Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician at Southwestern Community College in Sylva, NC
Total Graduates
7
Class of 2024
Annual Tuition & Fees
$5,806
In-state, incl. fees
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Verified Program Outcomes
Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Southwestern 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.
| Program | Completion rate | Employed 6 mo after exit | Employed 1 yr after exit | Median quarterly earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Respiratory Care | 70% | 89% | 91% | $13,493 |
| Radiography | 51% | 89% | 77% | $8,647 |
| Emergency Medical Science | 44% | 76% | 64% | $16,812 |
| Medical Sonography | 94% | 87% | 89% | $12,148 |
In the Respiratory Care program at Southwestern Community College, 89% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 70% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $13,493 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Radiography program at Southwestern Community College, 89% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 51% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $8,647 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Emergency Medical Science program at Southwestern Community College, 76% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 44% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $16,812 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).
In the Medical Sonography program at Southwestern Community College, 87% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 94% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $12,148 (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
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
SOC: 29-2032 | $71,472 | +13% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary
SOC: 25-1071 | $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)
ℹ Career Preparation
This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
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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