Cardiac Ultrasound Program
Admission
-Grade 12 or equivalent
OR
- Mature student status (18 years of age or older) and a passing score on the entrance examination
Benefits of this program
- Prepares you for valuable industry certifications
- Market-driven programs
- Growing demand for professionals in this area
Employment Opportunities
- Community and Teaching Hospitals
- Cardiology and Diagnostic Centres/Clinic)
- Medical Ultrasound Equipment/Device
Program Description
This Accredited Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography/Ultrasound Diploma program provides training for individuals looking for a rewarding career to work in the Sonography fields.
This 18 Month (78 weeks) renowned course covers General anatomy, Cardiovascular anatomy and Pathology, Cross-sectional anatomy, Principle of the instrument, Echocardiography theory and scanning, ECG, Patient care, Ethics and Professional. Upon completion of the program, graduates are eligible to appear in Sonography Canada national registry examinations.
Admission Requirements
Applicant must hold a Minimum Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with biology and math courses or equivalence
Prefer to hold a 2-year or higher allied healthcare degree in a patient care related area. This includes, but is not limited to, medical radiography, registered nurse, respiratory technologist, occupational therapist, and emergency medical technologist
Prefer to hold a bachelor’s degree in any major or foreign degree equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in the U.S. or Canada
Additional Requirements
- A police check of Criminal Record Must be produced within 120 days of starting the program.
Medical checks such as TB test/ Hepatitis B - Immunization must be produced within 120 days of starting the program.
- First aid and CPR Level HCP-Healthcare provider, must have before clinic placement
Clinical Practice
The college will arrange your co-op practice in clinics or hospitals for 22 weeks to get real-world experience. This will help you in your future job search.
Career Opportunities
Graduates with a registered license can work a position in any of these fields:
- Community and Teaching Hospitals
- Cardiology and Diagnostic Centres/Clinic
- Medical Ultrasound Equipment/Device
Salary
- $41 AVERAGE WAGE/HR**
- $61 HIGH WAGE/HR**
Department Contact
- (647) 457-4141
- 1367 Eadie Drive, Milton
- info@gtaacademy.com
- Mon - Fri : 09:00 - 18:00