Title: Medical Sonographer | Education Requirements & Job Details
Headings: Becoming a Sonographer
Becoming a Sonographer
What Does a Sonographer Do?
Workplace Details
Salary and Job Outlook
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Steps to Become a Sonographer
Identify desirable educational programs (and avoid the bad ones).
Earn an associate or bachelor's degree or attend a non-degree program, depending on your circumstances.
Get licensed, based on your state's requirements.
Pass a specialty exam.
Entertain your options for career advancement as experience grows.
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CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
Medical sonography theory
Sonography physics
Sonographic anatomy and pathology
OB/GYN scanning
ASSOCIATE DEGREE
Ethnic and cultural diversity
Instrumentation
Sectional anatomy
Sonography procedures
BACHELOR'S DEGREE
Echocardiography
Fetal scanning
Healthcare ethics
Vascular sonography
Keys to Success as a Medical Sonographer
Necessary Skills and Qualities
Thorough knowledge of anatomy
Attention to detail
Ability to multitask
Good physical health and strength
Dexterity in both arms
Additional Credentials

Content: 40%
Projected Annual Job Openings: 110
SALARY BY METRO AREA: City
Entry Level
Median
Lots of Experience
Baltimore
$55,790
$72,060
$94,300
Frederick
$64,710
$76,230
$97,320
MASSACHUSETTS
Median Salary: $83,500
Bottom 10% (Entry Level): $55,800
Top 10% (Lots of Experience): $105,100
2014-2024 Job Growth: 8%
Projected Annual Job Openings: 50
SALARY BY METRO AREA: City
Entry Level
Median
Lots of Experience
Boston
$51,720
$85,280
$110,780
Worcester
$63,320
$76,090
$105,520
Springfield
$54,590
$73