DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY
Associate in Applied Science
Angelina College Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), 1361 Park St., Clearwater, FL, 33756 (phone: 727-210-2350, web www.caahep.org)
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The college offers a cooperative program with area hospitals that is designed to provide understanding, proficiency, and skill in diagnostic medical sonography. Upon completion of the program, the successful student is awarded an Associate in Applied Science Degree and meets the requirements set by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) to apply for their licensure examination.
The program curriculum provides a balance of didactic and technical courses which affords each student individual opportunities for educational development and clinical competence. The student must achieve a minimum grade of “C” in all sonography courses or be dropped from the program.
Program admission to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program is offered only in even years.
Admission to Diagnostic Medical Sonography
1. Application and acceptance to Angelina College.
2. Must be Texas Success Initiative (TSI) complete.
3. Submit passing THEA scores, proof of exemption, or Accuplacer results in the Sonography Program Application Packet.
4. Attend a sonography information session to obtain a program application and/or information.
5. Program application must be submitted, completed physical health form, receive appropriate immunizations as mandated by the Texas Department of State Health Services for health care workers, and provide proof of current 2 year American Heart Association CPR card no later than June 15th each accepting year for August consideration. All requested information must be received by the program in order for the application to be complete. The hepatitis B series (3 shots in 6 months) must be completed by the first clinical day of the first semester.
6. Official college transcripts must be submitted in the Application Packet. College transfer students must submit official transcripts from all colleges attended.
7. Complete all prerequisite courses prior to designated date:
BIOL 2404 - Human A&P (General)
ENGL 1301 - Composition
PSYC 2301 - General Psychology
MATH 1314 - College Algebra or MATH 1332 Contemporary Math
DMSO 1210 - Introduction to Sonography
DMSO 1302 - Basic Ultrasound Physics
Prerequisite courses may be taken only twice for selection consideration. If a prerequisite course is taken more than twice, only the second grade will be calculated in the cumulative GPA for prerequisite courses. Students who receive a grade of "D" or "F" in DMSO 1210 or DMSO 1302 will not be eligible for consideration.
8. Acceptance into the diagnostic medical sonography program is limited. Applicants will be ranked and selected based on the following criteria:
a. Completion of ALL requirements by published deadlines.
b. Cumulative GPA in BIOL 2404, ENGL 1301, PSYC 2301, MATH 1314 or MATH 1332; DMSO 1210 AND DMSO 1302. Students who receive a grade of "D" or "F" in DMSO 1210 or DMSO 1302 will not be eligible for consideration. Applicants will be ranked according to the cumulative GPA of the prerequisite courses following the completion of the second Summer semester. Twenty (20) applicants with the highest GPA in the prerequisite courses will be scheduled for a personal interview.
c. Program admission is based upon a point value system listed below. The DMS Program currently accepts 8 to 12 students per year based upon the availability of appropriate clinical agencies to support the program’s clinical education.
9. Applicants will be notified on “conditional” acceptance decisions by the end of the second summer session, by posting of the decision on the Health Careers website.
10. Upon “conditional” acceptance to the program, a random drug screen and background check will be done at the student’s expense (approximately $80.00).
11. The drug screen and background check must be successful/negative to receive “full” acceptance into the Sonography program.
Admission Point Value System
After all admission criteria have been satisfied, students will be top-ranked based on the GPA of the six prerequisites. The top 20 students will be interviewed. Eight to twelve students will be selected according to a point value system as follows:
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POSSIBLE POINTS |
1. GPA of six sonography program prerequisites:
Points earned equals GPA multiplied by 5.
|
Maximum 20 |
2. Former Education:
Degree earned from a regionally accredited institution.
