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Kira
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Spokane Valley, Washington
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how would you become an brain ultrasound technician
what kind of school options do i have? what’s the most effective studying plan?
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Michael Torio
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Hi Kira,
A Brain Ultrasound Technician is also called a Neurosonographer. This professional specializes in taking images of the brain and of the nervous system. The main tool that a Neurosonographer uses is a medical instrument called a transcranial Doppler which uses different levels of frequencies and specialized beam shapes to record the images.
For education, it will take between 1-2 years to complete a certificate program at a community college or a technical school. An Associates Degree will be earned. Then, a Bachelor of Science degree will take 4 years to complete. The program and degree will center around Neurosonography which are based in diagnostic medical sonography and specializes in Neurosonography or Neonatal Neurosonography. Afterwards, an accredited sonography program specializing in Neurosonology must be completed. Neurosonography certification can be obtained by taking and passing the examination.
While in high school, one will need to focus on science and math classes to prepare for a Neurosonography career. Physics, chemistry and biology will be the core science courses. For math, algebra, geometry and statistics and calculus will be needed. Both concentrations will enable you to focus and refine your analytical skills for research; complex problem solving; investigative and innovative critical thinking; attention to detail; etc. Since specialized computer equipment will be utilized in daily tasks, it is best to take computer science classes in dealing with operating computer equipment and with using computer software systems to complete tasks.
Other skills that will need to be built upon center around team building, team work and communication. In any work culture, collaboration among team members, staff and partner departments occur on a daily basis. As a Neurosonographer, communication is essential and critical when dealing with patients, medical personnel and other hospital staff. A college course in public speaking, communications and English will help with one's communication and writing skills. While in high school, the debate team will provide the opportunity to sharpen communication skills which are backed with research and factual data and information.
According to Niche.com, here is a link to the Best Colleges and Universities for Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician Degrees:
- George Washington University
- Rutgers University (New Brunswick)
- Collins Career Technical Center
- Foothill College
- The University of Kansas
- Ogeechee Technical College
- Thomas Jefferson University
- Santa Barbara City College
- St. Catherine University
- Rochester Institute of Technology
https://www.niche.com/colleges/search/best-colleges-with-sonographer-and-ultrasound-technician/
When reviewing colleges and universities, it is best to check the following:
- In-State vs Out of State Tuition
- Internships
- Scholarships
- Career Placement upon graduation
- Course work and offered classes
- Post-Graduate Degrees - Master and Doctoral
Scholarship applications can start to be submitted during your Junior year and will continue throughout your Senior year in high school. It is best to ask your Academic Advisor/School Counselor on the timeline process as well. Scholarship applications will have specific deadlines and requirements to meet in order to be submitted for review and consideration.
You may want to start to compile your resume/portfolio since a majority of scholarship applications will require academic grade point average (GPA), academic accomplishments, school activities (clubs, sports, etc.), community involvement (volunteer, church, etc.), academic and personal recommendations, etc. There may be essay requirements on why you are a qualified candidate to receive the scholarship, what your future goals are academically and professionally and other questions centering around who you are, your beliefs, etc.
Here are a couple of links for College Scholarships:
https://www.mometrix.com/blog/scholarships-for-college/
https://www.nchchonors.org/students/awards-scholarships/national-scholarships
Also, it will be best to check with the colleges and universities that you will be applying to. You can check with the School/Department of your desired major, the Campus Career Center and the Register's Office for additional information for college scholarships and grants and specific requirements for qualifications.
Best wishes for your education and career path in Neurosonography !
A Brain Ultrasound Technician is also called a Neurosonographer. This professional specializes in taking images of the brain and of the nervous system. The main tool that a Neurosonographer uses is a medical instrument called a transcranial Doppler which uses different levels of frequencies and specialized beam shapes to record the images.
For education, it will take between 1-2 years to complete a certificate program at a community college or a technical school. An Associates Degree will be earned. Then, a Bachelor of Science degree will take 4 years to complete. The program and degree will center around Neurosonography which are based in diagnostic medical sonography and specializes in Neurosonography or Neonatal Neurosonography. Afterwards, an accredited sonography program specializing in Neurosonology must be completed. Neurosonography certification can be obtained by taking and passing the examination.
