The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Diagnostic Medical Sonography is a 62 credit-hour program designed to provide students with the necessary knowledge, skills, values, and competencies for a career in diagnostic ultrasound. The curriculum is based on requirements of the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS). Graduates will receive an Associate of Applied Science degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography and will be eligible to take the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) exam upon completion of the program.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Minnie Hester
Program Director & Instructor
318-678-6106
mhester@bpcc.edu

The Diagnostic Medical Sonography program is currently in the application and review process for accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRCDMS). Upon completion of accreditation process graduates of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program will be eligible to sit for the Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer industry-based certification issued by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).