Sonography-Echocardiography Technology

Join the fast-growing career field of echocardiography with this two-year associate degree program. Begin seeking employment immediately after graduation or transfer to a university to advance your studies in the field. 

Echocardiography (ultrasound of the heart) is a noninvasive imaging technology that uses sound waves to visualize internal body tissue and organs to help diagnose and monitor disease. As an echocardiographer, you’ll work alongside physicians and other healthcare professionals to diagnose and treat heart and vascular conditions in patients of all ages. You’ll also work with patients and families to promote patient health, safety and recovery.

Our Sonography-Echocardiography Technology program offers comprehensive, real-world training with clinical rotations that give you practical experience with state-of-the-art equipment and technology under the guidance of working healthcare professionals. Upon successful completion of these clinical experiences and coursework for the program, you’ll have developed the minimum knowledge and competencies to sit for registry exams in the echocardiography profession. 

You’ll learn:

• How to participate as an active healthcare team member, demonstrating professional and ethical behavior, communication and collaboration
• Proficient use of echocardiography technology, equipment, supplies and instruments
• How to respect and maintain patient dignity, rights and beliefs 
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills to improve the health of patients

Related Programs

You may also be interested in our Radiologic Technology, Surgical Technology and Medical Laboratory Technology degree programs, or Pre-Professional Health Transfer Pathway and Health Sciences Broad Field Transfer Pathway. 

Our Associate of Applied Science degree programs make it possible for you to seamlessly transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue an advanced degree. There are many advantages of beginning your postsecondary studies at M State, including cost savings due to our low tuition rate and smaller class sizes with personalized instruction. Learn more about your transfer options at Transfer Programs and Pathways.

Background Check, Immunization Requirements

Students in this program must meet criminal background check requirements and have current immunizations. Requirements are outlined in the program application.

This program is competitive and has some special requirements for admission. Learn more at Sonography-Echocardiography Technology Admission Requirements: