2362: A.S. Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technology (77 Credit Hours)
CIP: 51.0910
FL CIP: 1351091004
SOC: 29-2031, 29-2032
This is a limited-access program. Please consult CF.edu/LimitedAccess for information on limited-access programs.
This 77-credit hour Associate in Science degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technology at CF provides a quality comprehensive, competency-based education to prepare graduates for immediate employment in the profession of medical imaging as an entry-level sonographer. Graduates can be employed in hospitals, medical centers, clinics, outpatient centers and OB/GYN offices.
The program utilizes the cohort education model. Students in a cohort will advance through the Sonography curriculum at the same pace and learn the content at the same time. This model allows for shared learning and critical analysis, relationship building on a personal and professional level, ongoing peer support, customized instruction and learning resources based on the needs of the cohort members.
Upon completion of the program, students will be eligible to sit for the national credential examinations given by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography in the Abdomen and OB/GYN specialties.
Important Note: For Fall 2024, all CF Sonography applicants must meet one the following admissions criteria to be eligible to apply for the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technology program:
- Must have a bachelor’s degree (any major) or foreign degree equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in the U.S. or Canada
OR
- Must be a graduate of an accredited single two-year allied health education program that is patient-care related. Allied health occupations include, but are not limited to, diagnostic medical sonographer, radiologic technologist, respiratory therapist, occupational therapist, physical therapist, registered nurse, etc.
Fall 2025 admissions criteria may differ.
This program is eligible for federal and state financial aid. Contact the Financial Aid Office for further information about your individual eligibility.
The Economic Security Report provides students, parents and others with employment, earnings and other outcome information on graduates of Florida’s public institutions of higher education, e.g., State University System, Florida College System and District Technical Centers. To view the report, please go to https://pr.cf.edu/files/community/economic-security-report.pdf.
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