Diagnostic Cardiovascular Sonography (DCVS) - A.A.S. 学位/证书
Improve Patient Care by Becoming a Sonographer
Sonography is the use of high-frequency sound waves, also known as ultrasound, to observe the internal world of the human body. Sonographers are on the front line of early detection and evaluation of cancer, women’s health issues, heart defects, arterial 堵塞，还有更多.
If you are compassionate, flexible, detail-oriented, and like working in a fast-paced and caring environment, you might be a good fit as a Sonographer.
ACC offers three options to help you get started on y我们的 Sonography career. 为期两年的 Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) program prepares you for a health career in 要么 Adult Echocardiography, Pediatric Echocardiography, or Vascular Sonography which are branches of Diagnostic Medical Sonography. Upon graduation, you will possess the skills necessary to perform ultrasound and related diagnostic exams of the heart 或者血管.
会话信息
Attend an information session to learn more about the Diagnostic Cardiovascular Sonography program and meet 我们的 staff.
Career Opportunities
Sonographers typically work in hospitals, but they may also work in physician offices, diagnostic centers, ultrasound equipment vendors as sales or application specialists, mobile services, and contract agencies.
For more information on career opportunities in Diagnostic Cardiovascular Sonography, 请访问 职业教练 where you can explore the local job market, take a career assessment, and build a 的简历.
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我将学习什么?
The DCVS program curriculum is composed of didactic instruction, hands-on laboratory, practice, individual outside scanning practice, and supervised external clinical experience. You will learn electrical diagnostics of the heart such as EKG (electrocardiogram), Holter Monitoring, and Stress Testing. During the freshmen year, you will be eligible to take the CCT (Certified Cardiographic Technician) and/or CRAT (Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician) exam available from CCI (Cardiovascular Credentialing International) enabling you to have a first credential. This will allow you to work y我们的 way through the remainder of the program in the healthcare setting as an EKG, Monitor/Telemetry, or Stress Testing technician. This early credential can alleviate some expenses and also help you gain valuable experience in a hospital setting making it easier to find employment since you will already have y我们的 foot in the door.
Curriculum Guide - Diagnostic Cardiovascular Sonography (DCVS) - A.A.S. 学位/证书
*How Much Will the Program Cost?
Approximate yearly costs for the Diagnostic Cardiovascular Sonography 学位 program are $4,479 for in-district students and $7,404 for those out-of-district. This includes tuition and fees for DCVS c我们的ses. Additional fees for textbooks, supplies, uniforms, testing, vaccinations, insurance, and graduation are approximately $4,379.
For more information on education costs, payment options, payment plans, deadlines 更多信息，请访问我们的 学费和杂费 section.
Financial assistance is available for those who qualify. For more information, visit 我们的 金融援助 section.
*Alvin Community College may change tuition rates and other fees without notice or when so directed by the Board of Regents.
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