Diagnostic Echocardiography at TJC
Get exceptional training in the necessary job skills of a diagnostic medical echocardiographer in just 24 months
As a Diagnostic Echocardiographer, you'll perform diagnostic examinations, as requested by a physician, using equipment that produces high-frequency sound waves to visualize the heart. Common job responsibilities include performing echocardiogram tests, determining the overall condition of the heart, and assisting medical professionals in diagnosing heart conditions. The career is expected to grow by 14% in the next ten years.
Why Choose Diagnostic Echocardiography
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Median Pay
$70,380 per year
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Job Outlook
131,700 jobs in the U.S., expected to grow 14% in the next ten years
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Seeking Accreditation
Currently seeking accreditation by the Commission of Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, and Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Mission Statement
The Diagnostic Echocardiography Program at Tyler Junior College is committed to serving the local community and students in providing for the training of necessary job skills, and the proper education needed to fulfill the duties of a diagnostic medical sonographer. The program is also committed to graduate students capable of attaining the status of Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS). The program provides access and equal opportunity to all qualified individuals who apply.
The teaching-learning process is a shared responsibility between the faculty and the students. The faculty facilitates the process by defining content, establishing critical criteria, role modeling, providing opportunities for learning activities, and evaluating performance. The process is further facilitated with a movement from general to specific and simple to complex. The teaching-learning process utilizes critical thinking, research findings, effective interpersonal communication, and a variety of instructional methodologies relevant to a changing society. Learning is a life-long experiential process, which involves the acquisition and synthesis of knowledge, skills, and understanding. The learner must be an active participant to attain success.
Degree Plans
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Diagnostic Echocardiography
The twenty-four-month Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree is designed to prepare skilled professionals to perform diagnostic examinations, as requested by a physician, using equipment that produces high-frequency sound waves to visualize the heart.
How to Apply
Tyler Junior College is an open admissions college; however, acceptance into the Diagnostic Echocardiography Program is limited. Acceptance into the program is based on criteria utilizing a point system and reviewed by an admissions committee. The top 16 applicants are selected for an interview. Following the interview the top eight applicants will be offered a place in the program. Details about how application points are awarded are included in the student application packet on page 7.
Students planning to apply for admission to the Diagnostic Echocardiography Program must submit a complete application to the Program Director (Rogers NHS Building, Room 240) no later than May 25, 2022.
Essential Functions
DE student responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Performing competent echocardiograms
- Independent judgment
- Directing patient interaction
- Provide quality patient care
- Basic clerical skills
- Work standing on your feet 80% of the time
- Physician interaction
- Ability to use both hands, wrists, and shoulders
- Traveling to clinical sites
- Distinguish audible sounds
- A personal commitment
- Lift more than 50 pounds routinely
- Professionalism
Previous Criminal Record:
For students in this program who may have a criminal background, please be advised that the background could keep you from being licensed by the State of Texas.
If you have ever been convicted of a crime, and have a criminal record, please contact compliance@inteleos.org prior to applying. They will review your record, and be sure you are eligible for registry upon graduation.
Diagnostic Medical Sonography
TJC offers a twenty-four-month Associate of Applied Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography as well. Get the training you need to work in this high-demand field.