ARDMS Certificationโ โ module 12
why do sonographers receive certifications? -
โ โ โ โ โ to prove that they have the knowledge and skills to adequately perform their job
what are the 2 ways to be certified? -
โ โ โ โ โ 1) ARDMS
2) ARRT
What is ARDMS? -
โ โ โ โ โ - The most recognized sonography licensure in the world
what certifications does the ARDMS offer? -
โ โ โ โ โ abdomen, breast, echocardiography, neurosonography, OB/Gyn, & vascular
Graduates from a ________ accredited program automatically are eligible for ARDMS
certification -
โ โ โ โ โ CAAHEP
do states require ARDMS certifications? -
โ โ โ โ โ Most states do not require ARDMS certification by law, however, this is typically required
by healthcare facilities/employers
what is special about having ARDMS credentials? -
โ โ โ โ โ - international standard in sonography credentialing
- ARDMS registered sonographers represent the highest standards in the sonography field
- increased career opportunities
- Sonographers must meet certain eligibility requirements to earn credentials
how do sonographers receive credentials from the ARRT? -
โ โ โ โ โ have been through an ARRT-approved educational program for Radiography, Sonography,
or Vascular Sonography
- they also already have documented clinical experience in Breast Sonography or Vascular
Sonography
how do people earn ARDMS credentials? -
โ โ โ โ โ must meet rigorous criteria for prerequisites in education and clinical experience AND pass
the ARDMS examinations to earn one or more credentials
what are the 5 ARDMS credentials? -
โ โ โ โ โ - RDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
- RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer
- RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist
- RMSKS - Registered Musculoskeletal Sonographer
- Midwife Sonography Certificate
to obtain the RDMS credential a sonographer must.... -
