How to become a sonographer

Help identify and diagnose medical conditions using ultrasonic equipment.

Pathways to this career

Study an undergraduate sonography degree. An undergraduate degree in applied science or nursing are also common pathways.
Complete a Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Ultrasound.
Advance your career or specialise in a particular area of sonography with a postgraduate medical imaging degree.

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What does a sonographer do?

Duties and tasks

Answer patient questions
Maintain and prepare a range of sonography equipment
Operate sonography equipment
Report findings to other medical professionals such as physicians
Review and analyse images and evaluate them for quality

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