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UltraSound Institute© TABLE OF CONTENTS ......................................................................................................................... GENERAL INFORMATION ....................................................................................................... 3 .............................................................................................................................. ADMISSIONS POLICIES ....................................................................................................... 3–5 ...................................................................................................................... FINANCIAL INFORMATION ....................................................................................................... 5–7 ...................................................................................... PROGRAM TERMINATION/CANCELLATION ...................................................................................................... 7 ACADEMIC AND ATTENDANCE POLICIES ....................................................................................................... 7–9 .................................................................................................................... EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE ..................................................................................................... 9 ................................................................................... SCHOOL REGULATIONS AND INFORMATION ..................................................................................................... 10 – 11 ....................................................................................................................... PROGRAM INFORMATION ...................................................................................................... 11 Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program (DMS) .......................................................................................................

11 – 12

Cardiovascular Sonography Program (CVS) ......................................................................................................

13 – 14

Full-Body Sonography (DMS/CVS/VS) Program (FBS) .....................................................................................................

14 – 16

Vascular Sonography Program (VS) ......................................................................................................

16 – 17

Pediatric Echocardiography Program (PE) ......................................................................................................

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GENERAL INFORMATION o USI COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE The UltraSound Institute (USI) is committed to excellence in education. It is our mission to provide a top quality distance education followed by an on-site, hands-on clinical externship in a medical facility. USI enables students to develop and exhibit the professional skills, personal behaviors, and a record of reliability necessary to successfully obtain entry-level employment as a medical sonographer. To support our mission, our objectives are to:  Provide stimulating and supportive programs which encourage students to graduate.  Enable students to improve their lives economically and professionally.  Meet workforce demands for ultrasound professionals by providing an excellent and innovative education.  Provide a caring and qualified faculty and staff committed to the professional and academic success of each student.  Provide relevant, comprehensive program content which enables students to qualify for the appropriate accrediting registry examinations.  Provide a quality comprehensive curriculum which meets the expectations of the employers.  Provide resources for the personal growth of our students for the improvement of the communities they are part of.

o ACCREDITATION The UltraSound Institute is currently working towards accreditation for our programs.

o CATALOG AND POLICIES Students are expected to be familiar with the information presented in this catalog and any addendum to the catalog. This catalog shall serve as a handbook for the student. By enrolling in the UltraSound Institute, the student agrees to abide by all policies of USI. Changes and modifications can be made to this catalog by the staff of USI without prior notice. The most updated USI catalog shall be enforced for all students.

ADMISSIONS POLICIES o ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS USI encourages the applications of qualified students regardless of race, sex, color, religion or national origin. Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Cardiovascular Sonography/Full-Body Sonography applicants MUST: Possess a high school diploma or GED (High school diplomas in languages other than English must be translated at the sole expense of the applicant)  Demonstrate an ability to benefit from the programs offered at USI  Be 18 years of age or older  Have completed the following courses in either High School or College: o Algebra/College Math (only ONE is required) o Biology/Chemistry/Physics (only ONE is required) o English The following Admissions Requirements are preferred:  Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in any major  Graduate of or the equivalent of, a single 2-yr allied health patient care related program which is a minimum of 24 calendar months, 60 semester credits, or 84 quarter credits. 

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Pediatric Echocardiography Program admission requirements:  Applicant MUST be a certified Cardiovascular Sonographer to be considered for acceptance into the program.

o ADMISSIONS PROCEDURES 

Admissions applications are reviewed by the Director of Admissions and the academic board on an individual basis. All relevant information submitted will be reviewed and used in the determination of acceptance into USI. Upon acceptance to USI an official letter of acceptance will be sent to the student within 3 business days. All applicants are required to complete a telephone interview upon admission to USI. This interview enables school administrators to help guide the student in determining which USI program is best suited to enroll into. The telephone interview process also provides an opportunity for an applicant to ask questions relating to the curriculum, career objectives, and financial assistance incorporated by USI.

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The following items are required to complete the enrollment process:  Application for Admission/Paid Application Fee  Tuition Agreement  Copy of a High School diploma or GED certificate  Documentation providing evidence of required education  Satisfactory personal interview  Registration/Paid Registration Fee The school reserves the right to reject any applicant if the items listed above are not successfully completed.

