A Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography (DCS) certificate is awarded to a student who has:
- Successfully completed all courses in the academic plan.
- Achieved a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
- Completed 400 clinical hours.
- Completed all required clinical competencies.
Traditional Academic Plan - Plan onset with Class of 2022
A two-semester academic plan of study for those with prior RVT credentials through ARDMS.
Year 1
Fall Semester
Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
6
*DMS 350 needed if ARDMS SPI exam is not taken within past 5 years and will be taken prior to the Fall semester.
Spring Semester II
Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
5
*DMS 350 needed if ARDMS SPI exam is not taken within past 5 years and will be taken prior to the Fall semester.
| Program Credits: | Credit Hour Ratio: |
|---|---|
| 1 credit theory | 15 hours |
| 1 credit lab | 45 hours |
| 10 Total Credits | 1 credit clinical = 200 hours |
Total Credits
11