Diagnostic Sonography (Abdomen/OB-GYN)

Program Outcomes

Associate of Applied Science in Diagnostic Sonography

The purpose of the Baker College diagnostic medical sonography program is to prepare competent, entry-level abdominal, obstetric and gynecologic sonographers in cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills) and affective (behavior) learning domains and to:

• Prepare students for competency in today’s global economy in allied health careers.
• Provide general and sonographic science education, which expands the students’ horizons, develops strong communication skills and encourages critical thinking.
• Educate individuals in the art and science of sonography.
• Provide an educational program that encourages students to broaden their vision and promote lifelong learning to enhance their career and opportunities.
• Develop and expand the student’s awareness of the professional role and responsibilities of the sonographer as a member of the healthcare team in today’s global society.
• Give students practical experience and training in sonography to include a variety and volume of training experiences.
• Encourage social and related classroom activities, which promote both personal and professional growth.
• Develop, maintain and support collaborative effort with businesses, community leaders, clinical affiliates and the community we serve to ensure student success.
• Contribute to the community’s workforce educational opportunities that build and maintain a competent, highly trained workforce that can successfully compete in the global community.
• Assist the graduate in securing entry-level employment as a sonographic technologist.
• Encourage the student to obtain ARDMS registration.

Associate of Applied Science Diagnostic Sonography Outcomes

• The graduate will obtain, review and integrate pertinent patient history and supporting clinical data to facilitate optimum diagnostic results.
• The graduate will perform appropriate procedures and record anatomic, pathologic and/or physiologic data for interpretation by a physician.
• The graduate will record, analyze and process diagnostic data and other pertinent observations made during the procedure for presentation to the interpreting physician.
• The graduate will exercise discretion and judgment in the performance of sonographic and/or other non-invasive diagnostic services.
• The graduate will demonstrate appropriate human relations and interpersonal communication skills with patients and colleagues.
• The graduate will act in a professional and ethical manner.

Program Performance

Auburn Hills Campus Diagnostic Medical Sonography 

Owosso Campus Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Auburn Hills Campus Vascular Sonography

Owosso Campus Vascular Sonography