o BACKGROUND CHECKS AND DRUG TESTING       

Agencies and institutions that accept students for clinical rotations and employment upon graduation may conduct criminal and/or personal background checks as well as random drug testing. The student is responsible for any and all costs associated with these requirements. USI requires ALL students to agree to the criminal background check and random drug test requirements of the clinical externship facility requesting such checking/testing. Students with criminal records which may include both felonies and/or misdemeanors may not be accepted for placement by certain facilities for clinical externship. Random drug testing may be required by healthcare facilities before acceptance or during the clinical externship. If at any time a student tests positive, the student will be removed from the clinical site and may be subject to withdrawal from the program. Applicants to the program who have questions regarding how these issues may affect their clinical placement, ability to graduate, or potential employment should discuss this with an Admissions Advisor, Director, or Administrator of USI. The UltraSound Institute does not have any authority regarding the policies and procedures, as well as any decisions of a clinical externship facility. Any student who is not able to be placed on, or is dismissed from a clinical externship due to an adverse result of a criminal or drug related act, will be responsible to find their own clinical externship site or, in an extreme case, will be dismissed permanently from the program.

o HEALTH SCREENING AND IMMUNIZATIONS All Diagnostic Medical Sonography and CardioVascular Sonography students are required to submit proof of immunization from diphtheria, pertussis, and tetanus (DPT), measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR), and Tuberculosis (TB) within 60 days prior to the commencement of clinical externships. Completion of these items and the costs incurred are the sole responsibility of the student. No student will be assigned to a clinical externship without submission of the required immunization forms. UltraSound Institute © Revised: January 2015/MP

o CPR (CARDIO-PULMONARY RESUSCITATION) TRAINING   

All students are required to obtain Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification in order to be placed in a clinical externship. Satisfactory completion of a Basic Life Support (CPR) course is required before a student can begin a clinical externship. The student shall submit evidence of valid CPR certification no later than 30 days prior to commencement of clinical externship.

o CONDITIONAL ACCEPTANCE USI may conditionally accept an applicant who is a high school graduate but who does not have proof of graduation immediately available.  Proof of graduation must be provided within 90 days of course start for all conditionally accepted students.  Students who fail to provide such proof within 90 days will be dismissed from the program.

o INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS The UltraSound Institute does enroll international students. All international applicants must meet the same admission requirements as U.S. citizens.

o TRANSFER OF ACADEMIC CREDITS AND WORK EXPERIENCE CREDIT         

All requests for credit must be made prior to the start of the student’s program of study. An applicant or student may receive transfer credit for a course previously taken, if the request is made prior to the start date of the course for which credit is sought. The UltraSound Institute will review transcripts from previous institutions for which credits, if any, may be granted. Students petitioning for transfer credits must request an official transcript from the institution where the credits were issued. The UltraSound Institute does require the transcript be accompanied by a course description for the course(s) which transfer credit is being sought. Hours will be considered for transfer credit toward graduation if a grade of C or better was achieved and the course description is identical to that being offered by USI. All work experience must be documented in such a manner where all the duties performed are listed in detail with specification of hours for each task/duty. In either work experience or transfer credit situations, decisions are made on an individual basis and may require some additional testing and/or clinical/scanning assessments. Any student who receives transfer or work experience credits may have the program tuition charge pro-rated accordingly.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION o TUITION AND FEES    

Students may pay tuition and fees in the form of credit card, debit card (which display the Visa or MasterCard logo), and PayPal ONLY. USI no longer accepts personal checks or money orders. Tuition is due based on the terms in the student enrollment agreement, and any supplemental payment plan agreed to during the financial assistance interview. Students unable to make timely tuition payments must speak with a financial advisor of USI to discuss the situation and a possible remedy. A new payment arrangement may be reached, which will aid in ensuring that the student may continue in their program of study. Unexcused late or missed payments may be cause for suspension or dismissal.

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The Tuition and Fee schedule are as follows:

DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY PROGRAM (DMS): o o o

Tuition: $19,995.00 *Registration Fee: $100.00 *Application Fee: $35.00

CARDIOVASCULAR SONOGRAPHY PROGRAM (CVS): o o o

Tuition: $19,950.00 *Registration Fee: $100.00 *Application: $35.00

FULL-BODY PROGRAM (DMS, CVS and VASCULAR PROGRAMS): o o o

Tuition: $29,995.00 *Registration Fee: $100.00 *Application Fee: $35.00

VASCULAR SONOGRAPHY PROGRAM (VT): o o o

Tuition: $9,795.00 *Registration Fee: $100.00 *Application Fee: $35.00

PEDIATRIC ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY PROGRAM (PE): o o o

Tuition: $2,795.00 *Registration Fee: $100.00 *Application Fee: $35.00

*- Fees are NON-REFUNDABLE

TUITION and FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

GRADUATION/CERTIFICATION PROCESSING: o

Fee: $365.00

This fee is for all students and must be paid in full prior to issuing of certification and official transcripts.

o USI FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Students cannot always easily afford to pay their educational costs!  USI offers students an internal financial assistance program designed to assist students in meeting their educational costs through an affordable method.  USI offers their internal financial assistance program to *eligible students.  A student must officially be accepted into a USI program prior to applying for financial assistance.  In order to assist applicants in completing their financing prior to the beginning of the program, USI will require an individual financial interview for each applicant so as to insure a timely and completed financial application. To meet eligibility for the USI Financial Assistance Program the applicant must: o Be enrolled as a student in good standing in any of the USI programs. o Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen. o Can demonstrate the ability to meet the monthly payment obligation. o Has not entered into a payment plan with USI or any other educational institute within the past year/12 months.

