Diagnostic Medical Sonography

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Sonography (ultrasound) uses sound waves to create images inside the body. These images help healthcare providers diagnose and monitor medical conditions.

Sonographers typically work in hospitals, outpatient imaging centers, and doctors’ offices.

The median annual salary for sonographers is about $89,000 with a job outlook of 13% (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics).

Yes. The program is accredited by CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs).

Graduating from an accredited program meets national standards and is often required or preferred by employers.

The program is 14 months long and begins each June.

The application opens in the fall and has a set deadline each year.
👉 See the DMS application page for exact dates.

Up to 25 students are accepted each year.

• General Sonography (abdomen and OB/GYN)
• Vascular Sonography

No. You may complete them one at a time.

Lecture courses are online. Clinical rotations are completed in person at an approved site near you.

• First-time students earn the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree
• If you return later for a second concentration, you will earn a certificate

To apply, you must have:

• An Associate or Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
• All prerequisite courses completed with a “C” or better:
  • College Algebra
  • English Composition or Public Speaking
  • Anatomy & Physiology (within the last 5 years)
  • Medical Terminology
  • Physics
• Hands-on patient care experience

You must also have at least 6 months of hands-on patient care experience within the past 2 years.
Accepted examples include:

• Radiography, Nursing, Respiratory Therapy, CNA, PCT, EMT, Paramedic, Imaging Assistant
  Not accepted:
• Dental Assistant, Pharmacy Tech, Phlebotomy Tech, Optometry Tech, Veterinary Tech

👉 If your experience is not listed, email a description to: dmsprogram@student.labette.edu

You must still meet all program requirements. Additional coursework may be required if previous credits do not meet LCC requirements.

• Fall & Spring: 24 hours per week
• Summer: 32 hours per week

Schedules may vary depending on the clinical site.

You must complete an observation at a potential clinical site.

• If the site is willing to accept you, LCC will begin the approval process
• If not, you must observe at another site

⚠️ Clinical placement is limited and not guaranteed

No. Clinicals are completed at an approved site near your location.

The total cost ranges from $14,000 to $20,000 depending on residency and concentration.

Yes. Financial aid and scholarships may be available depending on eligibility