Ultrasound Technology Degree Program NJ

Diagnostic Cardiovascular Sonography

Associate Degree

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High job growth, salary potential in ultrasound careers

Study close to home at our campuses in Ramsey or Nutley
Learn how to analyze ultrasound imagery of the heart and blood vessels to help make accurate medical diagnoses
Eastwick College offers both associate and bachelor’s degree options to help you advance your career as you gain experience in the field

Cardiovascular sonographers use specialized equipment to create internal images of the heart and vascular system using sound waves, which bounce back and are translated into images by a computer.

Cardiovascular sonographers work with physicians to assist in the diagnosis and treatment a variety of cardiac and peripheral vascular ailments, care for testing equipment, explain test procedures, and analyze findings to identify problems. As a student in the cardiovascular sonography program, you will study in our specialized ultrasound labs and practice on the same equipment used by many employers in the area. You will learn to check the heart for subtle differences between healthy and diseased areas, determine if scanned images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes, and record additional medical history.

Due to the prevalence of heart disease and an aging population, graduates of this program are expected to have excellent career opportunities and average projected growth when compared with all occupations¹.

1 National Center for O*NET Development. (2022). Summary report for: 29-2031.00 – cardiovascular technologists and technicians. Retrieved from https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/29-2031.00

CV Sonography Student Handbook

Program Accreditation

Eastwick College’s AAS in Diagnostic Cardiovascular Sonography is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon the recommendation of the Joint Review Committee on Education in Cardiovascular Technology (JRC-CVT). CAAHEP’s accreditation grant includes the programs offered at the Ramsey and Nutley campuses.

Track	Retention	Placement	Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI		American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
Track	Retention	Placement	Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS)	Registered Vascular Sonographer (RVS)	Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)	Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)
Cardiovascular Technology	71.63%	81.82%	93%	—–	98%	—–
Noninvasive Vascular Study	74.59%	78.06%	—–	85%		100%

Program Outcomes 2022-2024

Track	Retention	Placement	Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)		American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
Track	Retention	Placement	Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS)	Registered Vascular Sonographer (RVS)	Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)	Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)
Cardiovascular Technology	75.10%	81.56%	95%		97%
Noninvasive Vascular Study	73.20%	79.50%		93%		90%

FAQs: Ultrasound Technology

What do students learn in an ultrasound technology program?

How to get useful images, not just pictures. You’ll practice operating the machines, setting protocols, and reading what you captured. Classes cover anatomy, physiology, patient care, and the ethics that guide clinical work.

Is certification required for ultrasound technologists?

Most employers expect ARDMS credentials. Many students sit for a core exam plus a specialty like abdominal or vascular, which signals you can meet the standards of a modern imaging department.

Where can ultrasound technologists work?

Hospitals, outpatient imaging centers, clinics, and physician offices. With the right training, some focus on OB/GYN, vascular, or echo.

Are there safety standards and regulations in this field?

Yes. You’ll follow FDA guidance on equipment use, keep charts and images compliant with HIPAA, and apply OSHA rules for a safe workspace. Probe disinfection, exposure limits, and accurate documentation are daily habits.

Can students in this program access financial aid?

If you’re eligible, yes. Pell Grants, federal loans, and some scholarships are common. Because ultrasound supports allied health needs, workforce funds may also be available in certain regions.