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BACONE COLLEGE Radiologic Sciences

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Sonography (AAS)

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** NEW LOCATION: 4500 SOUTH GARNETT ROAD, SUITE 110, TULSA, OK, 74146

Revised: 02/18/15

BACONE COLLEGE SONOGRAPHY ADMISSIONS PROCESS & REQUIREMENTS

The sonography applicant must meet the following criteria to be considered for admission into the Bacone College Sonography Program.

Application Process: Applicants may fill out and return an application any time during the year to meet one of the cohort start dates. Cohorts are to begin in February and August at the Tulsa Campus for DMS courses or August and January for completion of general education courses. There is the possibility that the start dates may change, but applications will be accepted at any time. The advisor will determine which start date the applicant can enter. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that the following documentation is returned to the Admissions Office. For questions contact Admissions at (888)682- 5514.

• Selection of and treatment of students while in the program is non-discriminatory with respect to any legally protected status such as race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, national origin, religion, financial ability and any other protected class.

1. Complete application to Bacone College Radiologic Sciences, specifically for Sonography.

2. Make sure FASFA is completed for financial aid.

3. Submit ACT scores and/or all official copies of college transcripts.

4. Complete 8 hours of clinical observation and submit form found in packet.

5. Complete background check with the information provided in the packet.• Note: Applicants that have been convicted of a felony, been declared judicially incompetent,

or have had a drug problem may not be permitted to take the certification examination andshould discuss this with the Chair of Radiologic Sciences upon the application process.

6. Complete HESI pre-entrance examination.• The cost is $34.00 and must be paid by at the start of the examination. Cash, check, credit card,

or money order is accepted.• Applicants need to contact Shawn Dixon, Program Director, at (918)781-7317 to schedule an

examination date.• A study guide is available through the Bacone College Betts Library for review in the library

only or one may purchase the study guide at one's own expense.• Admission Assessment Exam Review, 3rd Edition. HESI, Elsevier, Inc.

ISBN: 13:139781455703333

Admissions Requirements: All of the admissions requirements must be met for acceptance into the Sonography Program. If

the requirements are not met, it is then recommended the student enter the Pre-Sonography Program and re-apply the following year.

HESI pre-entrance examination scores in Math, Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Grammar, and Biology. A comprehensive score of 70% needs to be met.

* The science scores are not taken into account for the comprehensive score, but used as an assessment tool for enrollment purposes.* If the applicant meets the minimum score and is accepted or enters the pre-sonography program, the student will receive a credit on their student accounts ledger.

Meet the Worker Characteristics of a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer found in the packet.

Admissions Process: Once the application process and admissions requirements are completed:

Each applicant will have a completed admission score sheet to tabulate for scoring and to aid in the numerical ranking of applicants.

Class size varies each year according to the number of clinical sites available. Applicants will be granted admission until the class/cohort is filled. The selection of cohorts is based on completion of admissions file and the pre-entrance exam score; it is a first-come, first-serve basis.

Applicants will then be notified via letter and can be admitted with no conditions, conditions, alternate, or if declined, enter the Pre-Sonography program. If conditions are to be met these have to be completed within the first semester of the program

If an applicant accepts, then the “Intent to Accept” letter must be returned with a signature If an applicant declines, then the alternate list will be accessed

Criteria following acceptance into the program:

Once an individual has been accepted:

1. Individual needs to set up an appointment with Shawn Dixon, Program Director, at (918)781- 7317, to schedule an advisement time for enrollment and review expectations of the program.

2. Complete the following requirements, which are at the student's expense. All documentation is to be turned into Shawn Dixon, Program Director, prior to the start of Clinical I: *Physical (dated no more than 1 month before clinical start date) *Hepatitis B vaccination series of three or waiver *MMR vaccination series of two or positive titer *Varicella vaccination series of two or positive titer *Tetanus in last ten years or booster *Negative PPD skin test in last 12 months or chest x-ray documentation if positive *Negative 10-panel urine drug screen (dated no more than 1 month before clinical start date) *CPR licensure: American Heart Association, Healthcare Provider ONLY. *Submit proof of health insurance or other medical coverage. *Flu shot; if applicable. (rev 02/18/15)

WORKER CHARACTERISTICS OF A DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHER

The following are essential characteristics for any Diagnostic Medical Sonographer as compiled fromobservations of a wide variety of job experiences.

