The University of Kansas Diagnostic Ultrasound Technology General/Vascular Program strives to ensure that the sonographer in training acquires the knowledge, skills and competencies necessary to enter the profession of Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
The philosophy of this program is to produce a technologist competent in CVIR procedures through requisite education and clinical experiences. This is accomplished through didactic and clinical training, as well as practical experience with a diverse patient population. Graduates will be able to safely perform high quality ultrasound procedures, and thereby actively contribute towards excellent patient care.
Performance is evaluated by standard testing methods and a competency based monitoring process that evaluates the sonographer in training’s technical competence and ability to promote the well being of the patient. Additionally, skill demonstrations of the most technical facets of the job are documented as they are completed in all areas.
Graduates should be able to correlate their academic and clinical knowledge to perform quality diagnostic examinations with minimal radiation exposure to the patient and themselves.
Upon completion of the program the graduate will have satisfied all prerequisites necessary to apply for professional certification and registration. The program is designed to maximize a student's initiative and to support his/her intellectual and emotional development towards the goal of becoming a registered CVIR technologist.
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