Diagnostic Medical Sonography Echocardiography

Cardiac Sonographers give doctors the ability to help patients from the inside out.

  • Accelerated 24-month program
  • 1,320-hour externship
  • Associate Degree of Applied Science

Application Review Starts April 15th

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Cardiac Sonographers, or Echocardiographers, have one of the most important jobs in healthcare: helping doctors diagnose heart disease without invasive testing.

The two-year Diagnostic Medical Sonography Echocardiography program focuses on training students to perform sonographic examinations of a patient’s heart, including the chambers, walls, valves, and blood vessels of the heart. To make sure students receive a well-rounded education that prepares them for the future, the program also features other essential healthcare training in patient care techniques, medical and legal ethics, interpersonal communication, and professional development. Students of the program will gain experience through clinical training and have the opportunity to sit for board exams. Graduates will have the basic skills required to become employed as entry level Cardiac Sonographers.

Why Caris College?

At Caris College, we treat our students like family by offering an ideal combination of small class sizes, flexible schedules, and a fast track to the career of your dreams. Our dedicated team of experienced instructors put you first and provide care, encouragement, and hands-on training in a working clinical lab setting. If you're ready to commit to a future that's all about caring for others, we're committed to helping you get there.

Why Diagnostic Medical Sonography?

The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Echocardiography program takes place in our on-campus clinical lab for the first year and the second year is primarily clinical externships, where students receive hands-on training from supportive, knowledgeable instructors with real-life experience in the healthcare industry. Program curriculum combines classroom and hands-on practical training in the following areas:

  • How to perform, analyze, and interpret echocardiogram tests
  • Method for producing real-time images of cardiac structures to assist physicians in diagnosing cardiovascular disease
  • Evaluating blood flow, valve function, and chamber size to determine the overall condition of the heart
  • Identifying cardiac abnormalities, chronic heart conditions, narrowed or leaking heart valves, and associated complications
  • Assessing the heart for causes of murmurs, chest pain, or shortness of breath

Jumpstart Your Career in Healthcare

Graduates of the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Echocardiography program will be eligible to take the Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) exam through Cardiac Credentialing International (CCI) and will be prepared to launch their careers as entry-level Cardiac Sonographers in:

  • Hospitals
  • Outpatient Clinics
  • Diagnostic Imaging Centers
  • Healthcare Clinics
  • Mobile Units

Our Process

4 Easy Steps
to become a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Thousands of our students have launched their careers as diagnostic medical sonographers with our programs.
Follow these steps, and you can join them.

Step 1:

Learn more

Share your name, email, and phone number to take the first step toward your future and learn more about which of our programs is right for you.

Step 2:

We contact you

A member of our dedicated admissions staff will reach out by call, email, or text to answer any questions you have about program options, admission requirements, and next steps.

Step 3:

Schedule an appointment and tour

Meet with an admissions representative at a time that works for you to discuss the details and ensure Caris College is the right fit. Then schedule a tour and get a firsthand look at our facilities.

Step 4:

Submit application

Once you’ve completed a campus tour and your questions have been answered, the exciting journey toward your new career and life at Caris College can begin. Submit your application and secure your seat.