• VISUAL ACUITY: *Review and evaluate recorded real time images to determine the quality of the images produced. *Visual acuity to differentiate between shades of gray used in Sonography. *Read protocol for sonography procedures in the department. *Perform data entry tasks using digital and computer terminals. *Must be able to work in dimly lit exam areas.

• HEARING ACUTIY: *Hearing must be sufficient to communicate with others. *Respond appropriately to equipment signals and other audible sounds. *Hear and retain pertinent information to relay instructions. *Hear and respond to patient questions and clinical history while processing a request.

• SPEAKING ABILITY: *Speak clearly and loudly enough to be understood by a person in the imaging department or on the phone. *Good communication skills are also necessary to maintain good interpersonal relationships with patients and peers.

• DIGITAL DEXTERITY: *Grasp and manipulate small objects required to perform job functions such as dials, switches, push buttons, and keyboards. *Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips. *Operate a variety of sonography equipment. *Arms and hands or functional artifical limbs are essential to perform sonographic procedures and transfer patients; full use of hands, wrists, and shoulders. *Legs and feet or functional artifical limbs are essential to maintain balance to accomplish required duties and transport patients.

• PHYSICAL ABILITY: *Walk or stand for about 80% of a normal workday. *Maneuver through congested area(s) or unit(s) to perform sonography procedures. Position and transport patients. *Carry, lift, push, and pull 50 pounds or more on a daily basis. *Bend, stoop, kneel, squat, or sit and reach routinely. *Control imaging transducer and manipulate equipment weighing up to 500 pounds on wheels.

• ADAPTIVE ABILITY: *Complete tasks or job functions within deadlines. *Complete required tasks/functions under stressful conditions. *Track and complete multiple tasks at the same time. *Perform independently with minimal supervision. *Interact appropriately with diverse personalities. *Follow verbal and written directions and perform exams in a proper sequence. *Provide the utmost in patient care.

*Any student whose health, after entering the program, changes his/her ability to meet the physical requirements of the Program will be asked to withdraw from the Program until the problem is corrected. (rev 02/18/15)

WORKER CHARACTERISTICS OF A DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHER- VERIFICATION

I have received a copy of the Worker Characteristics for a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer. I

understand that these are typical standards that are expected of a sonographer/student in a typical work

situation.

Please check the applicable response.

_____I am not able to meet the standards. Therefore, I ask that my name be withdrawn from the list of

those to be considered for admission to the Sonography Program.

____ I am able to meet all of the standards except (list all) ____________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________.

I ask to be evaluated for this / these standard(s).

______I am able to meet all of the standards, and want to be considered for admission to the

Sonography Program.

________________________________________________ _____________

Signature Date

(rev 02/18/15)

AUGUST PROGRAM CURRICULUMThe Sonography Program is an eighteen month (4 term) consecutive program consisting of 47 credithours of Sonography courses (didactic and clinical) and 26 credit hours of related general educationcourses, with a total credit hours of 73. Upon completion of the program, graduates receive anAssociate of Applied Science (AAS) in Diagnostic Medical Sonography. The sequencing are as follows:

TERM ONEAugust- December Credit Hours Day

BIO2134 Anatomy & Physiology I w/ Lab* 4 TWR-ABIO2144 Anatomy & Physiology II w/ Lab* 4 TWR-BRAD1101 Medical Terminology 1 TREL1003 Introduction to Christianity 3= 12 credit hours TW

TERM TWO February- August

DMS1101 Introduction to DMS 1 1st seven days DMS2043 Biologic Effects of Ultrasound 3 MT DMS2033 Abdomen Ultrasound 3 MT DMS2043 Abdomen Ultrasound Lab 3 MTDMS2053 Small Parts 3 MTDMS2063 Small Parts Lab 3 MTSPC1713 Speaking & Thinking Critically 3= 19 credit hours WR

TERM THREESeptember- March

MTH0223 Intermediate Algebra 3 WR DMS2076 Ultrasound Physics & Instrumentation 6 WR DMS2113 Vascular Sonography 3 WR DMS2223 Vascular Sonography Lab 3 WR DMS1133 Clinical I 3= 18 credit hours MTF

TERM FOURMarch- September

DMS2086 OB/GYN/Embryology 6 MT DMS2093 OB/GYN Lab 3 MT DMS1233 Clinical II 3 WRF DMS1333 Clinical III 3 WRF AIS1103 Introduction to American Indian Studies 3= 18 credit hours MT

