You can pursue an ultrasound program in Chicago.
Ultrasound technicians, also referred to as diagnostic medical sonographers, operate complex equipment that uses high frequency sound waves to create detailed images of the body. These images are a critical tool employed by medical doctors in the treatment of medical conditions and injuries. According to the Commission on the Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), there are four accredited schools in the Chicago area that provide high-quality training programs in ultrasound technology.
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
The School of Diagnostic Medical Sonography at Northwestern Memorial Hospital offers an intensive 18-month certificate program. Applicants must hold or be currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree or be graduates of a two-year allied health program. All candidates require post-secondary coursework in anatomy and physiology, algebra, physics, medical terminology and English composition with a GPA of at least 2.5 or higher. Students complete courses in patient care, abdominal ultrasound, obstetrical and gynecological sonography, pathophysiology, imaging interpretation, pediatric and vascular imaging, specialty sonography and ultrasound physics. Clinical rotations at several local sites are also required following successful completion of coursework.
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
541 North Fairbanks Court, Suite 950
Chicago, IL 60611
312-926-1196
nmh.org
Rush University
The College of Health Sciences at Rush University offers a full-time Bachelor of Science degree program with a major in vascular ultrasound. Candidates must have 60 semester hours of college-level coursework with a GPA of at least 2.75 in order to be considered for admission. This program is designed for students who wish to specialize in the application of ultrasound to the arteries and veins. Coursework includes vascular anatomy and physiology, venous and arterial procedures, cerebrovascular ultrasound, transcranial doppler technology and ultrasound physics. The final year of the degree is comprised of practical work experience at various clinical sites within Chicago. Students may also choose from additional available sites in Tampa, Florida, San Antonio, Texas, and San Francisco.
Rush University
Armour Academic Center
600 S. Paulina Street, Suite 1001
Chicago, IL 60612
312-942-7286
rushu.rush.edu
Triton College
Located in the suburban village of River Grove, Triton College offers both a certificate and an associate of applied science degree in diagnostic medical sonography. The certificate is a three-semester program designed for graduates with training in radiology who are registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). The five-semester degree program requires prerequisite coursework in algebra, biology, chemistry and physics with a grade of "C" or higher. Both programs include both theoretical and clinical training in ultrasonic physics, abdominal sonography, diagnostics and pathology, obstetrical and gynecologic ultrasound and computerized sonography.
Triton College
2000 Fifth Ave
River Grove, IL 60171
708-456-0300
triton.edu
Harper College
Located in a residential suburb northwest of Chicago, Harper College offers a limited-enrollment associate of applied science degree program in diagnostic medical sonography. Students receive extensive didactic and practical instruction in all aspects of sonography, including imaging for the abdomen and pelvis, the pregnant uterus, small parts, carotid artery and the vascular system. Candidates require high school and college-level coursework in English, human anatomy and physiology, chemistry and math with a grade of "C" or better in order to be considered for admission.
Harper College
1200 W. Algonquin Road
Palatine, IL 60067
847-925-6707
harpercollege.edu
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