The NCE Advantage

• Family-like atmosphere

• Small class sizes

• Personal attention

• Flexible class schedules

• Job placement assistance

• Financial assistance for

qualified applicants

• Accredited Member ACCSC

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ULTRASOUND TECHNICIAN/DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHER

Program

About National Career EducationSince 1989, NCE has been working with local employers to develop comprehensive quality career training to meet industry needs. Our instructors bring practical work experience to the classroom with relevant hands-on training they provide students. Our 31,000 square foot modern facility is conveniently located in Rancho Cordova.

How do I get started?Meet with the NCE Admissions Department, it’s that simple!

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National Career Education is a branch campus of Institute for Business & Technology, Santa Clara, CA. NCE is an accredited member of Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). For information on graduation rates, median debt of graduates completing these programs, and other important information, visit www.nceschool.com.

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ULTRASOUND TECHNICIAN/DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHER

Program

OverviewDiagnostic Sonographers, commonly known as Ultrasound Techs are skilled clinical technicians who perform ultrasound studies ordered by physicians in gathering sonographic data to diagnose a variety of conditions and diseases. The Ultrasound Technician performs the appropriate procedures and records anatomical, pathological, and/or physiological data as well as the sonographic data and other pertinent observations made during the procedure.

What Does an Ultrasound Technician/Diagnostic Medical Sonographer do?• Verify patient history and health status• Evaluate tests and images relating to a patient’s condition• Communicate with patients and physicians as needed• Consulting with medical professionals on patient status• Operate ultrasound equipment, recording and analyzing findings in real time during the exam, and communicating

finding with interpreting and referring physicians• And more!

Where can I work as an Ultrasound Technician/Diagnostic Sonographer?Ultrasound Technicians are able to work in a variety of environments and can vary based on specialty. In general, the majority of technicians will work in:

• General medical and surgical hospitals• Physicians offices• Medical and diagnostic laboratories• Outpatient care centers

Why take the NCE Ultrasound Technician/Diagnostic Sonographer program?• Associate of Applied Science degree program can be completed in about a year and a half• Training includes an industry externship• Financial aid is available to those who qualify• Career placement assistance for graduates.

Industry ExternshipThe NCE externship program is an integral part of the Ultrasound Technician/Diagnostic Sonographer program. This 160-hour hands-on externship allows our students to get practical training in the field, supervised by medical professionals. This additional training gives students the opportunity to acquire valuable on-the-job experience, further preparing them for a career as an Ultrasound Technician/ Diagnostic Sonographer.

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