Medical sonographers specialize in diagnostic imaging procedures that assist in a physicians’ diagnoses. Sonographers use high-frequency sound waves that are collected back into the machine as echoes and forms that can be recorded for interpretation and diagnosis by a physician. Medical sonographers examine the screen during a scan for visual cues that may indicate unhealthy areas to determine which scans to show the physician.

The Medical Sonography program at SPCC is designed to provide the knowledge and skills needed to sit for the examinations administered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers.

Admission to this program occurs once a year, the application date will be January 12th, 2024 for a program start date of May 2024. Students must complete all General Education courses listed in the Medical Sonography Admission Booklet prior to submitting the Phase II application. For a complete listing of pre-requisites, admission requirements, class listing, and estimated program cost see the Medical Sonography  Admission Booklet.