Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Prepare for a career as a sonographer with the Bachelor of Science in Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences with a specialization in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS). As a sonographer, you will integrate complex knowledge and advanced technical skills in the imaging of internal structures, and utilize advanced critical thinking skills to help assess function and determine the presence of disease processes in the human body. Work directly with patients with compassion, competence and concern as you fulfill a key role of the care team.

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS DEGREE PLAN ADVISING APPLY

Curriculum

Upon completing the prerequisite courses at Oakland University, you will apply for a hospital-based accredited sonography program that combines rigorous academic coursework and clinical experiences at various hospital and clinical settings. When you graduate with this degree, you will be qualified to apply for various national certification exams in diagnostic medical sonography. Our program ensures that you are well-prepared for your new career.

Experience-Based Learning

The OU Pledge is our commitment to provide experience-based and hands-on learning through participation in programs, student and professional organizations, research, community engagement and more.

Possibilities include:

Clinical rotations at an accredited hospital-based sonography program (acceptance is competitive and not guaranteed)
Medical Imaging Science Society
Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences Society
Community Health Engagement and Empowerment Research (CHEER) Lab
ECLIPSE Leadership Initiative

Affiliations

Henry Ford Hospital School of Diagnostic Medical Sonography School

24-month, accredited program
Hospital setting
Clinical hours scheduled at various Henry Ford Health locations
Sonography specializations: Abdominal, Obstetrical & Gynecological, Musculoskeletal

Henry Ford Providence Southfield Hospital School of Diagnostic Medical Sonography

21-month, accredited program
Hospital setting
Clinical hours at various Ascension hospital locations
Sonography specializations: Abdominal, Obstetrical & Gynecological, Vascular

Accreditation

The professional and clinical programs affiliated with OU are accredited, upon recommendation of the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRCDMS), by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).

Career Outlook

Areas of work: a variety of health care settings under a radiologist
Median annual salary: $70,000
Expected growth in the next decade: 14% (much faster than average)

Sara Rivard, MA, RT(R)(CT)(ARRT)
Coordinator - Medical Imaging Sciences
Special Instructor - Radiologic Technology
[email protected]

Academic Advising
3070 Human Health Building
[email protected]
(248) 370-2369

School of Health Sciences

Academic Advising
3070 Human Health Building
433 Meadow Brook Road
Rochester, MI 48309-4452
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(248) 370-2369

Dean's Office
Human Health Building
(248) 370-3562
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