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS WITH PREREQUISITES= 73

**Minimum ACT of 24 in Science or Human Biology required***Minimum ACT of 19 in Math or Intermediate Algebra required (rev 01/15/13)****Prerequisites of English Comp I & English Comp II credits count towards degree requirementsrev.02/18/15

FEBRUARY PROGRAM CURRICULUMThe Sonography Program is an eighteen month (4 term) consecutive program consisting of 47 credithours of Sonography courses (didactic and clinical) and 26 credit hours of related general educationcourses, with a total credit hours of 73. Upon completion of the program, graduates receive anAssociate of Applied Science (AAS) in Diagnostic Medical Sonography. The sequencing are as follows:

TERM ONEJanuary- May Credit Hours Day

BIO2134 Anatomy & Physiology I w/ Lab* 4 TWR-ABIO2144 Anatomy & Physiology II w/ Lab* 4 TWR-BRAD1101 Medical Terminology 1 TREL1003 Introduction to Christianity 3= 12 credit hours TW

TERM TWO August- February

DMS1101 Introduction to DMS 1 1st seven days DMS2043 Biologic Effects of Ultrasound 3 MT DMS2033 Abdomen Ultrasound 3 WR DMS2043 Abdomen Ultrasound Lab 3 WRDMS2053 Small Parts 3 WRDMS2063 Small Parts Lab 3 MTSPC1713 Speaking & Thinking Critically 3= 19 credit hours MT

TERM THREEMarch- September

MTH0223 Intermediate Algebra 3 WRDMS2076 Ultrasound Physics & Instrumentation 6 WR DMS2113 Vascular Sonography 3 WR DMS2223 Vascular Sonography Lab 3 WR DMS1133 Clinical I 3= 18 credit hours MTF

TERM FOURSeptember- March

DMS2086 OB/GYN/Embryology 6 MT DMS2093 OB/GYN Lab 3 MT DMS1233 Clinical II 3 WRF DMS1333 Clinical III 3 WRF AIS1103 Introduction to American Indian Studies 3= 18 credit hours MT

TOTAL CREDIT HOURS WITH PREREQUISITES= 73

**Minimum ACT of 24 in Science or Human Biology required***Minimum ACT of 19 in Math or Intermediate Algebra required (rev 01/15/13)****Prerequisites of English Comp I & English Comp II credits count toward degree requirementsrev.02/18/15

Bacone CollegeAssociate of Applied Science – Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Tulsa Campus

Student: _______________________________________________ Advisor: ______________________________

For the Associate of Applied Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography at Bacone College, the student must have successfully completed 73 credit hours.The following courses are required:

COMMUNICATIONS Sem. Hrs. Gr. DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL SONOGRAPHY Sem. Hrs. Gr. (6 hours required) DONE ________ (47 hours minimum required) DONE _______ENG1113 English Comp I _____ ____ ___ *RAD1101 Medical Terminology ______ ____ ___ENG1213 English Comp II _____ ____ ___ *DMS1101 Introduction to DMS ______ ____ ___

*DMS1133 Clinical I ______ ____ ___*DMS1233 Clinical II ______ ____ ___

CRITICAL THINKING *DMS1333 Clinical III ______ ____ ___SPEECH/LOGIC (3 hrs. required) DONE _________ *DMS2033 Abdomen Ultrasound ______ ____ ___SPC1713 Speaking & Thinking Critically _____ ____ ___ *DMS2023 Biologic Effects of Ultrasound ______ ____ ___

*DMS2043 Abdomen Ultrasound Lab ______ ____ ___RELIGION *DMS2053 Small Parts ______ ____

(3 hours required from the following) DONE _______ *DMS2063 Small Parts Lab*DMS2076 Ultrasound Physics & Instrumentation ______ ____ ___

REL1003 Introduction to Christianity

*DMS2086 OB/GYN/Embryology*DMS2093 OB/GYN Lab ______ ____ ____

REL1013 Sociology of Christianity _____ ____ ___ *DMS2113 Vascular Sonography ______ ____ ___REL2253 The World's Religions _____ ____ ___ *DMS2223 Vascular Sonography Lab ______ ____ ___REL3113 Christian Ethics _____ ____ ___

THE SOCIALAMERICAN INDIAN STUDIES(3 hours required) DONE _________AIS1103____________________ _____ ____ ___

