Colorado Technical University

I am a senior in High school and am interested in a career/ training for an Ultrasound Tech, what do i need?

I want to know what kind of degree or certificate i need to be an ultra sound tech, i would also like to know how long it will take and what kind of pre-requisites there are for this field. thank you in advance for all your answers.

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1. Here's a link to the program at my school: http://registrar.boisestate.edu/Catalogs/08-09undergrad-catalog/CollegeofHelathSciences/RadiologicSciences08-09.pdf Each school will vary slightly in their courses, but this will give you a pretty good idea of what you'll have to do. It's a 4-year course, ending in a BS. You begin by getting an Associates degree in Radiological Sciences, and then continue the rest of your degree by choosing an emphasis. The emphasis you are looking for is the one called "Diagnostic Medical Sonography." Prerequisites for gaining entry into the program will vary by school. My school will pretty much take anyone who has completed high school or obtained their GED, but an Ivy League school is obviously going to want more. As for other prerequisites, it would just depend on the hospital/doctor's office where you applied for employment. Some, like my local hospitals, do a criminal background check before hiring someone. Good luck to you!