Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Interest FormWhy Study Diagnostic Medical Sonography
A Medical Sonographer is a highly skilled healthcare professional specializing in the use of ultrasound technology to create images of internal body structures.
Sonographers are more than technical operators; they also assume the critical role of diagnosticians. To effectively fulfill this diagnostic responsibility, sonographers must possess an in-depth comprehension of anatomy, physiology, and pathology.
This knowledge combined with extensive hands-on clinical experience empowers them to discern and evaluate ultrasound images in real-time to reach a probable diagnosis by applying their clinical judgement.
Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) remains an exciting career path ideally suited for individuals prepared to thrive in a challenging yet rewarding healthcare environment.
About the Program
The DMS program has established an exceptional standing in both the local community and throughout California, renowned for its delivery of exceptionally skilled technologists.
The program consists of 18 consecutive months of rigorous instruction, encompassing lectures, practical scanning exercises within our on-campus laboratory, and closely supervised clinical training at affiliated hospitals.
After the successful completion of these 18 months, students attain an A.S. degree.
Our program has established partnerships with several prestigious Bay Area hospitals. Over the duration of the program, our students actively participate in rotations at these renowned healthcare institutions. This broad spectrum of exposure equips them with specialized expertise in areas such as Abdomen, Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Vascular Sonography ensuring they are well-prepared to excel in the ARDMS national registry examination.
Our program takes pride in its exceptional track record, exemplified by a 100% pass rate in ARDMS registry exam, and a 100% success rate in job placements.
A diagnostic medical sonography career is for you if you are a health care professional who cares about people and who also enjoys working with highly technical equipment.
If this describes you then join us and become a valuable member of the health care professional team known as the Diagnostic Medical Sonographer.
Degrees & Certificates
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For program requirements and full course listings, view Diagnostic Medical Sonography degrees and certificates information.
Associate in Science for Transfer
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Associate in Science
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography, AS Program Map
After successfully completing and graduating from the DMS program, apply to receive an AS degree by following Steps to Petition for Your Degree.
Certificate of Achievement (CA)
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography, CA Program Map
Students who successfully complete the program will be awarded a "Certificate of Program Completion" and become eligible to take the ARDMS board examination to earn credentials in Abdomen and Ob/Gyn.
Quick Look at Diagnostic Medical Sonography Courses
For a quick look at Diagnostic Medical Sonography courses at Foothill, see list below. For complete course details, including units, hours and prerequisites, view course catalog. For when a course is offered, view class schedule. [Link to dept schedule]
- DMS 50A Diagnostic Medical Sonography Principles & Protocols
- DMS 50B Sonography & Patient Care
- DMS 51A Sectional Anatomy
- DMS 52A Physical Principles of Diagnostic Medical Sonography I
- DMS 52B Physical Principles of Diagnostic Medical Sonography II
- DMS 52C Physical Principles of Diagnostic Medical Sonography III
- DMS 53A Diagnostic Medical Sonography I
- DMS 53B Diagnostic Medical Sonography II
- DMS 53C Diagnostic Medical Sonography III
- DMS 54A Gynecology
- DMS 54B Gynecology & Obstetrics
- DMS 55A Obstetrics I
- DMS 55B Obstetrics II
- DMS 56A Vascular Sonography
- DMS 56B Advanced Applications of Vascular Technology
- DMS 60A Critique & Pathology I
- DMS 60B Critique & Pathology II
- DMS 60C Critique & Pathology III
- DMS 60D Critique & Pathology IV
- DMS 60E Critique & Pathology V
- DMS 60F Critique & Pathology VI
- DMS 70A Clinical Preceptorship I
- DMS 70B Clinical Preceptorship II
- DMS 70C Clinical Preceptorship III
- DMS 70D Clinical Preceptorship IV
- DMS 70E Clinical Preceptorship V
- DMS 72A Diagnostic Medical Sonography Procedures & Applications
- DMS 80A Advanced Sonographic Principles
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