About
El Paso Community College’s Diagnostic Medical Sonography Associate of Applied Science program uses specialized admissions requirements and a six-semester course sequence. Applicants must meet general eligibility criteria, complete TSIA2 assessments, submit required records, and finish mandatory and ranking coursework before consideration. The curriculum includes sonography foundations, ultrasound physics, obstetrics and gynecology, abdominopelvic sonography, vascular technology, pathophysiology, ethics, and supervised practicum or field-experience courses. Students must earn a grade of C or better in the listed academic and specialized courses. The program begins in the summer, with an official ranking date of March 1, and admits a maximum of 12 students. Clinical participation requires additional compliance steps, including background screening, CPR, health insurance, immunizations, physical examination, and substance-abuse screening. The program page states that the AAS is accredited by CAAHEP upon JRC-DMS recommendation.
At a glance
- Next start: Summer
- Leads to: Diagnostic Medical Sonography Associate of Applied Science (AAS-DMSO)
Organization
El Paso Community College
El Paso Community College is a community college in El Paso, Texas. It prepares students for careers in Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Emergency Medical Technician, HVAC, Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN), Medical Assistant, and Welding, among other fields. The college also offers programs in areas such as nursing, dental assisting, pharmacy technology, automotive service, cosmetology, cybersecurity, and medical billing and coding. Its educational offerings include career-focused programs and continuing education courses, with instruction available across multiple campuses and locations. The institution serves students through a broad selection of programs of study, including associate-level options and workforce-oriented training. Its range of occupational fields supports pathways into healthcare, skilled trades, transportation-related services, technology, business, and personal-care careers.