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Where I See Myself Post-Graduation
Where I See Myself Post-Graduation
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Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
I have always been the type of person who pays attention to detail. In this career it is critical that you are able to know what you are looking at and if anything looks even slightly off. Even though it would be high stress, I thrive in times were there is pressure.
I never knew what I wanted to do with my life and I was always unsure even when I had an idea. It wasn't until I had an ultrasound on myself that I realized how interested I was in ultrasound. So then I made the decision to come to IU Indianapolis to pursue Sonography.
My Career Research
My Career Research
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Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Required skills and characteristics
Active Listening
Reading Comprehension
Social Perceptiveness
Speaking
Critical Thinking
Technology skills as well
Attention to detail
Problem sensitivity
Education required
Associates degree
1-2 years of on the job training
Salary range
Average of $81,190
Job Outlook
Estimated to grow rapidly
Pros
Pros
A lot of patient interaction
Hands on
Specialization in many fields
Job growth potential
Cons
Cons
High pressure to be 100% accurate almost everyday
Emotional Stress
How I Plan to Get there
How I Plan to Get there
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Year 1
Year 1
Use the resources given by IUI
Get a good study group
Focus on classes
Apply for Radiography Program
Year 2
Year 2
Continue to focus on my classes
Begin networking with my instructors and peers
Continue the Radiography program
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Image of the sonography program
Year 3
Year 3
End the Radiography program
Apply for Sonography program
Focus on needed classes
Year 4
Year 4
Be done with the sonography program
Get all of my certifications
Graduate
Previous IUPUI graduation
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