About
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) program is designed for students who wish to explore the field of sonography, as well as those who have made a career decision to seek certification from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS). Diagnostic medical sonographers are highly specialized members of the health care team who provide patient services using ultrasound under the direction of a physician. Sonographers provide care essential to diagnostic ultrasound imaging by operating equipment and performing examinations for medical diagnosis. Sonographers have an in-depth knowledge of physics, disease processes, physiology, cross-sectional anatomy, positioning and sonographic techniques necessary to create ultrasound images. Knowledge of darkroom techniques, equipment maintenance, record keeping, and film processing are also part of the job.
Organization
Maricopa Community Colleges
Maricopa Community Colleges is a community college system serving Tempe, Arizona, and surrounding communities through 10 colleges and 31 satellite locations. Its career-focused offerings span Certified Nursing Assistant, Cosmetology, Cybersecurity, Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG), and Emergency Medical Technician training, among other fields. The system offers more than 600 degree programs, including associate degrees, bachelor's degrees, certificates, microcredentials, and accelerated programs. Educational options include university transfer partners and guided pathways, along with industry training and innovation initiatives connected to healthcare, information technology, construction, advanced manufacturing, hospitality, and other sectors. Maricopa Community Colleges also provides student support services and first-generation student resources as part of its broad educational model.