How long does it take to train as a sonographer?

The apprenticeship typically takes 36 months to complete.

How do you become a professional ultrasound?

Here are some steps that you can take to begin your career as a sonographer:

1. Earn a high school diploma. You will need a high school diploma or a GED before you can begin studying to become a sonographer.
2. Find an accredited program.
3. Pass the national certification exam.
4. Become certified in one or more specialties.

Is a sonographer the same as an ultrasound tech?

Ultrasound technician and medical sonographer are two names for the same job. The terms are used interchangeably to refer to someone who performs an ultrasound (reading of sound waves) and one who produces a sonogram (a photo of sound waves bouncing off the internal parts of the body.)

What is an ultrasound nurse called?

Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Being a sonographer, sometimes called an ultrasound technician, and professionally called a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, is an exciting and fulfilling career.

What do you call a person who does ultrasounds?

A diagnostic medical sonographer, also known simply as a sonographer, uses imaging equipment and soundwaves to form images of many parts of the body, known as ultrasounds. They are trained to acquire and analyze these sonographic images. These images are used to help doctors diagnose and treat many medical conditions.

Is ultrasound hard to learn?

It’s a job that requires technical savvy, detailed knowledge of human anatomy, and the interpersonal skills necessary to make a patient feel at ease during the procedure. Being an ultrasound technician may seem like a daunting job, but it only takes a minimum of two years to complete the schooling necessary.

Is studying ultrasound hard?

Difficult but Worth the Effort It does take time to complete a program. One of the best choices is a program leading to an Associate Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography. It takes two years to complete, but the degree from a CAAHEP accredited program qualifies the sonography student to take the ARDMS exams.