Ultrasound technicians can specialize in certain types of body imaging.
A degree as a medical assistant or in a health sciences discipline from an accredited institution provides training using ultrasound equipment and allows the graduate the flexibility to pursue various avenues in health care. While no online degrees specifically grant certification as an ultrasound technician, it is possible to become an ultrasound technician by enrolling in a online health-related degree program and completing the program's in-person clinical training. This training prepares students to sit for certification exams. No ultrasound technician program can be completed solely online.
Kaplan University
Kaplan University offers online degrees in medical assisting, which will allow a student to perform a variety of functions in the medical field including working as an ultrasound technician. Curriculum in medical assisting will take a student through human anatomy, medical systems operation, and procedures. Classes are offered exclusively online, however students must complete a clinical element to the degree program which will give them the hands-on work experience necessary to pass certification exams and to be marketable to hospitals and other health care institutions. Kaplan University is accredited though the Higher Learning Commission as a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Kaplan University
Davenport Campus
1801 East Kimberly Road
Suite 1
Davenport, IA 52807
563-355-3500
kaplanuniversity.edu
South University
South University's online bachelor of science degree in health sciences or an associate's degree in medical assisting prepare students to work in a variety of roles in the health care industry, including as a general ultrasound technician. The program's core curriculum will give the student a proper foundation in math and science, with more focused training in the areas of health care systems and equipment which will prepare a graduate for entry-level positions (such as an ultrasound technician) in hospitals, private health clinics, and other medical institutions. South University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
South University
9 Science Court
Columbia, SC 29203
800-799-9082
southuniversity.edu
Rasmussen College
Online associate's degrees in medical assisting are available through Rasmussen College. Curriculum in anatomy, science, and non-critical medical procedures will prepare a student for an entry-level position in a hospital or other medical facility as an ultrasound technician or other assistant level position, and to take national certification exams to become a certified medical assistant. To complete the program, students must complete a portion of study in-residence at a hospital or participating medical facility to qualify for certification. Rasmussen College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Rasmussen College
8565 Eagle Point Circle
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
651-259-6600
rasmussen.edu
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