Sonography - Diagnostic Cardiac

Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Degree

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We give you a great path to build on your career. In just two years, gain the knowledge and skills to be a cardiac sonographer. Iowa's Last-Dollar Scholarship may even cover your tuition.

What You Learn in Cardiac Sonography

Our program is in-depth and hands-on. Learn how to operate the equipment, recognize normal anatomy and pathological processes, and offer patient care and instructions. Complete four clinical rotations and advance your scanning techniques. Graduate, then take the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers certification exam.

What Can I Do as a Cardiac Sonographer? 

You are an essential member of the healthcare team and your work makes an impact on the lives and health of patients. You explain the procedure and answer questions. You obtain and review diagnostic images and provide a summary to physicians. Work in hospitals, clinics, imaging centers, medical, and diagnostic labs. Everyday will be different and you will continue to learn and advance your skills throughout your career.

73.5Total Credits

Prerequisites are the foundation on which you build your sonography skills.
73.5Total Credits
Courses will introduce you to the field and the role you play in healthcare. Study cardiac anatomy, hemodynamics, cardiovascular disease processes, and pathology. Gain hands-on experience in two clinical rotations.
73.5Total Credits

You continue to refine your skills, techniques, and procedures in two more clinical rotations. Learn about pediatric cardiac sonography. Graduate prepared to take the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography credentialing exam. 

A Solid Foundation

Prin & Instrumentation

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Prin & Instrumentation

Learn the basic physical principals governing medical ultrasound equipment.

Sectional Anatomy

Illustrations

Sectional Anatomy

Study commonly imaged planes of the human body.

Cardiac Sonography IV

Modalities

Cardiac Sonography IV

Clinical applications in fetal and pediatric exams and diagnosis of congenital heart disease.

Interpretation and Critique

Case studies

Interpretation and Critique

Discuss concepts essential to patient care and sonographic exams.

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Lauren Eden posing with her family after graduation
“I was invited to come to the sonography lab and observe the lab for the general ultrasound and for the cardiac ultrasound and see which one kind of struck a chord with me. I was so blown away just by the learning atmosphere they had. It was obvious that the instructors cared about the students. There was no silly question to ask.”
Lauren Eden, 2026 graduate
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Ready to apply?

If this is the career for you, don't wait. Our two-year, full-time program admits a limited number of students each year. Classroom instruction is coupled with supervised clinical rotations at local hospitals and clinics. Here are more details: 

You must hold an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree in a health-related field involving direct patient care and a 12-month clinical component, or bachelor’s degree or higher in any field, to apply. EICC's Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Care, and Nursing programs are examples that fit these requirements.

Your first step: contact the program advisor, Jasmine%20Straus%2C%20by%20email%20or by phone at 563-441-4104. She'll make sure you meet the requirements for this program. If so, you can complete a program application and contact the director for an interview.  

Sonography student views an ultrasound image and diagnostic data on a monitor while operating ultrasound equipment in a lab.
Sonography student performs an ultrasound scan on a classmate as other students and an instructor observe.
Instructor points to an ultrasound monitor while guiding a sonography student through the imaging equipment.
Sonography student stands beside an ultrasound machine with an instructor during hands-on training in the sonography lab.
Sonography student uses an ultrasound transducer to scan a classmate’s neck during hands-on practice.
Sonography student performs an ultrasound scan on a classmate while an instructor and other students observe the procedure.
Sonography student points to readings on an ultrasound machine while practicing vascular imaging on a classmate.
Sonography students attend a classroom lecture as an instructor presents ultrasound images on a large display.
Sonography student performs a vascular ultrasound scan on a classmate’s lower leg during hands-on training.
Sonography instructor gestures toward ultrasound images displayed on a classroom screen during a lecture.
Sonography instructor demonstrates ultrasound imaging as students gather around the machine and view images on the monitor.
Sonography instructor operates an ultrasound machine while students observe during hands-on lab instruction.
Instructor speaks with sonography students seated in a classroom during program instruction.
Interview with Jodi, Sonography Program Director

Jodi, Program Director

Interview with Sonography Clinical Coordinator, Rhonda

Rhonda, Clinical Coordinator

Two students talking with Student Services staff member

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Sonography - Diagnostic Cardiac : Locations

Scott Community College

500 Belmont Rd.
Bettendorf, IA 52722
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