Ontario College Graduate Certificate in Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography

Mohawk College of Applied Arts and Technology

Nationally recognized and accredited program through Accreditation Canada EQUAL™.Develop field and clinical skills as part of an inter-professional team in the Centre for Health Care Simulation lab.Outcomes of the Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography program meet the competencies outlined in the Sonography Canada National Competency profile (NCP). The Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography program at Mohawk College is a College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO) approved educational program. Upon successful completion of the Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography program and registration with Sonography Canada, graduates are eligible to register with the CMRITO to obtain their license to work in Ontario.Learn about the functional requirements of the profession in the Additional Information tab.Mohawk’s Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography (DCS) Ontario College Graduate Certificate program is offered full-time with intakes in May and September. What you will learnDevelop theoretical and clinical competency in the field of cardiac sonography.Apply sonographic physics principles of safety and quality assurance to ensure the proper use of ultrasound waves for cardiac imaging.Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills while imaging complex cardiac anatomy and assessing hemodynamics.Deliver safe and effective patient care and communication through best practice aligning with professional standards, code of ethics and legal requirements.