Diagnostic Medical Sonography

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

The application period for the Bachelor degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography is January 20th - April 1st. 


Applicants for the Bachelor degree must meet the following criteria: 

  • Must hold a two-year degree, preferably in allied health, or the equivalent of two years of credits from a four-year university
  • Minimum cumulative college GPA of 2.00 (C) for all course work completed
  • College transfer courses accepted for program entry require a cumulative GPA of 2.00 (C) on a 4.00 scale in related course work.
  • Must meet PCC admissions criteria

Why PCC?

The PCC Medical Imaging faculty has more than 70 years of combined experience in medical imaging and sonography. Our faculty members are trained teachers with expertise in all aspects of medical imaging. All faculty and instructors are registered through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers, or both. Some of our faculty members have additional experience in mammography, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT).

The lab on the Pueblo campus has a variety of sonography machines and simulators and utilizes much of the same current technology that is being used in the field. You will be trained on systems which will prepare you for your clinical internships and career in sonography.

What will I learn?

The BAS in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) prepares you to use highly complex medical imaging equipment, analyze acquired images for quality, assess patient condition, and apply appropriate techniques of patient care and education. In addition to fostering your intellectual growth, we advise you to exercise good judgment, demonstrate a professional demeanor, display the highest moral and ethical standards, and promote the safety of yourself and your patients.

We teach you important critical thinking/problem-solving techniques as well as interpersonal and communication skills that allow you to interact effectively with other health care team members, patients and families from a variety of professional, social, emotional, cultural and intellectual backgrounds.

Marijuana Policy

THC (marijuana) is part of the required 10-panel drug screen prior to admittance into any Health Professions or Public Safety program at PCC. The passage of Amendment 64 in the State of Colorado, does not overrule Federal law, which states this is still an illegal substance. Students testing positive for THC (marijuana, including prescription marijuana) will not be allowed entrance or re-entrance into a Health or Public Safety program.

Professional Licensure Disclosure

The licensure requirements for the Medical Sonography may differ between all 50 states and U.S. territories.  

Pueblo Community College (PCC) recommends each student visit the RDMS Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer | ARDMS to identify the program requirements for Colorado and each state in which you plan to live and practice.  

PCC can only guarantee that the requirements for the state of Colorado are met with our program. 

PCC has not determined if the Medical Sonography meets applicable state requirements for the following states and territories: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming, American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Degree & Certificate Offerings in Medical Sonography:

Program Information

Location
Pueblo Campus
Pathway
Health Professions
Awards
BAS
Course Availability
Online
Clinicals
Program Start
Fall
Program Length
5 Semesters

Contact

Program Chair
Roger Cox
719-549-3264
Roger.Cox@pueblocc.edu 

Academic Excellence Administrator
Jenny Dunnington
719-549-3198
Janelle.Dunnington@pueblocc.edu