Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Diagnostic Medical Sonography] From Quinnipiac University

As a diagnostic medical sonographer, you?ll perform and interpret ultrasound scans to help physicians diagnose a range of diseases, assist surgeons with biopsies and track the health and growth of developing fetuses. Our Bachelor?s degree program, the first and only one of its kind in Connecticut, teaches you sophisticated sonographic procedures and technology, as well as the interpersonal skills necessary to work directly with patients in a range of settings, from physician?s offices and OB/GYN clinics to hospitals and diagnostic laboratories.

Our program gives you the opportunity for clinical training in a variety of sub-specialties, including OB/GYN, breast, vascular, abdominal and musculoskeletal imaging. These options enable you to pursue multiple credentials in the field, increasing the number of jobs for which you qualify.

In your sophomore year, During the professional component of the program, you?ll complete more than 1900 hours of clinical field experience across five separate rotations. Your clinical education takes place in any of 20 affiliated locations across the state, including Diagnostic Imaging Associates, Gaylord Hospital, Whitney Medical Imaging and Southern Connecticut Vascular Center.?Upon degree completion, students will be adequately prepared to challenge numerous ARDMS certification exams.