Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician

CIP 51.0910 Associate Certificate

Program Availability

Schools Offering

46 total including inactive

States

Across 14 states

Graduates (2023)

252

Total completions

Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician is offered as a associate and certificate program at schools across 14 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are Illinois, Georgia and Texas.

Career & Cost Overview

Median Salary

$89,340

Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

Job Growth

+13%

10-year projected growth

Median Tuition

$5,430

In-state annual rate

Graduates typically pursue careers as Diagnostic Medical Sonographers. In-state tuition ranges from $1,104 to $31,002, and the work is primarily indoor with moderate physical demands — suited for hands-on learners who enjoy practical work.

Graduate Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 33 (13.1%)

Female: 219 (86.9%)

Degree Level Distribution

Associate: 215 (85.3%)

Certificate: 37 (14.7%)

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

Social

Realistic

Investigative

helping and working with people; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; research, analysis, and problem-solving

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

Helping others
Teaching
Building things
Working with hands
Conducting research
Solving complex problems

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

✓ Empathetic

✓ Patient

✓ Practical

✓ Hands-on

✓ Analytical

✓ Curious

💡 Interests

● Helping others

● Teaching

● Building things

● Working with hands

● Conducting research

● Solving complex problems

⭐ Work Values

♦ Active Listening

♦ Social Perceptiveness

♦ Speaking

♦ Instructing

♦ Helping others

♦ Knowledge

❓ Ask Yourself These Questions

Do you enjoy helping and working with people; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; research, analysis, and problem-solving?

Do you value active listening?

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:

• Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
• Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
• People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others

⚠ Consider These Challenges:

• Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
• Those who prefer routine tasks
• Those who prefer working independently

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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.