Radiation and Imaging Sciences, Diagnostic Medical Sonography Concentration, BAS

The BAS concentration in Diagnostic Medical Sonography is designed for individuals who have completed diagnostic medical sonography educational programs and want to advance their knowledge and skills within this specialty.

The curriculum includes an overview of business and administrative functions in healthcare, foundational knowledge in information systems and accreditation, and essentials of leadership, along with advanced ultrasound imaging expertise.

The degree includes 180 credits, 50 of those included from the national certification and 40 from prerequisite/co-requisite work.  The other 90 credits are 300-400 level classes in the Radiation and Imaging Sciences and Healthcare Management and Leadership programs, as well as general education courses in economics, communications, and ethics.

Learning Outcomes

Degree recipients should possess the following skills and abilities:

• Apply administrative and business skills to solve problems, evaluate outcomes, and assess quality and performance in healthcare settings
• Demonstrate an understanding of leadership, ethical and multicultural issues as they pertain to healthcare
• Apply effective communication and management practices in healthcare settings
• Apply economic and financial management principles to healthcare organizations
• Apply advanced skills and concepts in clinical ultrasound imaging.

Program Eligibility

Individuals must have:

• National certification in Diagnostic Ultrasound
• Demonstrated completion from a regionally accredited college of the following courses, or their equivalent, with a grade point average of 2.0 or better:
  • BIOL& 241 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I  & II  
  • English composition course

Degree Requirements

In addition to eligibility requirements, students must achieve the following:

• A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 for all coursework taken at BC and the courses applied to the degree, including credits transferred from other colleges.
• At least 45 quarter credits for the degree must be completed in residence at BC, of which 30 credits must be upper division.

Application Process

This is a selective admissions program. Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission, as the number of qualified applicants may exceed the number of available seats in the program. It is recommended that students meet with the program manager before filling out the BAS application to make sure they qualify.  Check the program’s website today to see if you are ready to apply and schedule an appointment.

To be considered for the Bachelor of Applied Science in Radiation and Imaging Sciences- Diagnostic Medical Sonography, prospective students must submit the following:

1. First-time Bellevue College students must apply for General Admission before filling out the BAS degree application. Processing time for general admissions is typically 1-3 business days.
2. All students who have transfer credits will need to follow the steps for submitting official transcripts from all regionally accredited colleges attended other than Bellevue College. This will include completing the program-specific Transfer Credit Request form for each transcript. Your application can be reviewed with unofficial transcripts. However, your acceptance into the program will not be determined until official transcripts have been received and evaluated.
3. Fill out and submit the BAS application. The Application Fee of $50 will be accepted at the time of completion. You will also be required to upload all unofficial transcripts if not already on file with Bellevue College.