PROOF OF COMPUTER LITERACYSCIENCES (8 hours required) DONE _______ CIS2113 Information in Modern Society ______ ____ ___ *BIO2134 Anatomy & Physiology I _____ ____ ___ or Test Out Date ________________________ ______ ____ ___

or Met by HS Transcript Computer Course ______ ____ ____ *BIO2144 Anatomy & Physiology II ____ ____ ___

Biology/ACT score ____ ____ ___Reading Course Sequence (requirement based on ACT scores-gives no credit toward graduation)REA0113 Intro to College Reading (required if ACT is 13 or below)

______ ____ ___

Proof of Math Competence DONE_____(3 hours required)

REA0123 College Reading Improvement (required ifACT is 14 to 18)

______ ____ ___

MTH Intermediate Algebra _____ ____ ___ REA0213 Advanced Reading (required if ACT is 19 or 20)

______ ____ ___

MTH College Algebra _____ ____ ___ACT Math Score _____ ____ ___ Sem. Scor

OUTCOMES ASSESSMENT (CAAP Test) ______ ____Required after completing 60 credit hrs. (No credit, Required for graduation)

*A grade of “C” or better must be earned in these courses.

Date _________________ Review Date ________________ Advisor Check by ____________________________________________Total Hours Completed ___________________________ Required Courses needed after current semester __________________Current Enrollment (Hrs) _________________________ _____________________________________________________________Hrs. needed after current semester _____________________ Elective hours needed after current semester __________Minimum 73 credit hours and cumulative grade point average of 2.6.

For Registrar Use Only: Core Credit Hours ____________ Core GPA _____________ Total Credit Hours ___________ Cumulative GPA ________ Date Graduation Requirements Met: ____________________ Approved by ______________________________________

Rev 11/24/14

SONOGRAPHY PROGRAM APPLICATION (rev 12/12/12)

NAME:_______________________________________________________________DATE:______________ Last First Maiden/Previous Married Name MAILING ADDRESS:_______________________________________________________________________________ Street or Box No. City County State Zip

TELEPHONE:____________________BIRTHDATE:________________________GENDER:_____________ Optional: ETHNICITY:_____________________

TRIBE:(If American Indian/Alaskan Native)________________________________

MARITAL STATUS (Circle One): S M W D YOUR OCCUPATION:___________________________ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DATE of HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION (or the equivalent): __________________________________________________ COLLEGES and/or VOCATIONAL SCHOOLS ATTENDED:_____________________________________________ (Official transcripts from all colleges attended are to be submitted to Office of Admissions)

IF YOU FEEL THAT YOUR SCHOLASTIC PERFORMANCE TO DATE IS NOT A TRUE INDICATION OF YOUR ABILITY, USE THIS SPACE TO EXPLAIN:_______________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________

WHO REFERRED YOU TO THE SONOGRAPHY PROGRAM? _____Parent_____Counselor______Teacher______Bacone College Recruiter______Bacone College Student _____Alumni______Other______Media (Indicate)___________________________

HEALTH RELATED EXPERIENCE:____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________

WOULD YOU COMMUTE?________FROM WHERE?_______________ROUND TRIP MILEAGE?___________

WOULD YOU LIVE IN THE RESIDENCE HALLS?___________ WHY DO YOU WISH TO BECOME A SONOGRAPHER OR PURSUE AN ASSOCIATES OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE? ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________

WHY DID YOU SELECT BACONE'S SONOGRAPHY PROGRAM? _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________

SONOGRAPHY CLINICAL OBSERVATION

An 8 hour sonography clinical observation experience is a requirement of the application process. This experience must be done in an imaging department, preferably in a hospital setting. The purpose of thisrequirement is to give the applicant a realistic idea of the role of the sonographer.

1. Options of clinical sites are provided below. Other clinical facilities may be used, but the applicant will need prior approval from Shawn Dixon, Program Director, at (918)781-7317. You may do more than 8 hours observation and you may choose to break the 8 hours up between different clinical sites.

2. Call the clinical affiliate contact person listed or ask for the department supervisor and ask to make an appointment for the sonography clinical observation. This must be done in advance. Some facilities may require you to attend an orientation or to provide them documentation.

3. Dress appropriately, professional, neat and clean. Appropriate attire would consist of slacks with a nice shirt; jeans are not acceptable. Shoes should be clean and comfortable.

