Echocardiography Fast Track BS Program

Examine the Heart to Diagnose Medical Conditions

Work alongside experts while you take part in clinical experiences in prestigious New England-area medical facilities. You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of internal human anatomy and a foundation in adult and congenital echocardiography. Upon graduation, you will be eligible to sit for national registration exams by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography and Cardiac Credentialing International.

Achieve Success in a Thriving Field

As a sonographer with a Bachelor of Science degree from MCPHS, you’ll be well-positioned to make a difference and accomplish more.

13%

Job Growth

Projected job growth for sonographers through 2034, significantly faster than the average occupation, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2025.

100%

Job Placement Rate

Graduates of the Worcester program achieved a job placement rate of 100%.

#5

in the Country For ROI

A Georgetown University study ranked MCPHS fifth in the U.S. among 4,600 colleges for return on investment (ROI).

Hands-on Training Starts Right Away

Work in small groups while using the latest technology in your first professional semester in the DMS labs.

Sangita Pudasaini,

| BS in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

"The sonographers and my preceptor were helpful. I'm still learning, but now I'm confident about talking with patients and getting them ready for the scan."

Read Sangita's Story

Students participating in an Interprofessional Education event.

Learn Essential Workplace Skills

Develop the communication skills required of a professional in cardiology. You’ll learn to write preliminary reports that help doctors make diagnoses and become an expert in patient care as you train to enter the clinic.

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Accredidtation and Outcomes

Accreditation

The MCPHS—Worcester Diagnostic Medical Sonography—General Concentration program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRC-DMS).

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
9355-133th St. N, #7709
Seminole, FL 33775
727.210.2350
www.caahep.org

Student Outcomes

Class of 2020

Program outcomes were not reported due to a delay in graduation from COVID-19. Two cohorts graduated in 2021. See below.

Class of 2021 (May Graduation)*

Start Date: Fall 2019
Students Enrolled: 14
Retention Rate: 92.85% (13/14)
Graduation Rate: 92.31% (12/13)
Registry Exam Pass Rate: 72.72% (8/11)†
Job Placement Rate: 100% (12/12)

*Class of 2020 moved to 2021

Class of 2021

Start Date: Fall 2020
Students Enrolled (Start): 11
Retention Rate: 92.85% (10/11)
Graduation Rate: 100% (10/10)
Registry Exam Pass Rate: 90% (9/10)†
Positive Placement Rate: 100% (10/10)

Class of 2022

Start Date: Fall 2021
Students Enrolled (Start): 12
Retention Rate: 88.33% (10/12)
Graduation Rate: 100% (10/10)
Registry Exam pass Rate: 100% (10/10)†
Positive Placement Rate: 100% (10/10)

Class of 2023

Start Date: Fall 2022
Students Enrolled (Start): 10
Retention Rate: 90% (9/10)
Graduation Rate: 100% (9/9)
Registry Exam Pass Rate: 100% (9/9)†
Positive Placement Rate: 100% (9/9)

†Based on first attempt

Other MCPHS Programs in Diagnostic Medical Sonography

At MCPHS, we offer four additional programs in Boston and Worcester that range in duration from 16 to 36 months, depending on your educational experience.

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Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (BS)—Echocardiography Fast Track