Associate of Applied Science Degree
Code: 109
Not designed as a Transfer Program
Purpose: The purpose of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program at PVCC is to prepare competent, entry-level sonographers in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains using effective imaging techniques, critical thinking and communication skills, and professionalism for the following concentrations, it offers Abdominal Sonography - Extended, Obstetrics and Gynecology Sonography. Graduates of the program will be eligible to take the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) exam.
Admission Requirements: In addition to admission to the College, there are specific admission requirements for this program. These requirements may change on an annual basis, and students can find the most up-to-date information in the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Admissions Information Book, Fall 2023 Cycle or in the Admission and Advising Center, and in the Health and Life Sciences Division office.
Students in all degree programs are required to take at least one Civic Engagement (CE) course to graduate. For this program the CE course is also DMS 241 .
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