4. Arrive at the clinical facility early and report to the contact person.

5. Confidentiality of patient information is of utmost importance. Information regarding individuals' names and/or treatment, must not be discussed in any manner.

6. After completing observation hours, the applicant should have the appropriate observation form completed by the contact person or a registered technologist and then submit it to admissions at Bacone College.

Clinical Affiliates Name Location Clinical Instructor Phone Number

Eastar Health System- Main Campus

300 Rockefeller DriveMuskogee, OK 74401

Casey Wallker 918-684-3483

Northeastern Health System- Tahlequah

1400 East DowningTahlequah Ok. 74464

Human Resources 918-453-2170

Jack C. Montgomery VAMedical Center

1011 Honor HeightsMuskogee, OK 74401

Lyndell Handley 918-577-3299

(rev 02/18/15)

SONOGRAPHY CLINICAL OBSERVATION-VERIFICATION

Applicant:________________________________ Date observed:_______________

Clinical observation site:_______________________________________________________

Number of hours observed:_________________________________

Please list the exams that you observed. You should observe a wide variety of exams and modalities, if possible.

_________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________

What did you like most about your observation?______________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What did you dislike most about your observation?______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Describe your feelings about the field of sonography. Have they changed since your observation? Why or why not?____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

For sonographer use only:

Please score the applicant appropriatelyin the areas below.

Needs improvement

Average Above average

AttitudeInterestInitiativeProfessional appearanceCommunication skillsAdaptability

Additional Comments:____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Sonographer’s signature:____________________________ Date:___________________

(rev 02/27/14)

ESTIMATED PROGRAM COST SHEET

Tuition and Fees:Summer Tuition ………………………………………………................$335/credit hourSummer Fees.............................................................................................$680.00/semesterFall/Spring Tuition…………………………………………….............. .$5,675/semester (12-17 CR hrs) $515/hr (below 12 CR hrs)Fall/Spring Fees…………………………………………...................... .$1,350/semester

Books/Laptop: (Expenses are responsibility of student)Books........................................................................................................$800.00/yearLaptop.......................................................................................................$600.00

Course Material Fees: (Expenses are figured in with fees)Lab supplies (attached to DMS 2043).......................................................$20.00Liability Insurance (attached to DMS1133, DMS1233 & DMS1333.......$100.00 $25/each)Pinning: pins (attached to DMS1333).......................................................$60.00

Uniforms and Supplies: (Expenses are responsibility of student)Scrub Uniforms per year (3)…………………………………......... ……$150.00Scrub Logo Patch.......................................................................................$8.00 eachWhite/Black leather shoes per year (1)………………………… ......…...$100.00Lab Coat…………………………………………………………............$35.00Watch with second hand…………………………………….............…...$35.00Polo shirt................................................................................................... $20.00

Miscellaneous Fees: (Expenses are responsibility of student)BSDMS Membership (annual)……………………………………… … $10.00Lambda Nu (if applicable)(one time fee)……………………………… $40.00Phi Theta Kappa (if applicable)……………………………………… $60.00Alpha Chi (if applicable)......................................................................... $60.00

Graduation Fees: (Expenses are responsibility of student)SPI/Sonography Principles & Instrumentation examination....................$200.00Application for graduation…………………………………………… ...$75.00

(rev 02/18/15)

SONOGRAPHY PROGRAM APPLICATION REVIEWEach applicant to the sonography program will be reviewed according to the following criteria and receive points for meeting the criteria. Points will then be totaled and applications ranked accordingly. Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-serve basis but those marked as pre-sonography majorsmay have precedence over other applicants.

Applicant Name:_________________________ Date:______________________

#1: HESI Pre-Entrance Exam**Math, Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary

90-100 80-89 70-79 3 2 1

Biology**Assessment use only

90-100 80-89 70-79 Notes:

#2: ACT

ACT 27 or better 24-26 20-23 3 2 1

#3: GPA (need 15 CR hrs toward degree) *Anatomy & Physiology courses do not count if older than 5 years.Total GPA:

Conditions:

3.50-4.00

3.00-3.49

2.60-2.99

3

2

1

Bacone Pre-Sonography Student

Current Bacone Student

2

1

Total Score:__________________

Suggested Placement: Cohort #____/Pre-Sono/Other

Notes:

Signatures of Faculty Involved & Dated: _______________________________ _______________________________ _______________________________

(rev 02/18/15)