Program Information
Location of Program:
Forrest County Campus
Program Start:
Fall Semester
Program Instructor Contact Information:
Micki Robertson
601.403.1831
mjrobertson@prcc.edu
Brief Description of Program:
Sonography is commonly used in the field of obstetrics and gynecology for purposes ranging from confirming and/or dating pregnancies to diagnosing disease processes of the female reproductive system. Sonographers must have knowledge of normal structure and functional anatomy of the human body and use independent judgment in recognizing the need to perform procedures according to sonographic findings.

Possible careers in this program:
Sonographer
Certifications and degrees:
Students enrolled in the Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technology program will have the opportunity to earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree (60 hours).
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What a student can expect from a career in this field:
A diagnostic medical sonographer, also known as a sonographer, uses imaging equipment and soundwaves to form images of many parts of the body, known as ultrasounds. Sonographers are trained to acquire and analyze these sonographic images. These images are used to help doctors diagnose and treat many medical conditions.
Since ultrasound is a non-invasive way to visualize internal organs, it is often the first imaging test performed when disease is detected. Diagnostic medical sonographers, therefore, have an important role in conducting and interpreting initial imaging tests that may help narrow down a patient’s diagnosis and quickly get them the care they need.
Mission of Program:
The mission of our program is to prepare students to be successful Diagnostic Medical Sonography professionals within our community.

Goals of Program:
The goal of the Medical Diagnostic Sonography program is to train students to be skilled sonographers and to employ graduates in a degree-related field.
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