M.Ed, MSN, MS
BSRS, BSRN
BS
BA
AAS |
Maximum 5
Maximum 4
Maximum 3
Maximum 2
Maximum 1 |
3. Former College/University Course Work:
Completed with a grade of:
A = 5 points
B = 3 points
C = 1 point
HITT 1305 Medical Terminology
SPCH 1311/1318/1315 (Speech)
PHYS 1305/2425/2426 (Physics) |
Maximum 5
Maximum 5
Maximum 5 |
4. Work Experience:
Health care related (RT, RN, RRT, etc)
> 2 years
2 years
>1 years
1 year
<1 year
A letter from your employer stating date of hire and your daily responsibilities or tasks is required. |
Maximum 5
Maximum 4
Maximum 3
Maximum 2
Maximum 1 |
5. Resident Status:
Resident of Angelina County
Within College Service Area
Out of Service Area
Adjoining state resident |
Maximum 5
Maximum 3
Maximum 2
Maximum 1 |
6. Interview:
Candidates will be interviewed on an individual basis by an interview committee. |
Maximum 40 |
7. Written item responses:
Applicants will compose written responsesat the appointed interview time. |
Maximum 10 |
TOTAL MAXIMUM POINTS = 100
plus any bonus points listed below |
| Bonus Points:
Advanced Allied Health Certifications such as:
(CV)(CT)(MR)(QI)(BD)(T)
(EEG)(Polysomnography)(PPS)(Hyperbaric)
(EMS-Basic)(EMS-Intermediate)(EMS-Paramedic)(ACLS)
Certified Pharmacy Tech, Certified Surgical Tech.
Requires proof of current certification |
Max. 1 per certificate |
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Mission and Philosophy
The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program, in concert with the mission and philosophy of Angelina College, is committed to provide a quality and comprehensive education in general sonography for preparation in the profession. Through didactic information, educational resources, and a variety of clinical experiences, the program is designed to develop competent, responsible, and independent sonography professionals. The program's mission is also supported by a dedicated team of experienced faculty, sonographers, and physicians who encourage and model life long learning in diagnostic medical sonography.
Goals
To provide the highest quality instruction of a curriculum designed to prepare the graduate to demonstrate knowledge, comprehension, application of technical, affective, psychomotor, and critical thinking skills, and competency in the role as an entry level sonographer.
To produce graduates who meet the requirements set by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography certification examination upon completion of the program.
To seek new community partnerships for clinical practice as needs are identified according to student growth and the addition of advanced modality certificate programs.
To provide students with both academic and clinical instruction in the field Diagnostic Medical Sonography in order to meet the employment needs of the graduate and of the medical communities.
To foster and promote a life-long desire for learning and professional growth in each student.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of an Associate of Applied Science degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, the graduate should possess the knowledge and skills to implement safe, competent, entry level skills in sonography. The graduate will accomplish this by the following:
a. Demonstrate entry level competency for employment in the profession.
b. Utilize critical thinking skills and analytic capabilities to ensure production of high quality diagnostic sonograms.
c. Utilize effective oral and written communication.
d. Demonstrate independent judgment and discretion in the technical performance of medical imaging procedures.
e. Demonstrate awareness of the need for life-long learning and professional growth.
State Licensing Requirements
Students considering this program are advised that any conviction of a felony or misdemeanor charge (other than a minor traffic violation/DWI is not a minor traffic violation) can make them ineligible for certification by the ARDMS. The ARDMS is the only agency that can address whether they will or will not allow an individual with a criminal record to write the examination. If in doubt, students should investigate the possibilities with the ARDMS at (301) 738-8401.
Student Accidents:
As a student at Angelina College, you will encounter certain risks while you are enrolled in a classroom, or laboratory experience, or in a clinical or practicum setting. In the event that you sustain an injury and or require any medical testing or care, all resulting medical expenses (hospital, ambulance, or physician fees), are your responsibility and not the responsibility of Angelina College or the clinical/practicum site.
It is recommended that you purchase a student/personal health insurance plan (medical and hospitalization) if you are not covered by a group health insurance plan.
Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Associate of Applied Science Program
2010-2011
Curriculum Outline
First Semester |
| Semester/Course |
Lec Hrs |
Cont Hrs |
Credit Hrs |
| Summer Session I |
| ENGL 1301 Composition |
3 |
64 |
3 |
MATH 1314 College Algebra or
MATH 1332 (Contemporary Math) |
3 |
48 |
3 |
| PSYC 2301 General Psychology |
3 |
48 |
3 |
|
9 |
160 |
9 |
| Summer Session II |
DMSO 1210 Introduction to Sonography |
2 |
32 |
2 |
DMSO 1302 Basic Ultrasound Physics |
3 |
48 |
3 |
BIOL 2404 General Human Anatomy and Physiology |
3 |
80 |
4 |
|
8 |
160 |
9 |
| Fall Semester |
| STSU 0X00 Student Development* |
3* |
48* |
3* |
DMSO 1360 Clinical-DMS/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician-Clinical I |
0 |
256 |
3 |
| DMSO 1342 Intermediate Ultrasound Physics |
3 |
48 |
3 |
| DMSO 1351 Sonographic Sectional Anatomy |
3 |
48 |
3 |
| DMSO 1405 Sonography of Abdominopelvic Cavity |
3 |
109 |
4 |
|
12 |
461 |
13 |
Spring Semester |
DMSO 1361 Clinical-DMS/Sonographer and Ultrasound
Technician-Clinical II |
0 |
256 |
3 |
| DMSO 2353 Sonography of Superficial Structures |
3 |
48 |
3 |
| DMSO 2405 Sonography of Obstetrics/Gynecology |
4 |
128 |
4 |
SPCH 1318 Interpersonal Communication or
SPCH 1315 Public Speaking |
3 |
48 |
3 |
|
9 |
480 |
13 |
*Local Developmental Course |
|
|
|
| Summer Session I |
Program Students and Faculty are off this semester. |
|
|
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| Summer Session II |
| DMSO 1362 Clinical-DMS/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician-Clinical III |
0 |
192 |
3 |
| Fall Semester- Second Year |
| DMSO 2342 Sonography of High Risk Obstetrics |
3 |
48 |
3 |
| DMSO 2351 Doppler Physics |
3 |
112 |
3 |
| DMSO 2460 Clinical-DMS/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician-Clinical IV |
0 |
384 |
4 |
Humanities & Visual Arts (3 hours)
ARTS 1301, DRAM 1310, MUSI 1310, MUSI 1306, ENGL 2322, 2323, 2326 9 26 560 13 |
3 |
48 |
3 |
|
9 |
560 |
13 |
| Spring Semester |
| DSVT 1300 Principles of Vascular Technology |
3 |
112 |
3 |
| DMSO 2230 Advanced Ultrasound and Review |
2 |
32 |
2 |
| DMSO 1355 Sonographic Pathophysiology |
3 |
48 |
3 |
DMSO 2461 Clinical-DMS/Sonographer and Ultrasound
Technician-Clinical V |
0 |
384 |
4 |
|
8 |
544 |
12 |
Grand Total |
56 |
2496 |
72 |
Total Clinical Hours |
1,472 (59% of the curriculum) |
Clinical Facilities
Lufkin:
Memorial Health System of East Texas
Frank & Franklin
P.O. Box 1447
Lufkin, Texas 75901
(936) 634-8111
www.memorialhealth.org
Woodland Heights Medical Center
500 Gaslight Blvd.
Lufkin, Texas 75901
(936) 634-8311
www.woodlandheights.net
Nacogdoches:
Memorial Hospital
1204 Mound Street
Nacogdoches, Texas 75961
(936) 564-4611
www.nacmem.org
Nacogdoches Medical Center
4920 NE Stallings Drive
Nacogdoches, Texas 75961
(936) 569-9481
www.nacmedicalcenter.com
Livingston:
Memorial Medical Center - Livingston
1717 HWY 59 Bypass
Livingston, Texas 77351
(936) 327-4381
www.memorialhealth.org
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