Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Dive into Soundwaves, Master Imaging: Elevate Your Career with AMG's Ultrasound Technologist Program!
Become a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Prospective students in this program will receive hands-on training in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS), learning to safely and effectively operate ultrasound equipment to produce diagnostic images for patient evaluation and medical diagnosis. Students will develop scanning skills in Abdominal, Obstetrical & Gynecological (OB/GYN), Pediatric, Musculoskeletal (MSK), and Vascular Sonography, while gaining knowledge of anatomy, pathology, patient care, image acquisition, and professional clinical practices. This training prepares graduates for entry-level employment as diagnostic medical sonographers in a variety of healthcare settings.
Why AMG
- Prerequisites built in — start on day one, no courses needed first
- Train on the latest machines and the ones used in real clinics
- Advanced phantoms for real-world scanning practice
- Highly trained and specialized instructors with a passion for education
- Modern campus, tech-equipped classrooms, student lounges
- Convenient Schedules
- Financial Aid available
Career Outlook
Diagnostic Medical Sonography is one of the fastest-growing professions in healthcare. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), employment of diagnostic medical sonographers is projected to grow 13% from 2024 to 2034, much faster than the average for all occupations. The increasing demand is driven by an aging population, advances in ultrasound technology, and the growing preference for noninvasive diagnostic imaging procedures.
The BLS reports that there were approximately 90,000 diagnostic medical sonographers employed nationwide in 2024, with an estimated 5,800 job openings each year over the next decade due to both workforce growth and retirements.
According to the most recent BLS wage data, the median annual salary for diagnostic medical sonographers was $89,340 in 2024, with earnings varying based on education, certifications, specialty, geographic location, and experience. Many experienced sonographers and those in specialized fields earn well over $100,000 annually.
The Program
A complete six-term path from foundations to registry prep — blending classroom learning, hands-on lab, and supervised clinical experience. This program consists of 2701 total hours, 1094 classroom hours, 704 Lab hours, and 903 clinical hours. Everything you need, all in one place.
24 Months · 6 Terms · On campus Lectures & Lab · Real Clinical Hours
Clinical Externship
Your clinical externship is where you apply your classroom and lab training to real patient care. AMG Medical Institute partners with numerous clinical sites throughout New Jersey, providing supervised hands-on experience alongside healthcare professionals. Students develop the skills, confidence, and competencies needed for entry-level employment as diagnostic medical sonographers. Commitment to travelling to assigned clinical sites is required.
Clinical Placement Policy
At AMG Medical Institute, we are committed to providing every student with a meaningful and high-quality clinical education. Clinical rotations are an essential component of your program and are designed to provide the hands-on experience necessary to develop the knowledge, technical skills, and professionalism required in your chosen healthcare field.
To ensure fairness and consistency in clinical placement assignments, all students are
required to acknowledge and understand the following policies:
Clinical Placement Radius
AMG Medical Institute makes every reasonable effort to assign students to clinical sites that are convenient and accessible whenever possible. However, clinical site availability is determined by our affiliated healthcare facilities, scheduling capacity, and educational
requirements.
Please be advised that:
- Clinical placements may be assigned up to a 60-mile radius from the AMG Medical Institute
campus. - The 60-mile radius is measured from the school campus, not from the student's home address or place of employment.
What You’ll Learn
Anatomy, physiology, and ultrasound physics, then abdomen and OB/GYN, plus small parts, vascular, MSK, and pediatrics — finishing with focused registry prep.
Specialized Courses, One Program
Didactic — the knowledge: anatomy, pathology, physics
Lab — hands-on scanning protocols and skill development
Clinical — real patients at affiliated sites, supervised by preceptors, competency check-offs
Inside Our Campus
The best way to see why join us, is to visit. Our labs feature the newest ultrasound systems plus the machines you’ll use in clinics, advanced phantoms for tough-to-practice exams, fully tech-equipped classrooms, and comfortable student lounges.
Come see it for yourself — schedule a campus tour - call 973-601-5550
Program Length
The program can be completed in approximately 24 months*
Class Schedule
Monday through Friday
9:00 am to 3:00 pm (morning)
5:00 pm to 10:00 pm (evening)
OFFICE HOURS
Monday | Wednesday | Friday
9:00 am to 5:30 pm
Tuesday | Thursday
9:00am to 7:00pm
Next Start Dates
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Accreditation
MSACESS
ARRT