* USI Financial Assistance Program eligibility/approval is NOT credit based. UltraSound Institute © Revised: January 2015/MP

o USI REFUND POLICIES   

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A student may cancel their enrollment within 72 hours (three days) of signing the enrollment agreement for any reason. In the event that a student cancels their enrollment within 72 hours, all monies paid to USI will be refunded (with the exception of the non-refundable application and registration fees). If a student cancels his enrollment after 72 hours (three days) but prior to the first day of the program or has not accessed any portion of the online courses, the student will receive a prorated refund of the tuition monies paid to USI, with the exception of the non-refundable application fee or registration fee. Withdrawal or termination after a program has begun or once any course has been accessed by the student shall result in a prorated* refund ONLY to those students that have paid tuition in full. Withdrawal or termination after a program has begun or once any course has been accessed by the student if enrolled in any type of tuition payment plan, NO refund will be issued. A $279.00 withdrawal/cancellation fee plus a $59.00 administrative fee will be charged at the time of withdrawal/cancellation. NO ACCEPTIONS. Students must submit requests* for cancellation or withdrawal in writing directly to the UltraSound Institute Education Dept. in order to begin the cancellation/withdrawal process.

*Students are required to submit the written request for cancellation/withdrawal to educationdept@sonoinstitute.com. *Prorated refund amount will be determined by an administrator of USI.

PROGRAM TERMINATION/CANCELLATION In the event classes are permanently cancelled by USI, the student will be entitled to a refund of any tuition monies already paid for their cancelled classes (with the exception of the non-refundable application and registration fees).

ACADEMIC AND ATTENDANCE POLICIES o ATTENDANCE POLICY 1. Students should complete each module of study by the designated time given for each module. (modules are 6 weeks in length). 2. In the event of documented extenuating circumstances, any student who cannot complete one or more modules in succession, may be eligible for excused absence status and may resume with their modules of study on a date determined by both the student and a USI student advisor. 3. Excused absences must be supported by proper documentation that clearly states the dates that are excused and the original document must be turned into the Education Department. Excused absences that are permitted with proper documentation: Illness (self or immediate family) Bereavement Jury Duty Court Appearances Military Duty 4. Students are expected to complete 100% of their externship hours. However, in the event of an unforeseen absence from a clinical externship, students may not be required to make up the absence as long as total absences do not exceed 20% of the clinical externship requirement. 5. Students who are absent for seven consecutive clinical externship days may be terminated from the program. 6. Students who demonstrate poor attendance performance may receive warnings and/or be required to complete a performance improvement plan to demonstrate their ability to succeed. UltraSound Institute © Revised: January 2015/MP

o GRADING SYSTEM USI uses the following grading system:

A - 90-100 – Excellent B - 80-89 - Above Average P- Pass F- Fail

C - 65-79 – Average F - 64 or below - Fail

 All Laboratory Courses and Clinical Externship grades are Pass/Fail only.  Lab and Clinic Externship grades are comprised of satisfactory assigned protocols, and successfully completed lab and clinical training hours.

o CLINICAL EXTERNSHIP               

Clinical externships are designed to be instructional by nature by providing students with hands-on experience in a clinical setting. Clinical training is a cooperative effort between the school, student and the externship site. Students, who successfully complete the didactic portion of their program and receive instructor approval, will be placed on a clinical externship. All students on externship or enrolled in clinic courses are supervised by approved facility staff. As a simulated work environment, the clinical site expects the student to obey all rules and regulations regarding the site and clinical assignment. This includes punctuality and reliability of attendance. Students are expected to complete 100% of the required externship/clinic hours. The clinical site has the right to remove any student who demonstrates disregard for program and/or clinical site policies and procedures. Although it is our intention to accommodate our students’ schedule and time preferences, most externship hours are attended during the daytime since most offices, clinics, and other medical sites generally operate during daytime hours only. All students will be required to make necessary arrangement to complete their externship hours on their own. Externship is competed upon conclusion of all students’ didactic portion of the program. The start date of a student’s externship will typically be within thirty days of the date the student completes the didactic portion of the program. The school will attempt to assign sites that are within a thirty (30) mile radius of the students’ home and that are convenient for the student although this might not always be possible. Based on clinical site availability, students may be required to complete their externship at more than one (1) site. Some clinical sites may require a criminal background check and drug testing prior to commencement of the student’s externship at the site. Students who decline two (2) externship sites may be required to withdraw from the program. In this event, the school makes no assurances as to when or if other clinical externship sites will be available.

o GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS A certificate will be presented to a student who has: o Successfully completed all required courses in their program of study. o Successfully completed their clinical externship. o Fulfilled all financial obligations to USI including the Graduation fee.

o LEAVE OF ABSENCE Students who experience an interruption in their studies due to a medical emergency or to extenuating circumstances may request a Leave of Absence from the school.  A request for leave of absence must be in writing and must specify the beginning and ending date of the requested leave.  Only one leave of absence may be granted during any given program.  Approval of a request for a leave of absence is granted on an individual basis. UltraSound Institute © Revised: January 2015/MP

The following circumstances may qualify a student for a leave of absence: 1. Military Duty 4. Financial 2. Medical 5. Family Care (loss of childcare and medical care of family) 3. Jury Duty Students who fail to return to class on the scheduled date will be withdrawn from the school.

o RE-ADMISSION A student who withdraws in good standing may be readmitted to the school provided that all required paperwork is completed, and the student is current with his or her financial obligation to the school. All such requests must be in writing and must set forth valid reasons for granting the request, and must be submitted to Education Dept. Students are allowed no more than two interrupts. To re-enter a second time, a student will only be re-admitted in those circumstances where a verifiable emergency existed. No student will be re-admitted a third time. Due to the intense nature of our programs, students who apply to re-enter more than a year after interrupting will be required to perform a “test-out” examination process for previously credited courses, and will be fully assessed prior to being permitted to continue with the program. USI reserves the right to readmit a student on a probationary basis. Readmitted students: • will be assessed a $249.00 readmission fee •must sign a new and current tuition agreement • will be charged tuition at the prevailing rate.

EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE The UltraSound Institute provides job search assistance for graduates in good standing for as long as the graduate cooperates with The UltraSound Institute. USI cannot and does not promise or guarantee employment upon graduation. Job search assistance will include some or all of the following: o Interviewing Skills Conference o Resume Preparation Assistance o Interviewing Scheduling o Job Search Techniques Assistance Attendance and participation to the above mentioned assistance programs and approaching job opportunities with a positive attitude are important factors in finding employment. Maintaining regular contact with the USI career services department can be critical in the job search as is an understanding that this search can take an undetermined period of time. Potential employers may consider attitude, grades, attendance, personal performance and an interview in making a final hire decision. The assistance offered at USI is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions. Graduates must understand and adapt to the entry level position approach; by being flexible with starting salaries, hours and location.

o ADVISING The staff and faculty at The UltraSound Institute are available for advising and consultations at anytime. Those students, who may need specialized counseling outside of the USI staff, will be referred to qualified counselors in their area of residence.

o USI EDUCATIONAL TECHNICAL SUPPORT Support is provided through a variety of communication avenues, including online, phone, and email support. Instructors may at times be able to provide technical support if appropriate.

o USI FACULTY ACCESS HOURS Students will have access to faculty via email 24 hours a day 7 days a week, to answer both technical and content questions related to the course of study. UltraSound Institute © Revised: January 2015/MP

SCHOOL REGULATIONS AND INFORMATION GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE A student with a grievance is encouraged to resolve the grievance, whenever possible, through normal administrative channels. If the student is unable to satisfactorily resolve the grievance with the appropriate individual or department, the student is encouraged to address such grievance with USI Administration.

STUDENT’S RIGHT TO PRIVACY AND ACCESS RECORDS The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) afford students certain rights with respect to their educational records. o Each student enrolled at USI shall have the right to inspect and review the contents of his/her educational records. o A student’s educational records are defined as files, materials, or documents, including those in electronic format, that contain information directly related to the student and are maintained by the institution, except as provided by law. Access to a student’s education records is afforded to school officials who have a legitimate educational interest in the records. o Students may request a review of their educational records by submitting a written request to the Education Dept. o Students may request that the institution amend any of their educational records, if they believe the record contains information that is inaccurate. The request must be made in writing to the Education Dept., with the reason for the request. o Grades and course evaluations can be challenged only on the grounds that they are improperly recorded. o The instructor or the administrator involved will review the request, and determine whether to retain, change, or delete the disputed data. o The student will be notified of the final decision. o Copies of student challenges and any written documentation regarding the contents of the student’s records will be retained as part of the student’s permanent record.

o TRANSCRIPTS     

A transcript of final grades will be retained with the student’s permanent record. An official transcript is given to the student upon completion of his/her program. Requests for additional transcripts may be made in writing to the Education Dept. There is a charge of $15.00 for each official transcript request. A student is not eligible to receive a transcript if he is not in good financial standing with USI.

o TRANSFERABILITY OF CREDIT Transfer of Credit to Other Schools o USI can not guarantee that coursework completed at USI will be accepted by or transferable to any certain college, university, or other institution. o Each institution has its own policies governing the acceptance of credit from other institutions. o Students should inquire as to policies on credit transfer at any institution to which they seek admission.

