Accrediting and Credentialing Organizations
Accrediting and credentialing organizations are in place to set standards for quality diagnostic medical sonography education as well as specific criteria for obtaining professional credentials.
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American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Issue professional credentials to those who meet requirements and pass certification exams
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Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
CAAHEP accredits many allied health programs, including sonography programs
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Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography
JRC-DMS published standards for accreditation
Professional Organizations
Professional organizations exist to advance the field of diagnostic medical sonography by providing advocacy, professional development, and networking opportunities to sonographers
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Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Dedicated to empowering sonographers to make a positive impact