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Sonographer and ultrasound technician


What is a sonographer and ultrasound technician major?

A student of this discipline learns, under the supervision of physicians, to utilize medical ultrasound techniques to gather sonographic data used to diagnose a variety of conditions and diseases. Includes instruction in obtaining, reviewing, and integrating patient histories and data; patient instruction and care; anatomic, physiologic and pathologic data recording; sonographic data processing; sonography equipment operation; and professional standards and ethics.

How much do sonographer and ultrasound technician majors make?

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How popular is sonographer and ultrasound technician as a major?

Each year, around 820 students obtain a bachelor’s degree and around 3,140 students obtain an associate degree in sonographer and ultrasound technician. In 2021, 885 students received a bachelor's degree and 3,198 students received an associate degree. This is 3% fewer sonographer and ultrasound technician majors than there were in 2020. Sonographer and ultrasound technician is a relatively popular major compared to other medical assistants and technician majors.

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