Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) is a specialized area in the healthcare field that uses ultrasonic imaging to collect data and detect medical issues in the human body. If you attend GateWay, you will be part of one of the top Diagnostic Medical Sonography schools for student retention and credentialing success in the country, as well as the state. GateWay is the only community college of the 10 Maricopa Community Colleges that offers the program.
Sonographers must possess patient-care skills in order to explain the imaging procedure, position them correctly and perform the sonographic examination. Additionally, sonographers must be knowledgeable about disease processes and the care and maintenance of ultrasound equipment.
Special Requirement
All students interested in any of our Healthcare programs will be required to attend an Information/Advising session, which will provide in-depth information and enrollment guidance.
Program Location
Washington Campus
Program Cost Estimates*
Associate in Applied Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography: $10,184 - $12,291
Certificate of Completion in Diagnostic Medical Sonography: $9,569 - $12,540
Certificate of Completion in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): $1,593
*Please note that these are only estimates. These estimates may change based on increases to tuition, course fees and book costs. Estimates are based on the current tuition rates for in-county students. Additional fees may apply.
Continuing Education
Certificate of Completion in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
For information on the Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences at Northern Arizona University, call (602) 286-8194.
Choosing Sonography as a Profession
For more information on choosing sonography as a profession, browse the website of the Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers at https://www.sdms.org/resources/careers. You will find information and support for sonographers and students.
Program Goals
The goal of this program is to meet the needs of the communities we serve. This includes the students, graduates, faculty, GateWay Community College, the employers in Maricopa County and the State of Arizona, physicians, and the general public.
To prepare competent entry-level sonographers in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains for the following concentration(s) it offers:
- Abdominal sonography - Extended
- Vascular sonography
Accreditation
Accreditation is a process used to measure and certify the credibility and quality of services offered by an organization.
GateWay Community College is a Maricopa Community College, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For the latest information on programs, graduation rates, and consumer information, visit gatewaycc.edu.
The Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs upon the recommendation of the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography. Students are eligible to sit for the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) examination for Abdomen. They may also sit the ARDMS exam in vascular technology and earn the Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) credential.
The Diagnostic Medical Sonography program provides a full OB/Gyn curriculum of study. Students may be eligible to take the registry exam for OB/Gyn registry immediately after graduation by completing the clinical requirements for the ARDMS and pass either the ARDMS Abdomen or Vascular exam first.
Students completing the program may also sit the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) examination for general sonography and earn the Radiography Technologist Sonography RT(S) credential or the Radiography Technologist Vascular Sonography RT(VS).
The Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), working through the Joint Review Commission of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRCDMS), accredits the GateWay Community College Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program.
CAAHEP
9355-113th N. #7709
Seminole, FL 33775 | P:727-210-2350, E: mail@caahep.org
JRC-DMS
6021 University Blvd. Suite 500
Ellicott City, MD 21043
Students completing the program are eligible to sit for the national registry exam given by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in Abdomen and Vascular.
GateWay is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Why should you choose an accredited school?
Although many schools offer seemingly similar degree and certification options, not all schools are accredited. In many instances, accreditation of the degree or program you complete may be required in order to become certified to work in the field.
Program Effectiveness Data
Advisory Committee
The Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound Advisory Committee for GateWay is comprised of knowledgeable and dedicated professionals who represent the best of the best, and are an integral part of your learning experience in this field. These members include:
- Danielle Terveen, Program Director
- Tawny Hernandez, Clinical Coordinator
- Dr. Elizabeth Westfall, Medical Advisor
- Tabatha Hatfield, Division Chair
- Lora Timmons, Dean of Nursing and Healthcare
- Amy Diaz, President
- Octavia Alexander, Adjunct & Banner Ironwood
- Christen Pingree, Program Coordinator - MiCaps/Health Sciences
- Laurie Schaffer, HUG Clinic
- Barbara Lever, Banner Baywood
- Sterling Larsen, Banner Ironwood
- Kristi Murphy, Dignity St, Joseph's
- Manuela Coleman, Banner Boswell/Del Webb
- Tiffany Simpa, Banner Desert
- Sean Thomas, Phoenix Children's
- Brenda Sittinger, HonorHealth Shea
- Carol Daily, SMIL
- Shannon Watson, Banner Estrella
- Maria Sabarsky, Banner Thunderbird
- Laura Paniagua, Valleywise
- Samantha Delgado, Simon Med
- Zonia Dent, Dignity Chandler
- Charles Utecht, Mayo Clinic
- Michelle Olshan, Public Member
- Jessicah Wellman, Student
- Jamie South, Graduate/Banner Casa Grande