Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography

The Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography program at Mohawk College equips students with the knowledge and technical skills necessary to produce critical diagnostic cardiac images and data using advanced sonographic technology. Delivered through a blend of classroom instruction, hands-on lab work, simulation training, and clinical placements, the program offers a comprehensive educational experience designed to prepare students for real-world healthcare environments.

Admission Requirements

• A Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
• A graduate of a two-year registered health professions diploma program with six credit hours in Human Anatomy and Physiology, or equivalent, and six more health care-related credit hours (i.e., ethics, psychology, patient care, medical research, etc). Such health occupations include but are not limited to Medical Radiation Technologist, Respiratory Therapist, Registered Practical Nurse, Cardiovascular Technologist, Registered Massage Therapist, Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant
• A graduate of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a registered health professions program with six credit hours in Human Anatomy and Physiology, or equivalent, and six more health care-related hours (i.e., ethics, psychology, patient care, medical research, etc). Such degrees include but are not limited to BSc Kinesiology, BA Kinesiology, BSc Nursing, Bachelor of Medical Radiation Sciences, Bachelor of Health Sciences, Bachelor of Applied Health Sciences, MSc OT and MSc PT
• Applicants that have not been active in their profession within the past 5 years are not eligible to apply to the program

What You’ll Learn

• Develop theoretical and clinical competency in the field of cardiac sonography.
• Apply sonographic physics principles of safety and quality assurance to ensure the proper use of ultrasound waves for cardiac imaging.
• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills while imaging complex cardiac anatomy and assessing hemodynamics.
• Deliver safe and effective patient care and communication through best practice aligning with professional standards, code of ethics and legal requirements.