Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician at Johnston Community College in Smithfield, NC

Health Professions & Clinical Sciences ASSOCIATE CIP 51.0910

Total Graduates

12

Class of 2025

Annual Tuition & Fees

$2,756

In-state, incl. fees

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician.
Degree Level ASSOCIATE
CIP Code 51.0910
Program Family Health Professions & Clinical Sciences

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 12 graduates
Award Year 2025

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Johnston Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Radiography48%78%79%$8,854
Emergency Medical Technician71%84%77%$16,351
Cardiovascular Technician- EKG68%74%72%$5,528

In the Radiography program at Johnston Community College, 78% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 48% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,854 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Emergency Medical Technician program at Johnston Community College, 84% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 71% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $16,351 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

In the Cardiovascular Technician- EKG program at Johnston Community College, 74% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 68% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $5,528 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

Average Starting Salary

$89,340

10-Year Job Growth

+13%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
$71,472+13%
75%
primary100% confidence
$84,496+17.3%
75%
primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$67,005

Peak Salary

$111,675

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

✓ Skills Covered in Program (6)

● Active Listening
● Social Perceptiveness
● Speaking
● Reading Comprehension
● Monitoring
● Critical Thinking

ℹ Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

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Institution

Location Smithfield, NC

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $2,756
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $8,900
Average Net Price $3,824

Program Information

CIP Code: 51.0910
CIP Family: 51
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