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Online Certificate in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Prepare for the RDMS exam with Boise State Online’s Certificate in Diagnostic Medical Sonography. This program is a relevant option for health care professionals who have a degree but want to transition into the field of diagnostic medical sonography.

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The online Certificate in Diagnostic Medical Sonography is designed for students who already hold an imaging credential and are looking to add a modality. If you do not meet this requirement, please review our pre-advanced medical imaging pathway.

All application materials must be submitted by the corresponding application deadline. You must apply separately for admission to Boise State University.

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Program Details

Courses

The online Certificate in Diagnostic Medical Sonography curriculum table shows the courses required for the program. Students can complete the program in as little as 12 months when attending full-time.

Course Table

Course Number	Title	Credits
HLTH 300	Pathophysiology	4
AMI 400	Advanced Modality Case Studies	2
AMI 460	Sonographic Physics and Instrumentation	3
AMI 461	Abdominal Sonography	2
AMI 461L	Abdominal Sonography Lab	2
AMI 462	Obstetrics/Gynecology Sonography	3
AMI 463	Doppler Procedures	2
AMI 463L	Doppler Procedures Lab	1
RADSCI 310	Pharmacology and Contrast Media	1
IMGSCI 408	Sectional Anatomy in Imaging Sciences	3
AMI 410	Clinical Experience I (taken twice in option)	4
AMI 410	Clinical Experience I	4
AMI 411	Clinical Experience II	6

This content is provided as a quick reference for planning your academic schedule. All official course descriptions and degree requirements are published on the undergraduate catalog site.

Costs

Boise State Online offers reasonably priced tuition, ongoing support, financial aid options and degree paths that help ensure you reach your goals quickly and efficiently.

Costs Table

Description	Cost
Boise State Admissions Application Fee (non-refundable)	$50
Per-Credit Rate*	$395
Books	$1,026
Other potential expenses may include a personal computer, webcam, headphones with mic, and internet access which are all required for this program.	Varies
Room/Board**	$5,688
Transportation**	$1,248

*The per-credit fees listed are for the 2023-24 academic year. Future academic year per-credit fees may vary slightly and are finalized each May.

**Costs for room, board and transportation are used to calculate financial aid and are included to disclose the full cost of attendance. These costs are not required for students pursuing a fully online degree.

Note to Boise State and other Idaho higher education employees: Fee waivers do not apply to this program.

Admissions Requirements

To be considered for the online Certificate in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Credentialed, clinically-based healthcare provider matriculated from a regionally accredited institution (AS/AAS degree minimum)
Students need to have taken anatomy and physiology (BIOL 227 and 228) to be admitted into the certificate
Proof of medical professional credentials
Resume outlining patient care experience
Acceptance into Boise State University
Students pursuing DMS must apply through the on-campus program if they want clinical placement in the Treasure Valley, Idaho, area.

This content is provided as a quick reference for planning. All official admission standards are published on the undergraduate catalog site.

Unsure if you qualify? Connect with a student success coach to talk through any other admissions questions you may have!

Application Deadlines by Semester

Semester	Application Deadline 1st 7-Week	Class Start 1st 7-Week	Application Deadline 2nd 7-Week	Class Start 2nd 7-Week
Spring	December 1*	Early January	February 1*	Early March
Summer	April 15*	Early May	June 1*	Late June
Fall	July 15*	Late August	September 15*	Late October

*Students interested in financial aid are encouraged to apply one month prior to these posted deadlines.

To Apply For This Program

Step 1 – Apply to Boise State University

Complete the Boise State Undergraduate Admissions Application. On the Major and Semester page within the application, select “Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Online Program” from the Select a Major drop-down list.

Submit the Boise State University Undergraduate Admission Application online

Step 2 – Request Official Transcripts

Request official transcript(s) from all previous colleges and universities you attended.

If you have served in the military, please make sure to send your Joint Services Transcript and/or Community College of the Air Force transcript.

Please note: All transcripts must be RECEIVED by Undergraduate Admissions and Degree Services by the application deadline.

How to submit official transcripts to the Boise State University Undergraduate College

Step 3 – Apply to the Online Advanced Medical Imaging Program

After submitting the undergraduate admission application (Step 1) and requesting your transcripts (Step 2), you will complete the advanced medical imaging program application.

The program application includes:

Proof of medical professional credentials, if applicable
Resume outlining patient care experience

Submit the Advanced Medical Imaging program application

Career Opportunities

Boise State Online’s Certificate in Diagnostic Medical Sonography prepares you for the future of imaging.

From 2020-2030, there is a projected 187,631 new jobs or 15.7% growth in the medical imaging industry. The Idaho Department of Labor’s 2020-2030 projections set the growth rate at 22% — even higher for workers living in Idaho.

Additionally, a report published by Indeed.com in November 2020 shows that the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) certification ranks at #15 for the top 20 most in-demand certifications in 2020.

Possible Careers

Possible careers include:

Ultrasound Technologist
Field Clinical Specialist
Medical Imaging Manager
Lead Technologist

Certificate Outcomes

After completing the diagnostic medical sonography certificate, you will be able to:

Prepare for the RDMS credentialing exam.
Advocate for patients, recognize professional impact related to patient outcomes and develop a culture of safety.
Demonstrate effective, appropriate and respectful communication with diverse populations of patients, co-workers, physicians and the community to improve patient outcomes by performing beyond technical application.
Apply ethical practice as a professional technologist from a legal, compliance and systems perspective within the healthcare realm.
Actively lead and/or participate as part of an interprofessional team to improve communication amongst healthcare providers and decrease patient risk.
Perform as a master of advanced imaging principles and applications.
Appropriately share data within a healthcare team while maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality.
Successfully participate as a leader in the medical imaging profession by making meaningful contributions within your department, your healthcare organization, your community as well as on a national level.
Attain and maintain national credentialing within a modality of focus.

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