Diagnostic medical sonography
programs are available in Illinois.
Diagnostic medical sonographers use complex ultrasound equipment to capture visual images of the body to assist physicians in identifying and treating medical conditions and diseases. According to the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, there are currently seven schools in Illinois that provide training in diagnostic medical sonography. Graduates are prepared to sit the licensure examination administered by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
Harper College
Harper College offers an associate in applied science degree program in diagnostic medical sonography. Prerequisite course work in English, chemistry, anatomy, physiology and math with a grade of C or better is required for admission. This is followed by three semesters of course work, including medical terminology, ultrasound physics and instrumentation, vascular sonography, ECG and stress testing, pharmacology, pharmacology and laboratory techniques.
Harper College
1200 W. Algonquin Rd
Palentine, IL 60067-7398
847-925-6991
harpercollege.edu
College of DuPage
Two program options are available at the College of DuPage: an advanced certificate in diagnostic medical imaging sonography and an advanced certificate in diagnostic medical imaging vascular sonography. Both programs are designed for graduates of two-year allied healthcare programs, such as clinical laboratory science, radiologic technology or physical therapy. A cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 is also required for admission.
College of DuPage
425 Fawell Blvd
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
630-942-2436
cod.edu
John A. Logan College
The John A. Logan College offers both an associate in applied science with a specialization in diagnostic cardiac sonography and an advanced certificate in cardiac sonography. Both programs are designed specifically for candidates interested in careers as cardiac ultrasound specialists. Course work includes cardiac anatomy and physiology, medical physics and instrumentation, cardiac imaging and practical laboratory training.
John A. Logan College
700 Logan College Road
Carterville, IL 62918
618-985-2828
jalc.edu
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
The School of Diagnostic Medical Sonography at Northwestern Memorial Hospital offers an 18-month certificate of completion program. Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Science degree or two-year credential in a field related to patient care, such as nursing or respiratory therapy, with a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Students receive extensive on site training in both general sonography applications and obstetric and gynecological ultrasound.
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
541 North Fairbanks Court, Suite 950
Chicago, IL 60611
312-926-1196
nmh.org
Rush University
Rush University offers a Bachelor of Science with a major in vascular ultrasound for students interest in specializing in the imaging of arteries, veins and blood flow. This program consists of two years of general education and prerequisite coursework in liberal arts and sciences. Upper-level course work includes vascular anatomy, venous and arterial procedures, cerebrovascular sonography, transcranial procedures, abdominal vascular ultrasound and practical training in a clinical setting.
Rush University
600 S. Paulina, Suite 1019A
Chicago, IL
312-942-7286
rush.edu
Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
A diagnostic medical sonography specialization is available during the final year of the four-year Bachelor of Science in radiologic sciences degree program at Southern Illinois University at Carbondale. After completing prerequisite course work in the liberal arts and sciences and major course work in radiology and radiography, students receive training in ultrasound physics and instrumentation, sectional anatomy, obstetric and gynecological sonography, abdominal sonography and clinical applications.
Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
1220 Douglas Drive
Carbondale, IL 62901
618-453-4980
siuc.edu
Triton College
Triton College offers both an associate in applied science degree and a certificate in diagnostic medical sonography. Candidates must complete prerequisite course work in biology, math, physics and chemistry with an average grade of C or higher. Students receive extensive theoretical and clinical training, with course work in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, ultrasound physics, abdominal sonography, obstetric and gynecological sonography, first aid training, imaging, pathology, ultrasound interpretation and hands-on practice.
Triton College
2000 Fifth Ave
River Grove, IL 60171
708-456-0300
triton.edu
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