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Certificate & Degree Programs 2020-2021 successful completion of their program hours and a score of 80% or higher. Completion of the program does not guarantee a hair stylist license (in any state). The Arizona State Board of Cosmetology may deny a student`s application if they determine that the student does not meet their other requirements for citizenship and/or high school education requirements. If students have concerns about their citizenship status and/or high school education requirements, they are strongly encouraged to immediately contact the Arizona State Board of Cosmetology via its website: HTTPS://BOC.AZ.GOV, give full disclosure of their situation, and save any written response. GateWay Community College will not give refunds or be held liable for graduates who do not receive an Arizona hair stylist license. Program Prerequisites: None. DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE IN DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY (87-107 CREDITS; CODE 3656) To qualify, students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program. Division: Medical Imaging and Cardiopulmonary Sciences Program Director: Bryan Dodd The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Diagnostic Medical Sonography program is designed for students who wish to explore the field of sonography, as well as those who have made a career decision to seek certification from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS). Diagnostic medical sonographers are highly specialized members of the health care team who provide patient services using ultrasound under the direction of a physician. Sonographers provide care essential to diagnostic ultrasound imaging by operating equipment and performing examinations for medical diagnosis. Sonographers have an in-depth knowledge of physics, disease processes, physiology, cross-sectional anatomy, positioning and sonographic techniques necessary to create ultrasound images. Knowledge of darkroom techniques, equipment maintenance, record keeping and film processing are also part of the job. Careers in the field of diagnostic sonography can be found in hospitals, clinics, doctors` offices, and mobile imaging centers. Research, applications, teaching and marketing may be available to sonographers who wish to explore careers in business or industry. Educational information: Clinical affiliations include a cooperative effort with a number of area hospitals, clinics and doctors' offices. Clinical training is required by the ARDMS prior to sitting for the registry examination. This program will prepare students for the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographer examinations in abdomen, obstetrics, and vascular technology. Program Notes: Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program. + indicates course has prerequisites and/or corequisites. Due to the requirements of the program accrediting body, the course of study requires many hours of classroom and 174