American Institute College Of Health Professions

Highlights

• Graduates are eligible to take examinations administered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
• Students participate in a clinical externship in a real-life setting
• Provides online distance education technologies for theory courses
• Students are required to attend onsite ultrasound lab classes just a few days per month
• Clinical training occurs in a real-life setting close to where students live
• Provides career services

About the School

The American Institute College of Health Professions offers comprehensive Diagnostic General Sonography and Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography programs. The hybrid programs include distant and residential learning. Hands-on training is provided in the school's lab and in a clinical facility located near the student.

Academic Programs

• Diagnostic General Sonography program - Includes training in abdominal, gynecological, obstetric and other applications. The students are trained to provide studies to doctors which enable them to diagnose health issues and provide the appropriate treatments. The students are also trained to use equipment to determine the sex of a fetus. The program includes an externship.
• Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography program - Students are prepared to become a cardiac sonographer, also known as an echocardiographer. The program provides thorough training in the application of cardiac ultrasound, focusing on the heart with exposure to vascular ultrasound. The program includes an externship.

Learning Options

Classes start frequently at the American Institute College of Health Professions.

Student Notes

• Clinical relations specialists assist students in finding a clinical externship
• Staff members provide support

Faculty

American Institute College of Health Professions provides knowledgeable, experienced instructors.

Admissions and Financial Aid

Staff members of American Institute College of Health Professions are available to assist prospective students with the enrolling process. Applicants to the sonography programs need to have a bachelor's degree in any field or an associate degree in a healthcare field. In addition, the student financial specialists assist students in putting together an education financing plan.