Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Welcome to DMSO
The Diagnostic Medical Sonography program at Temple College is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions. The program consists of both didactic and practical experiences that develop the individual’s potential to provide diagnostic-quality sonograms. The foundation for this is derived from understanding sonographic physics, the application of these principles, and understanding the relationship of anatomical structures to produce diagnostic sonograms. The faculty facilitates learning opportunities that provide the student with exposure to knowledge, skills, technology, and belief systems necessary for the practice of sonography. These learning opportunities draw from and build on each other to provide progression in the development of sonographic skills. Coursework specific to diagnostic medical sonography with the selection of the general, vascular, or cardiovascular core curriculum, as outlined by the college, comprises the formal education plan for the Advanced Technical Certificate and Associate of Applied Science degree.
The demand for skilled sonographers continues to grow in the medical field. As medical imaging technology advances and the importance of non-invasive diagnostic procedures increases, sonographers play a vital role in providing accurate and detailed imaging for patient care.
Program Director
Heidi Zepeda
heidi.zepeda@templecollege.edu
Phone: 254-298-8695
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program
Programs of Study
- Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Cardiac Sonography
- Advanced Technical Certificate (ATC) in Cardiac Sonography
- Advanced Technical Certificate (ATC) in Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Level II Certificate in Diagnostic Medical Sonography Vascular
Important Dates
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Cardiac Sonography application deadline: Anticipated Start in 2027 |
Diagnostic Medical Sonography application deadline: 3rd Wednesday in May CLASSES START IN Fall |
Program Information
Accreditation
The Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredits programs upon the recommendation of the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRC-DMS).
| CAAHEP www.caahep.org 9355 - 113th St. N, #7709 Seminole, Florida 33775 727.210.2350 |
JRCDMS www.jrcdms.org 6021 University Boulevard Suite 500, Ellicott City, MD 21043 443-973-3251 |
You must complete all pre-requisite courses before being seated in the program. It is highly recommended that all co-requisites are completed also.
Admission Steps
- Apply to Temple College.
- Attend an in-person information session
- After attending the info session, schedule in-person volunteer hours (non-obligatory)
- Complete the HESI test with a score of 80% or higher in each of the subject areas: English, Math, and A&P
- The top ranked applicants will be invited for an interview.
- If selected, the student has two weeks to complete a drug test, background check, vaccines, orientation and CPR training. The students final acceptance to the program is contingent upon completing these items within the two week window.
Application Requirements
The following information is required for your application packet to be considered completed. Incomplete packets will not be accepted. Please remember, you must be a student at Temple College in order to apply for the DMSO Program.
- DMSO application for admission given at the in-person information session
- On a blank piece of paper state:
- The month & year that you attended the information session
- The dates of your volunteer hours (non-obligatory)
- Copy of the front and back of your photo ID
- An official sealed copy of all transcripts
Application Cycle
The volunteer hours, informational session and the application are valid for a one-year application cycle. Starting in September, before the year of application, until the assigned application deadline in May of the following year.
Example: If the interested individual attends the October 2023 informational session, their application cycle will conclude in May of 2024. Hence, if the interested individual decides to re-apply for 2025 and beyond, the process will need to be repeated including the informational session, volunteer hours (non-obligatory) and a new application.
In order to receive an application for the DMSO program, you must attend an in-person info session. If you live outside of the state of Texas, please contact the DMSO Department to obtain additional information.
The next available Information Session will be held on:
October 26, 2026 9:00 am Temple College Health Sciences Building
January 25, 2027 9:00 am Temple College Health Sciences Building
April 19, 2027 9:00 am Temple College Health Sciences Building
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DMSO Program Effectiveness Data
Accessible Program Effectiveness Data
The American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography is the credentialing body for Sonographers. Students should review the ARDMS guidelines to determine when they are eligible to sit for an exam and which exam(s) they are eligible to challenge. Students are allowed to sit 60 days prior to graduation.
To earn the RDMS credential the graduate from the Temple College DMS Program must pass the following ARDMS examinations:
Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation AND any one of the following specialty examinations*
- Abdomen
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Vascular
*Passing any one specialty exam will only provide you with the RDMS credential for that specialty area.
Once students pass an ARDMS Specialty Exam they are eligible to sit for additional exams with instructor approval and CV form. Exams include:
- Adult Cardiac
- Pediatric
- Fetal Echo
- Breast Sonography
To prepare competent entry-level sonographers in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective (behavior) learning domains for the following concentration(s):
- Abdominal Sonography-Extended
- Obstetrics and Gynecology Sonography
- Vascular Sonography