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Title

Sonography-Echocardiography Technology

介绍

This two-year associate degree program blends coursework with real-world clinical experiences to fully prepare you for a successful career in the high-dem和 healthcare specialty of echocardiography.

度

Sonography - Echocardiography Technology

学位:

Associate of Applied Science (AAS)

地点:

费格斯瀑布校区

学分:

概述

项目概述

Join the fast-growing career field of echocardiography with this two-year associate degree program. Begin seeking employment immediately after graduation or transfer to a university to advance your studies in the field.

Echocardiography (ultrasound of the heart) is a noninvasive imaging technology that uses sound waves to visualize internal body tissue 和 organs to help diagnose 和 monitor disease. 作为一名超声心动图医师, you’ll work alongside physicians 和 other healthcare professionals to diagnose 和 treat heart 和 vascular conditions in patients of all ages. You’ll also work with patients 和 families to promote patient health, safety 和 recovery.

Our Sonography-Echocardiography Technology program offers comprehensive, real-world training with clinical rotations that give you practical experience with state-of-the-art equipment 和 technology under the guidance of working healthcare professionals. Upon successful completion of these clinical experiences 和 coursework for the program, you’ll have developed the minimum knowledge 和 competencies to sit for registry exams in the echocardiography profession.

你将学习:

How to participate as an active healthcare team member, demonstrating professional 和 ethical behavior, communication 和 collaboration
Proficient use of echocardiography technology, equipment, supplies 和 instruments
How to respect 和 maintain patient dignity, rights 和 beliefs
Problem-solving 和 critical thinking skills to improve the health of patients

奖学金/成本

M州 has one of the lowest tuition rates in Minnesota, 多亏了资助, scholarships 和 sponsorships, more than half of all M州 students have a completely tuition-free experience.

Learn all about our low tuition rates 和 fees at 详细的费用. To explore financial aid options, visit 支付大学学费. We also offer Zero Textbook 成本 programs 和 courses, which can save you substantial money on books; learn more at z度.

基金会奖学金

M州's two foundations award more than $280,000 in student scholarships each year. You may be eligible — learn more at 基金会.

员工发展奖学金

More than 40 programs at M州 offer 员工发展奖学金 to new students. See if your program is eligible 和 apply at 员工发展奖学金.

Business 和 Industry Sponsorships

M州 collaborates with local businesses to offer valuable student support, 比如经济援助, 实习, part-time jobs 和 full-time career opportunities. 详情请浏览 Business 和 Industry Partner Sponsorships.

样本类

ECHO1100 - Adult Echocardiography I

学分:

3 (3/0/0)

This course will cover the anatomy of the cardiovascular system. Students will learn the cardiac cycle, 包括事件定时, 心脏和血管压力, cardiac chamber quantification, 和电生理学. Also included in this course is an introduction to the two-dimensional ultrasound appearance of cardiac anatomy, including abnormalities detected by adult transthoracic echocardiography.

ECHO1105 - Adult Echocardiography Lab I

学分:

3 (0/3/0)

This course provides h和s-on learning in an echocardiography laboratory as simulated in a clinical environment. Students familiarize with ultrasound imaging equipment, 系统控制, 传感器的位置, 和 scanning techniques following an adult transthoracic echocardiography exam protocol.

与教师见面

额外的细节

Our Associate of Applied Science degree programs make it possible for you to seamlessly transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue an advanced degree. There are many advantages of beginning your postsecondary studies at M州, including cost savings due to our low tuition rate 和 smaller class sizes with personalized instruction. Learn more about your transfer options at Transfer Programs 和 Pathways.

Background Check, Immunization Requirements

Students in this program must meet criminal background check requirements 和 have current immunizations. Requirements are outlined in the program application.