Your Future in Diagnostic Imaging Starts Here.

Diagnostic Medical Sonography (A.S.)


Launch your career in Diagnostic Medical Sonography at Chattanooga College MDTC. Our hybrid associate degree blends online learning with hands-on clinical experience to prepare you for ARDMS certification and a rewarding future in healthcare imaging.

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Why Choose Chattanooga College MDTC?

For more than 55 years, Chattanooga College MDTC has trained healthcare professionals who make a difference.Our small-class model, modern equipment, and career-focused curriculum ensure you gain both skill and confidence.
Modern Imaging Labs:  Learn using the same ultrasound technology found in today’s medical facilities.
Hybrid Learning Flexibility:  Online coursework paired with scheduled on-campus training.
Experienced Instructors:  Faculty with ARDMS certification and clinical expertise.
Career-Focused Education Graduate ready to pursue certification and employment in the growing imaging field.

Advance Your Career with Hands-On Sonography Training

Experience expert-led instruction and real-world clinical practice.

The Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) Associate of Science program at Chattanooga College Medical, Dental & Technical Careers (MDTC) prepares students to use advanced ultrasound technology to create images that help physicians diagnose and treat patients.

This hybrid program blends online coursework with hands-on lab and clinical experiences, giving you both flexibility and real-world confidence. Students learn anatomy, sonographic physics, imaging techniques, and patient care, all guided by credentialed faculty with real-world medical imaging experience.

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Program Highlights

Clinical Experience

Clinical Experience

Through supervised externships, students perform scans and gain confidence working alongside healthcare professionals in hospitals and diagnostic centers.

Comprehensive Curriculum

Comprehensive Curriculum

Courses cover Sonographic Physics and Instrumentation, Abdominal Imaging, OB/GYN Sonography, Vascular Imaging, and Patient Care Procedures.

Professional Preparation

Professional Preparation

The program aligns with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) standards and prepares students for entry-level sonographer positions.

Admissions & Next Steps

Ready to start your journey in Diagnostic Medical Sonography? Our admissions advisors will guide you step by step, from application to enrollment.

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Steps to Apply

Steps to Apply

  • Complete the online application.

  • Submit official high school transcripts and Digital Assessment Exam (DAX) results.

  • Schedule your advising session to discuss prerequisites and clinical preparation.

  • Submit approved Drug Screening and Background Check.

Career Outlook

Diagnostic Medical Sonography is one of the fastest-growing healthcare professions, offering diverse opportunities in hospitals, outpatient imaging centers, and specialty clinics.

Potential Career Paths:

  • Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

  • OB/GYN or Abdominal Sonographer

  • Vascular Technologist

  • Ultrasound Imaging Specialist

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for sonographers is projected to grow much faster than average, driven by increased demand for imaging services across healthcare settings.

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 and institutional accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).
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