BS in Medical Imaging Science

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As an ultrasound tech, one of the degree options students have is to get a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Medical Imagine Science. This career field allows students to get started working with just on-the-job training, but most employers require their ultrasound techs to have at least an associate’s degree in a related field such as allied health or medical assisting; and many require a bachelor’s degree or more. It is a competitive job market; getting a bachelor’s degree is one of the ways students can stand out in a sea of candidates.

Requirements for Earning a BS in Medical Imaging Science

Getting a degree in medical imaging science typically takes about four years. If students already are working as an ultrasound tech, they may want to consider becoming a part-time student. While this takes longer, it does allow students to earn their degree on a more flexible schedule, especially if they take classes online. Whether students go to school through a distance learning program or as part of a program at a typical campus college, their education will likely include both classroom learning and clinical hours.

Every BS in Medical Imaging Science program is slightly different, but the skills students learn all lead to one goal — to provide better patient care through medical imaging. Some of the skills students learn cover areas such as:

  • Medical Technology
  • Communications
  • Reading patient charts
  • Using and maintaining medical imaging equipment
  • Recording patient information
  • Ethics and Law
  • Basic Anatomy
  • Medical Terminology

Students may also take some classes covering general office tasks, such as scheduling patients appointments, as well as administration and management classes.

Further Information About Medical Imaging Science Programs

Remember, there are scholarships, grants, tuition assistance programs, and other forms of financial aid available for students who are pursuing a BS in Medical imaging Science. Do some research on the funds available, and there are opportunities to get an advanced degree for a fraction of the normal cost.

Bachelor’s Degrees in Medical Imaging Science

There are no available programs for this degree currently.

Top Online Health Services Programs

There are multiple educational paths that can be taken to become an ultrasound technician or diagnostic medical sonographer. The schools below do not offer ultrasound-specific training, but they do offer medical assisting and other healthcare programs closely related to sonography. You can request information by clicking the college's logo.

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DeVry University
AS in Health IT
 		DeVry University — Although DeVry University's online associate's degree in health information technology program is not specifically an ultrasound training program, it does prepare students to be HIT leaders in contemporary hospitals, physician's offices, medical clinics, and more.
Virginia College Online
BS in Health Services Mgmt
 		Virginia College Online — If you want to complete a health-based interdisciplinary studies degree online that will prepare you for ultrasound technology as well as for management, then apply for Virginia College's bachelor's degree in Health Services Management or associate's degree in medical office administration. The tuition for each program includes the cost of every textbook for every course. After earning this degree, additional training may be required to become an ultrasound technician.
Herzing University
AS in Medical Assisting
 		Herzing University — The AS in medical assisting degree program from Herzing University is not an ultrasound training program, but it does present students with an introduction to a physician's office, and can help lead to careers in sonography. Students learn how to assist doctors and nurses in the exam room as well as perform routine medical laboratory procedures.
Hodges University
AS in Health Info Mgmt
AS in Health Admin
 		Hodges University — Hodges University's AS in Health Information Technology and AS in Health Administration programs, while not purely an ultrasound training program, do teach students how to use the latest information technology to meet the needs of the healthcare industry. Health information technology allows medical offices to collect and analyze data from patients and doctors, a vital part of the medical process. Students learn to manage patient health information, medical records, administer computer information systems, and code diagnoses and procedures.
Lincoln College
AAS in Health IT
 		Lincoln College — The AAS in Health IT degree program from Lincoln College Online teaches students the ins and outs of technological-related medical work such as data tracking, organizing, and recorded. This degree is useful for anyone wishing to advance in his/her career within a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, ultrasound clinics, physician offices, and more. Additional training is required before becoming an ultrasound technician.

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DeVry University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association, www.ncahlc.org. Keller Graduate School of Management is included in this accreditation. In New York, DeVry University operates as DeVry College of New York. DeVry University operates as DeVry Institute of Technology in Calgary, Alberta. DeVry is certified to operate by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia. AC0060. DeVry University is authorized for operation by the THEC. www.state.tn.us/thec. Nashville Campus - 3343 Perimeter Hill Dr., Nashville, TN 37211. Program availability varies by location.

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