PROGRAM INFORMATION o MODULES o o o o

The school delivers its programs in modular format. The length of each module will be a minimum of six (6) weeks. A module may contain one or more complete courses. Grades are issued for each course within the module, at the end of each module.

o PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS Professional registrations required for certain employment opportunities may be available through independent agencies. Certification (which will be issued by USI upon successful completion of any of the programs) is required for employment as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer or CardioVascular Sonographer. Diagnostic Medical Sonography and CardioVascular Sonography programs are designed to cover the material necessary to prepare graduates of The UltraSound Institute for the registry exams. Individual success on these exams will be dependent upon the graduate. USI students are eligible to sit for the SPI (Physics) registry exam offered through the ARDM, immediately upon successful completion of Module I (Physics & Instrumentation course).

DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY (DMS) CERTIFICATE PROGRAM o DMS PROGRAM OBJECTIVE The Diagnostic Medical Sonography program is designed to provide students adequate opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skills, and professional behaviors required of an entry-level sonographer. The DMS program objectives are as follows:  Obtain, review, and integrate pertinent patient history and supporting clinical data to facilitate optimum diagnostic results.  Perform appropriate procedures and record anatomic, pathologic and/or physiologic data for interpretation by a physician.  Record, analyze, and process diagnostic data and other pertinent observations made during the procedure for presentation to the interpreting physician.  Exercise discretion and judgment in the performance of sonographic and/or other noninvasive diagnostic procedures.  Demonstrate appropriate communication skills with patients and colleagues.  Provide patient education related to medical ultrasound and/or other non-invasive diagnostic techniques, and promote the principles of good health.

o DMS PROGRAM HOURS/LENGTH Total lecture hours: 1520 Total laboratory hours: UNLIMITED (using SonoSim scanning training system) Total clinical externship hours: 900 Program Length: 24 months Students are responsible for transportation to and from the clinical externship site, as well as meals and parking.

o DMS COURSE DESCRIPTIONS MODULE I: Ultrasound Physics & Instrumentation (150 hrs) Medical Ethics (100 hrs) 250 hours The physics course focuses on the basic mathematical and physical principles and instrumentation of ultrasound. This course will introduce Doppler physics and instrumentation and spectral analysis, also covered are core curriculum sections of basic and advanced mathematics. A course in Medical Ethics and Legal Issues is also covered. Prerequisite: NONE MODULE II: Anatomy & Physiology (110 hrs) Medical Terminology (100 hrs) 210 hours The A&P course will cover the anatomy, physiology, and relevant pathologies of the various body systems. Medical Terminology course covers applied medical terminology which will aid in developing a working knowledge of anatomic, pathologic, and sonographic descriptive. Prerequisite: PHYSICS UltraSound Institute © Revised: January 2015/MP

MODULE III: General Sonography I 210 hours This module will focus on the upper abdomen, biliary system, pancreas, reticuloendothelial system and the renal (kidneys) system, including the urinary bladder, adrenal glands. The anatomy, physiology, relevant pathologies, sonographic interpretation and scan techniques relevant to these systems. Prerequisite: MOD II MODULE IV: General Sonography II 210 hours Obstetrics and Gynecology are the focus in this module. The female reproductive system, the processes of fertilization and early embryological development are covered in detail. First trimester normal development and complications are studied as well as the normal development and placenta throughout the second trimester. Prerequisite: MOD III MODULE V: General Sonography III 210 hours This module will focus on second and third trimester complications of pregnancy, both maternal and fetal. Fetal congenital abnormalities and fetal well-being studies including BioPhysical Profile will be studied. Prerequisite: MOD IV MODULE VI: General Sonography IV 160 hours The male reproductive system and small parts are covered in this course. Small parts covered in this course include the thyroid, scrotum (testicular), and superficial structures. The anatomy, physiology, relevant pathologies, sonographic interpretation and scan techniques of the male reproductive system and small parts are covered. Prerequisite: MOD V MODULE VII: General Sonography V 160 hours Ultrasound of the extremities, including the popliteal fossa and lower limb are studied in this course. This module will focus mainly on vascular ultrasound which will include venous Doppler and carotid artery imaging. Doppler applications for general abdominal, gynecological, and small parts ultrasound as well as the vascular system will be covered. Prerequisite: MOD VI MODULE VIII: Registry Review *

110 hours

This is a comprehensive review of all the courses covered within the DMS program. This module is a preparation for the National Registry Examinations, offered through the ARDMS and CCI. A mock registry examination is given at the conclusion of this review course and will be the Final Exam for this course. Prerequisite: MODS I â&#x20AC;&#x201C; VII CLN101 - Clinical Externship 900 hours (On-Site) The clinical externship is completed at a medical facility and/or diagnostic imaging centers. Students are required to observe and record cases, perform sonographic examinations with assistance, and perform complete sonographic examinations without assistance: under the supervision of a clinical instructor. Students will be required to maintain logs of studies both observed and performed during the clinical externship. Clinical students will be required to present case studies to USI, of which they have performed on the clinical externship. Prerequisites: MODS I - VII * The Registry Review (MODULE VIII) CAN be taken after completion of the Clinical Externship.