While in high school, one will need to focus on science and math classes to prepare for a Neurosonography career. Physics, chemistry and biology will be the core science courses. For math, algebra, geometry and statistics and calculus will be needed. Both concentrations will enable you to focus and refine your analytical skills for research; complex problem solving; investigative and innovative critical thinking; attention to detail; etc. Since specialized computer equipment will be utilized in daily tasks, it is best to take computer science classes in dealing with operating computer equipment and with using computer software systems to complete tasks.
Other skills that will need to be built upon center around team building, team work and communication. In any work culture, collaboration among team members, staff and partner departments occur on a daily basis. As a Neurosonographer, communication is essential and critical when dealing with patients, medical personnel and other hospital staff. A college course in public speaking, communications and English will help with one's communication and writing skills. While in high school, the debate team will provide the opportunity to sharpen communication skills which are backed with research and factual data and information.
According to Niche.com, here is a link to the Best Colleges and Universities for Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician Degrees:
- George Washington University
- Rutgers University (New Brunswick)
- Collins Career Technical Center
- Foothill College
- The University of Kansas
- Ogeechee Technical College
- Thomas Jefferson University
- Santa Barbara City College
- St. Catherine University
- Rochester Institute of Technology
https://www.niche.com/colleges/search/best-colleges-with-sonographer-and-ultrasound-technician/
When reviewing colleges and universities, it is best to check the following:
- In-State vs Out of State Tuition
- Internships
- Scholarships
- Career Placement upon graduation
- Course work and offered classes
- Post-Graduate Degrees - Master and Doctoral
Scholarship applications can start to be submitted during your Junior year and will continue throughout your Senior year in high school. It is best to ask your Academic Advisor/School Counselor on the timeline process as well. Scholarship applications will have specific deadlines and requirements to meet in order to be submitted for review and consideration.
You may want to start to compile your resume/portfolio since a majority of scholarship applications will require academic grade point average (GPA), academic accomplishments, school activities (clubs, sports, etc.), community involvement (volunteer, church, etc.), academic and personal recommendations, etc. There may be essay requirements on why you are a qualified candidate to receive the scholarship, what your future goals are academically and professionally and other questions centering around who you are, your beliefs, etc.
Here are a couple of links for College Scholarships:
https://www.mometrix.com/blog/scholarships-for-college/
https://www.nchchonors.org/students/awards-scholarships/national-scholarships
Also, it will be best to check with the colleges and universities that you will be applying to. You can check with the School/Department of your desired major, the Campus Career Center and the Register's Office for additional information for college scholarships and grants and specific requirements for qualifications.
Best wishes for your education and career path in Neurosonography !
Andy Hencke
Business Operations
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Chapel Hill, North Carolina
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Andy’s Answer
Hi Kira!
That sounds like a very interesting career option! Although I'm not an expert on that specific job, I have some related advice. There are probably quite a few similar types of job roles you might explore - in the medical sciences. the specific role you mention as a technician, suggests that this type of work-training might be available at a "Community College". Many community colleges provide a lot of great, very practical training for so many different technician types of roles: in the medical sciences but also in many other job categories. Depending on how soon you would be studying to be a brian ultrasound technician, I would suggest you start reviewing Community College options: both in the area you live but potentially also in other areas of the country, to see what types of training options they would have. You may end up finding an Associates Degree program which interests you by exploring different Community Colleges.
That sounds like a very interesting career option! Although I'm not an expert on that specific job, I have some related advice. There are probably quite a few similar types of job roles you might explore - in the medical sciences. the specific role you mention as a technician, suggests that this type of work-training might be available at a "Community College". Many community colleges provide a lot of great, very practical training for so many different technician types of roles: in the medical sciences but also in many other job categories. Depending on how soon you would be studying to be a brian ultrasound technician, I would suggest you start reviewing Community College options: both in the area you live but potentially also in other areas of the country, to see what types of training options they would have. You may end up finding an Associates Degree program which interests you by exploring different Community Colleges.