2006-08-10 05:09:16 · 5 answers · asked by verytasty2233 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Ultrasound technicians in the United States should be registered with the ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers). Most insurances will not pay for exams unless performed by a registered technician.
To be qualified to take the ARDMS exam, you must fill certain prerequisits. Find a school that guarantees IN WRITING you will be qualified to set for the exam upon graduation. Most programs take 2 years, including clinical training.
Check our ardms.org
2006-08-10 16:18:14 · answer #1 · answered by Yinzer from Sixburgh 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
At my school, they have a 4 year undergrad degree called Advanced Medical Imaging Technology (AMIT). The first 2 years, you take your basic prerequisite sciences, English, math, humanities, etc. Then in you last 2 years, you get to pick between 3 modes or technology. They currently offer sonography (ultrasound), nuclear medicine, and magnetic resonance. You pick one to focus on during your junior year, and then another during your senior year. During this time, you take a few courses on campus and then you intern at sites in the field. Before graduating, you will sit for the national boards and can get certified in two of the modalities.
There are some schools that just offer training programs for the individual modes. They are usually 1-2 year programs and allow you to sit for certification.
2006-08-10 13:28:18 · answer #2 · answered by smm_8514 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
majoring in radiology at a medial school is definitely the way to go. though this would be after a 4 year undergrad degree. good luck. :)
2006-08-10 13:00:59 · answer #3 · answered by Meg 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes
2006-08-10 12:14:15 · answer #4 · answered by Roxy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
uic
2006-08-10 12:14:16 · answer #5 · answered by roezbuddz77 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