CARDIOVASCULAR SONOGRAPHY (CVS) CERTIFICATE PROGRAM o CVS PROGRAM OBJECTIVE The programs are designed to provide students adequate opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skills, and professional behaviors required of an entry-level cardiovascular sonographer. The CVS program objectives are as follows: 1. Gain both didactic knowledge and practical experience in cardiovascular science, EKG, and echocardiography. UltraSound Institute ÂŠ Revised: January 2015/MP

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Perform non-invasive echocardiographic examinations under the direction of a physician/cardiologist. Record, analyze, and process diagnostic data and other pertinent observations made during the procedure for presentation to the interpreting physician. Exercise discretion and judgment in the performance of non-invasive diagnostic cardiovascular/echocardiographic sonography procedures. Demonstrate appropriate communication skills with patients and colleagues. Provide patient education related to cardiovascular sonography and/or other non-invasive diagnostic techniques, and promote the principles of good health.

o CVS PROGRAM HOURS Total lecture hours: 1520 Total laboratory hours: UNLIMITED (using SonoSim scanning training system) Total clinical externship hours: 900 Program Length: 24 months Students are responsible for transportation to and from the clinical externship site, as well as meals and parking .

o CVS COURSE DESCRIPTIONS MODULE I: Ultrasound Physics & Instrumentation (150 hrs) Medical Ethics (100 hrs) 250 hours The physics course focuses on the basic mathematical and physical principles and instrumentation of ultrasound. This course will introduce Doppler physics and instrumentation and spectral analysis, also covered are core curriculum sections of basic and advanced mathematics. A course in Medical Ethics and Legal Issues is also covered. Prerequisite: NONE MODULE II: Anatomy & Physiology (110 hrs) Medical Terminology (100 hrs) 210 hours The A&P course will cover the anatomy, physiology, and relevant pathologies of the various body systems. Medical Terminology course covers applied medical terminology which will aid in developing a working knowledge of anatomic, pathologic, and sonographic descriptive. Prerequisite: PHYSICS MODULE III: Cardiovascular Sonography I 160 hours The focus of this module will be on EKG diagnostic testing. Topics covered will include learning the proper techniques for a basic 12 lead EKG examination including lead placement, proper setup, and patient preparation. Basic life support skills are also in this module. Prerequisite: MOD II MODULE IV: Cardiovascular Sonography II 160 hours This module will cover instruction in the performance of vascular hemodynamic principles, and in the performance of normal and abnormal vascular ultrasound. Vascular interrogation through ultrasound and plethysmographic techniques are studied. Physiologic and anatomical concepts are covered which will aid the student in becoming familiar with the different vascular diagnosis. Prerequisite: MOD III MODULE V: Cardiovascular Sonography III 210 hours Cerebrovascular disease and testing, and intracranial cerebrovascular disease and testing. This module will introduce instruction on imaging techniques, diagnostic criteria, pitfalls, invasive diagnostic techniques (angiography, TEE), medical therapy, and surgical treatment. Prerequisite: MOD IV MODULE VI: Cardiovascular Sonography IV 210 hours The focus of this module will be on basic echocardiography. Topics covered include employment of ultrasound imaging in cardiac evaluation, understanding of imaging planes, anatomy and techniques of instrumentation involved in echocardiography studies. M-mode, 2-d, Spectral Doppler and color flow studies are covered. Prerequisite: MOD V MODULE VII: Cardiovascular Sonography V 210 hours An advanced echocardiographic course which examines the pathophysiology of cardiac disease, echocardiographic techniques and instrumentation required for the proper diagnostic evaluation of disease process, and advanced techniques of echocardiography. Prerequisite: MOD VI UltraSound Institute ÂŠ Revised: January 2015/MP

MODULE VIII: Registry Review * 110 hours This is a comprehensive review of all the courses covered within the DMS program. This module is a preparation for the National Registry Examinations, offered through the ARDMS and CCI. A mock registry examination is given at the conclusion of this review course and will be the Final Exam for this course. Prerequisite: MODS I â&#x20AC;&#x201C; VII CLN101 - Clinical Externship 900 hours (On-Site) The clinical externship is completed at a medical facility and/or diagnostic imaging centers. Students are required to observe and record cases, perform sonographic examinations with assistance, and perform complete sonographic examinations without assistance: under the supervision of a clinical instructor. Students will be required to maintain logs of studies both observed and performed during the clinical externship. Clinical students will be required to present case studies to USI, of which they have performed on the clinical externship. Prerequisites: MODS I - VII * The Registry Review (MODULE VIII) CAN be taken after completion of the Clinical Externship.

FULL BODY SONOGRAPHY PROGRAM (FBS) (DMS, CVS, and VASCULAR SONOGRAPHY) Upon successful completion of the FBS Program, the graduate will be triple certified as a FULL BODY SONOGRAPHER A Full Body Sonographer is an ELITE status to hold within the Medical Ultrasound Industry.

o FBS PROGRAM OBJECTIVE The full-body certificate program is designed to provide students adequate opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skills, and professional behaviors required of an entry-level full body sonographer. The FBS program objectives are as follows: o Obtain, review, and integrate pertinent patient history and supporting clinical data to facilitate optimum diagnostic results. o Gain both didactic knowledge and practical experience in diagnostic medical sonography, cardiovascular science, EKG, and echocardiography. o Perform non-invasive sonographic/echocardiographic examinations under the direction of a physician/cardiologist. o Record, analyze, and process diagnostic data and other pertinent observations made during the procedure for presentation to the interpreting physician. o Exercise discretion and judgment in the performance of non-invasive diagnostic medical and /or cardiovascular sonography procedures. o Demonstrate appropriate communication skills with patients and colleagues. o Provide patient education related to medical ultrasound and/or other non-invasive diagnostic techniques, and promote the principles of good health.

o FBS PROGRAM HOURS Total lecture hours: 2630 Total laboratory hours: UNLIMITED (using SonoSim scanning training system) Total clinical externship hours: 1800 Program Length: 36 months Students are responsible for transportation to and from the clinical externship site, as well as meals and parking .

o FBS COURSE DESCRIPTIONS MODULE I: Ultrasound Physics & Instrumentation (150 hrs) Medical Ethics (100 hrs) 250 hours The physics course focuses on the basic and advanced mathematical and physical principles and instrumentation of ultrasound. This course will introduce Doppler physics and instrumentation and spectral analysis. A course in Medical Ethics and Legal Issues is also covered. Prerequisite: NONE UltraSound Institute ÂŠ Revised: January 2015/MP

MODULE II: Anatomy & Physiology (110 hrs) Medical Terminology (100 hrs) 210 hours The A&P course will cover the anatomy, physiology, and relevant pathologies of the various body systems. Medical Terminology course covers applied medical terminology which will aid in developing a working knowledge of anatomic, pathologic, and sonographic descriptive. Prerequisite: PHYSICS MODULE III: General Sonography I 210 hours This module will focus on the upper abdomen, biliary system, pancreas, reticuloendothelial system and the renal (kidneys) system, including the urinary bladder, adrenal glands. The anatomy, physiology, relevant pathologies, sonographic interpretation and scan techniques relevant to these systems. Prerequisite: MOD II MODULE IV: General Sonography II 210 hours Obstetrics and Gynecology are the focus in this module. The female reproductive system, the processes of fertilization and early embryological development are covered in detail. First trimester normal development and complications are studied as well as the normal development and placenta throughout the second trimester. Prerequisite: MOD III MODULE V: General Sonography III 210 hours This module will focus on second and third trimester complications of pregnancy, both maternal and fetal. Fetal congenital abnormalities and fetal well-being studies including BioPhysical Profile will be studied. Prerequisite: MOD IV MODULE VI: General Sonography IV 160 hours The male reproductive system and small parts are covered in this module. Small parts covered in this course include the thyroid, scrotum (testicular), and superficial structures. The anatomy, physiology, relevant pathologies, sonographic interpretation and scan techniques of the male reproductive system and small parts are covered. Prerequisite: MOD V MODULE VII: General Sonography V 160 hours Ultrasound of the extremities, including the popliteal fossa and lower limb are studied in this module. This module will focus mainly on vascular ultrasound which will include venous Doppler and carotid artery imaging. Doppler applications for general abdominal, gynecological, and small parts ultrasound as well as the vascular system will be covered. Prerequisite: MOD VI MODULE VIII: Cardiovascular Sonography I 160 hours The focus of this course will be on EKG diagnostic testing. Topics covered will include learning the proper techniques for a basic 12 lead EKG examination including lead placement, proper setup, and patient preparation. Basic life support skills are also in this module. Prerequisite: MOD VII MODULE IX: Cardiovascular Sonography II 160 hours This module will cover instruction in the performance of vascular hemodynamic principles, and in the performance of normal and abnormal vascular ultrasound. Vascular interrogation through ultrasound and plethysmographic techniques are studied. Physiologic and anatomical concepts are covered which will aid the student in becoming familiar with the different vascular diagnosis. Prerequisite: MOD VIII MODULE X: Cardiovascular Sonography III 210 hours Cerebrovascular disease and testing, and intracranial cerebrovascular disease and testing. This module will introduce instruction on imaging techniques, diagnostic criteria, pitfalls, invasive diagnostic techniques (angiography, TEE), medical therapy, and surgical treatment. Prerequisite: MOD IX MODULE XI: Cardiovascular Sonography IV 210 hours The focus of this module will be on basic echocardiography. Topics covered include employment of ultrasound imaging in cardiac evaluation, understanding of imaging planes, anatomy and techniques of instrumentation involved in echocardiography studies. M-mode, 2-d, Spectral Doppler and color flow studies are covered. Prerequisite: MOD X UltraSound Institute ÂŠ Revised: January 2015/MP

