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This certification program is tailored for licensed mammography or sonography professionals, as well as students pursuing imaging-related studies, seeking specialization in breast ultrasound. This crucial diagnostic technique is typically employed when abnormalities are detected through screening methods like mammograms. As a certified breast sonographer, you'll play a vital role on healthcare teams focused on breast health for all patients.
The Breast Ultrasound Certificate of Achievement caters to imaging specialists pursuing expertise in breast ultrasound. The curriculum examines breast anatomy and physiology while exploring various breast pathologies. Students will learn cross-sectional breast imaging techniques, how to correlate findings with mammograms and MRIs, and how to distinguish normal from abnormal ultrasound results. The program features hands-on ultrasound training in the lab and clinical rotations (subject to academic performance, placement availability, and program approval). Course material aligns with the breast specialty examination administered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).