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Overview Preparing you with hands-on, clinical training to help othersDiagnostic medical sonography (DMS) is a multi-specialty profession which utilizes high frequency sound waves to image the human body. Sonographers use their knowledge of anatomy, physiology and applied critical thinking to assess function and the presence of disease processes. Sonographers work under the guidance of an interpreting physician in a variety of health care settings. The Diagnostic Medical Sonography program of Concordia University Wisconsin includes two years of core requirements and prerequisite classes specific to the major. Qualified candidates must then apply to the DMS program. Two learning tracks/concentrations are available to CUW students: 1) General/Vascular and 2) Cardiac/Vascular. Students that choose to apply to the General/Vascular concentration are first considered by the CUW DMS program. Applicants not selected by the CUW DMS program are then forwarded to our partner program, Advocate Aurora Health (Aurora St Luke’s Medical Center). Students that choose the Cardiac Vascular concentration will apply through our partner program, Advocate Aurora Health (Aurora St Luke’s Medical Center).Why Choose Sonography?Interested in human anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, technology, and patient careBeing a key member of a health care teamProviding one on one care to a variety of peopleUsing high tech instrumentation to create images of the human body to assist in medical diagnosisCommitment to lifelong learning in a rapidly growing health care professionProjected job growth for sonographers is 17% (much faster than average) between 2016-2026 according to the Bureau of Labor StatisticsDesigned 4 year completion in a growing market with a competitive salary. 2017 median wage level for a diagnostic medical sonographer according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics is reported to be $71,410 with a range between $50,000 and $99,840.CUW Diagnostic Medical Sonography ProgramThe didactic portion of the program is conducted within CUW at the Miller Park Way location and the clinical coursework is conducted at our clinical affiliates in southeastern Wisconsin. The program offers education and learning concentrations in General/Vascular Sonography.As a student, you will receive a strong liberal arts education in a Christian setting. You will obtain the necessary preparation for your career through clinical experience in a medical setting. Students who graduate with a bachelor's degree in diagnostic medical sonography have an opportunity to specialize in the following areas of sonography: obstetric and gynecologic, abdominal sonography, breast sonography, and vascular technology.At Concordia, you will experience:Small class sizes enrich learning and professional growthIntegrated didactic, hands-on and clinical training to enhance learningOn-campus ultrasound lab dedicated to training sonography studentsDiverse clinical rotations encompassing all specialties100% program completion rate100% of our graduates successfully obtain credentialing within one year100% positive job placement rate within 6 months of graduationWhat to expectThrough our DMS program you will learn how to:Analyze technical informationIdentify sonographic anatomy and pathologyOperate high tech ultrasound systemsProvide quality patient careCollaborate with other health care service providersCareersNuclear Medicine TechOphthalmic TechRadiologic Tech I want to find another Bachelor Course

Gain advanced insights to the inner workings of the body with the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program of Concordia University Wisconsin.

Disciplines

Health Sciences

Requirements

Academic Requirements

gpa

English Requirements

PTEMin 55
IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 61

Other Requirements

1Completion of the pre-clinical required courses with a minimum of a 3.0 cumulative GPACompletion of coursework in a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program with 100 documented hours of patient care workSubmission of a personal essay on why the applicant chose a career in sonographyProfessional and/or academic referencesA minimum of 8 hours of job shadowing, 4 in general ultrasound and 4 hours in echocardiographyCompletion and submission of the application formPlease note: The time commitment for the CUW DMS program is 40 hours per week for didactic coursework and clinical hours. This does not include time for travel or study. Due to the demanding schedule, it is recommended that DMS students restrict or eliminate employment during their schooling to promote success in the program.

Diagnostic Medical Sonography