Ultrasound Technician Program

The ultrasound technician program at Louisiana State University – Eunice helps students gain knowledge in gathering sonographic data, using medical ultrasound techniques. Students also learn to diagnose patient conditions through sonographic data processing while operating sonography equipment. Students who graduate the ultrasound technician program may work in hospitals or doctors' offices, performing sonograms for patients under physician supervision. The program helps students obtain, review, and integrate patient histories and data, patient instruction and care, and anatomic, physiologic, and pathologic data recording. Get more details below including other Louisiana colleges that offer ultrasound technician program.

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Louisiana State University – Eunice (LSU Eunice)

156 Thomas Boyd Hall, Baton Rouge, LA

The Louisiana State University was founded in 1964 as part of a state legislation that also approved the founding of LSU Shreveport. LSUE is dedicated to providing the best education possible to its students. LSUE offers support and assistants to help students achieve academic, personal, career and employment success.

Academics

LSUE is a two year institution offering transfer and career oriented programs. Graduates will receive an associate's degree, certificate, or diploma depending on the program completed. Graduates of vocational and career programs will have the education and skills necessary to find and maintain work, while transfer students will be able to pursue their degrees at for year institutions and beyond.

Some programs offered:

• Diagnostic Medical Sonography
• Medical Coding
• Criminal Justice
• Nursing
• Biology
• Humanities

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students wishing to enroll and LSUE need to complete and submit the application after which they will receive a student ID number which will be used to register for classes. Once the registration process is completed students all fees must be paid. Financial aid is available to students who are eligible. Eligibility is determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which should be completed and submitted promptly.

Athletics

The LSUE Bengals participate in the NJCAA . The sports programs offered are Baseball, Basketball and Softball.

Students Enrolled in the Ultrasound Technician Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. LSU Eunice has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

Description

Produce ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by physicians.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, diagnostic medical sonographers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 26.4% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Baton Rouge, LA
  • Total Employment: 180
  • Average Hourly Rate: $29.34
  • Average Annual Salary: $61030

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).