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Echocardiography Certificate Admissions

2026 Fall Echocardiography Certificate Admissions

Beginning May 22, 2026, A-B Tech will be accepting applications for the Fall 2026 Echocardiography Certificate program. All requirements must be met to be added to the program’s eligibility list.

Note: Students must be registered sonographers to apply for this program.

Admission Requirements

To be considered eligible for the Echocardiography Certificate program, students must:

  • Have applied to or attended A-B Tech within the past year. Apply online.
  • Meet New Student Orientation requirements.
  • Applicants must provide proof of ARDMS or CCI Registration (Active credential status required) in OB, Abdomen, or vascular sonography.
  • Applicants must provide an official transcript verifying completion of a Sonography program that included Sonography Physics in the curriculum.
  • Applicants must certify on their College application that they are a high school graduate from a valid institution, an adult high school graduate from a valid institution, or have a valid HSE diploma. High school graduation or the equivalent from a regionally accredited, valid institution is generally required for Financial Aid purposes. You must have a high school diploma or equivalency by the first day of classes for the Fall 2026 term.
  • Complete the program Information Session.
  • Meet with a Student Advisor to document eligibility and apply for the program. Students may come into the Bailey building anytime during our Hours of Operation for in-person services or to schedule a virtual student advising appointment.

Other Notes

  • Students will be required to participate in an interview with an Echocardiography Instructor before final acceptance in the program.
  • Students will be required to provide a letter from their employer on official letterhead stating:
    • The applicant is a sonography employee in good standing
    • The applicant will be permitted to perform echocardiographic scans as part of the training program.
  • All students will be required to attend a mandatory program orientation before registering for classes. This is separate from New Student Orientation. Students who fail to attend orientation may lose their seats in the program.

 

Updated March 9, 2026