
Using ultrasound technology to create images for assessment and diagnosis.
A diagnostic medical sonographer is a highly skilled professional who provides patient care services. The sonographer uses specialized sonographic equipment to create images of structures within the human body. Sonographers have direct patient contact and may provide this service in a variety of medical settings where the physician is responsible for the use of and interpretation of appropriate procedures. LLCC’s program prepares students to secure their American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography credentials and entry-level work in the abdomen and obstetrics/gynecology specialty areas. Vascular instruction is also included in the coursework.
Accreditation
The DMS program will be seeking accreditation with the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.
Program outcomes
May 2023 graduates
ABD credential
Number of students taking ABD credential – 1
Number earning ABD credential from ARDMS – 1
Number earning ABD credential from ARRT – 0
Total number earning ABD credential – 1
ABD credential success rate – 100%
OBGYN credential
Number of students taking OBGYN credential – 1
Number earning OBGYN credential from ARDMS – 1
Number earning OBGYN credential from ARRT – 0
Total number earning OBGYN credential – 1
OBGYN credential success rate – 100%
Job placement rate
Number of graduates in 2023 – 1
Number of graduates employed – 1
Job placement rate – 100%
Retention rate
Number of students admitted – 3
Number of students graduating – 1
Retention rate – 33%
May 2022 graduates
ABD credential
Number of students taking ABD credential – 1
Number earning ABD credential from ARDMS – 0
Number earning ABD credential from ARRT – 0
Total number earning ABD credential – 0
ABD credential success rate – 0
OBGYN credential
Number of students taking OBGYN credential – 2
Number earning OBGYN credential from ARDMS – 2
Number earning OBGYN credential from ARRT – 0
Total number earning OBGYN credential – 2
OBGYN credential success rate – 100%
Job placement rate
Number of graduates in 2022 – 3
Number of graduates employed – 2
Job placement rate – 67%
Retention rate
Number of students admitted – 3
Number of students graduating – 3
Retention rate – 100%