Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program

The field of Diagnostic Medical Sonography is growing rapidly, creating a high demand for skilled sonographers. BCHS offers students the opportunity to earn a Bachelor of Health Science degree with a major in Diagnostic Medical Sonography.  

Program Mission 

The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Degree Program of Baptist College of Health Sciences will provide an excellent educational program in a strength based environment to prepare students to enter the dynamic field of diagnostic medical sonography

Program Educational Outcomes

Upon completion of the course of study in the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program, graduates will:

• Function as a knowledgeable entry-level sonographer
• Demonstrate clinical proficiency of sonographic procedures
• Exhibit behavior skills that reflect professionalism, effective communication, and time management skillsreflects professionalism, effective communication skills, ethical care, and compassionate care

Program Accreditation

The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) on recommendation by the Joint Review Committee on Education Programs in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRC-DMS). The program at BCHS is accredited in both the general and vascular concentrations.

• CAAHEP (1361 Park Street, Clearwater, FL 33756, 727-210-2350, www.caahep.org)

• JRC-DMS (6021 University Blvd. Suite 500, Ellicott City, MD 21043, 443-973-3251, www.jrcdms.org