Placement Test score, ENF 1, ENF 2 or equivalent | None |
HLT 141 | Introduction to Medical Terminology (or HLT 143)
| 2 | None | None |
MTH 154 or higher | Quantitative Reasoning
| 3 | MTH 3 (or MTH 1) or MTE 1-3, and MTH 5 (or MTH 95) or MTE 4-5; or qualifying placement score | None or MDE 54 with placement |
PHY 100 | Elements of Physics
| 4 | None | None |
SDV 101 | Orientation to Health Care
| 1 | None | None |
Semester Total: 17 |
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✦DMS 206 |
Introduction to Sonography
| 2 | Admission into program or instructor permission | None |
✦DMS 207 |
Sectional Anatomy
| 2 | Admission into program or instructor permission | None |
✦,✫DMS 208 |
Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation I
| 3 | Admission into program or instructor permission | None |
✫DMS 211 |
Abdominal Sonography
| 4 | Admission into program or instructor permission | None |
✦,✫,✴DMS 231 |
Clinical Education I
| 2 | Admission into program or instructor permission | None |
Semester Total: 13 |
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DMS 209 | Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation II
| 3 | Admission into program and DMS 208 or instructor permission | None |
DMS 221 | Ultrasound Seminar I
| 3 | Admission into program or instructor permission | None |
✴DMS 232 | Clinical Education II
| 4 | Admission into program and DMS 231 or instructor permission | None |
Semester Total: 10 |
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DMS 212 | Obstetrical and Gynecological Sonography
| 4 | Admission into program | DMS 211 or instructor permission |
✴DMS 233 | Clinical Education III
| 5 | Admission into program and DMS 232 or instructor permission | None |
DMS 240 | Advanced Topics in Ultrasound
| 3 | DMS 207 and DMS 211 | None |
___________ | Humanities Elective 1
| 3 | | |
Semester Total: 15 |
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DMS 222 | Sonography Registry Review
| 3 | Admission into program or instructor permission | None |
✴DMS 234 | Clinical Education IV
| 6 | Admission into program and DMS 233 or instructor permission | None |
___________ | Social Science Elective 1
| 3 | | |
Semester Total: 12 |
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Total Minimum Credits: 67
1Eligible courses are listed under . Students should consult with an academic advisor or counselor to choose the appropriate course(s). |
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✦ Gateway Course - A course that serves as an introduction to the program and is typically offered early in the program. |
✫ Critical Course - A course faculty have identified as one that students should complete successfully, with a high level of understanding and comprehension, to progress in the program. |
❖ Milestone Course - Key intervals of program completion, if applicable. |
✴ Experiential Learning - A course where students can expect hands-on experiences and/or practical exposure opportunities which could be in or out of the classroom. |
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