MODULE XII: Cardiovascular Sonography V 210 hours An advanced echocardiographic course which examines the pathophysiology of cardiac disease, echocardiographic techniques and instrumentation required for the proper diagnostic evaluation of disease process, and advanced techniques of echocardiography. Prerequisite: MOD XI MODULE XIII: Vascular Sonography 210 hours This module provides instruction in arterial evaluation, cerebrovascular evaluation, and venous evaluation which includes invasive test procedures, medical therapy, surgical therapy and nonsurgical procedures. This comprehensive module will adequately prepare you to confidently perform all aspects of vascular sonography. Prerequisite: MOD XII MODULE XIV: Registry Review * 160 hours This is a comprehensive review of all the courses covered within the DMS/CVS and Vascular programs. This module is a preparation for the National Registry Examinations, offered through the ARDMS and CCI. Mock registry examinations are given as the Mid-Term and the Final Exam for this course. Prerequisite: MODS I â&#x20AC;&#x201C; XIII CLN101 - Clinical Externship 1800 hours (On-Site) The clinical externship is completed at a medical facility and/or diagnostic imaging centers. Students are required to observe and record cases, perform sonographic examinations with assistance, and perform complete sonographic examinations without assistance: under the supervision of a clinical instructor. Students will be required to maintain logs of studies both observed and performed during the clinical externship. Clinical students will be required to present case studies to USI, of which they have performed on the clinical externship. Prerequisites: MODS I - VII * The Registry Review (MODULE XIII) CAN be taken after completion of the Clinical Externship.

VASCULAR SONOGRAPHY (VS) o VS PROGRAM OBJECTIVE The program is designed to provide the sonographer adequate opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skills, and professional behaviors required of an entry-level vascular sonographer. This course is also designed to thoroughly prepare a student to successfully challenge the SPI (physics) examination offered through the ARDMS. A Certificate of Completion will be awarded upon successful completion of this program. The VS program objectives are as follows: o Gain didactic knowledge in ultrasound physics and instrumentation, and vascular science. o Gain adequate knowledge and understanding of ultrasound physics to be eligible to challenge the mandatory SPI examination offered through the ARDMS, in order to obtain the RVT registry. * o To competently perform non-invasive vascular examinations under the direction of a physician. o Record, analyze, and process diagnostic data and other pertinent observations made during the procedure for presentation to the interpreting physician. o Exercise discretion and judgment in the performance of non-invasive diagnostic vascular sonography procedures. o Demonstrate appropriate communication skills with patients and colleagues. o Provide patient education related to vascular sonography and/or other non-invasive diagnostic techniques, and promote the principles of good health.

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o VS PROGRAM HOURS Total lecture hours: 420 Total laboratory hours: UNLIMITED (using SonoSim scanning training system) Total clinical externship hours: 900 Program Length: 12 months

o VS COURSE DESCRIPTIONS MODULE I: Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation 210 hours This course focuses on the basic mathematical and physical principles and instrumentation of ultrasound, with focus on pulse-echo principle, propagation, attenuation, image generation, artifacts, and quality assurance. This course will introduce Doppler physics and instrumentation and spectral analysis, also covered are core curriculum sections of basic and advanced mathematics. MODULE II: Vascular Sonography 590 hours This course provides instruction in arterial evaluation, cerebrovascular evaluation, and venous evaluation which includes invasive test procedures, medical therapy, surgical therapy and nonsurgical procedures. This comprehensive course will adequately prepare you to confidently perform all aspects of vascular sonography. Prerequisite: PHYSICS

PEDIATRIC ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY (PE) o PE PROGRAM HOURS Total lecture hours: 420 Total laboratory hours: UNLIMITED (using SonoSim scanning training system) Program Length: 12 months MODULE I: Pediatric Echocardiography 1700 hours This Pediatric Echocardiography program is designed to provide cardiac sonographers the adequate knowledge and skills required of an entry level pediatric cardiac sonographer. This comprehensive program will adequately prepare the sonographer to challenge the ARDMS pediatric echocardiography registry examination. Prerequisite: Cardiovascular Sonography Certification

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