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# Institute of Ultrasound Diagnostics

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## Posts

- [Blog](https://www.iudmed.com/blog/)
- [New Application Requirements Effective July 2nd, 2025](https://www.iudmed.com/new-changes-to-the-iud-1-year-program-effective-january-1st-2021/) - Effective 7/2/25, IUD will use the following application requirement for consideration into the One Year Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) Program. High school diploma, GED, or its equivalent. Minimum 36 college credits with an overall GPA of a 2.85. Health Care, science, and/or math courses preferred. Credits must be from an accredited school within the United
- [10 Reasons To Start A Career in Ultrasound Technology](https://www.iudmed.com/10-ultrasound-fastest-allied-health-career/) - For anyone who looking to find that ideal career choice that is the perfect blend of medicine, science, technology, and public service, a job in ultrasound diagnostics may be the perfect option.
- [How Much Do Diagnostic Medical Sonographers Make?](https://www.iudmed.com/how-much-do-diagnostic-medical-sonographers-make/) - Becoming a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer can be a rewarding and exciting career. At IUD, you can begin your career in as little as 12 months.

## Pages

- [Diagnostic Medical Sonography Programs](https://www.iudmed.com/)
- [IUD Student Handbook](https://www.iudmed.com/student-handbook/) - 2025 2026 IUD Handbook
- [Financial Aid](https://www.iudmed.com/financial-aid/) - The Institute of Ultrasound Diagnostics, we offer limited financial aid. However, we do not participate in the U.S. Department of Education Title IV program, which means that FAFSA forms will not benefit you.
- [Tuition And Fees](https://www.iudmed.com/tuition-and-aid/) - If you are thinking about enrolling in one of our programs at the Institute of Ultrasound Diagnostics, then you'll want to know about our programs tuition and fee structures.
- [Calendars and Deadlines](https://www.iudmed.com/calendars-and-deadlines/) - Application deadline are Three months before each start date. Class Start Deadline for application January
- [Accreditation](https://www.iudmed.com/accreditation/) - Programs that focus on the medical field must have accreditation in order to be considered legitimate. Without certain accreditations, there's no guarantee that the program meets the educational standards and guidelines of the profession. 
- [Ultrasound Student Assessment (USA) Exam](https://www.iudmed.com/usa-exam/) - The Ultrasound Student Assessment (USA) Exam is an test developed by Pegasus Lectures, the same company who provides our Ultrasound Physics textbook. This exam is designed to be an aptitude test SPECIFICALLY for potential ultrasound students/techs. The purpose of the USA test is to help determine if a candidate is more or less likely to
- [IUD Prerequisite Courses - Online](https://www.iudmed.com/pre-requisite-courses-offer-at-iud/) - Pre-requisite classes required by IUD may be taken at any accredited college or university. If the course is not offered by your current school, it may be taken with IUD, ONLY after completion of College Level Algebra (or a high math class) and One Communications Course
- [Transcript Review Form](https://www.iudmed.com/apply/) - If you would like to be considered for our 1 Year Program, you may apply Online. Begin Form You may apply online by following the instructions below. Please note in order to use our online application system you MUST have a PDF copy of your transcripts available to submit with your application. Complete ALL pages
- [Transcript Review](https://www.iudmed.com/transcript-review/)
- [Getting Started!](https://www.iudmed.com/getting-started/) - Please make sure you have read over the One Year Program description and application requirements. If you are interested in the program please read and follow the steps below. Step 1: Complete the Transcript Review Form HERE. You will need to have a PDF copy of your college transcript available to upload with your form.
- [One-Year Sonographer Program](https://www.iudmed.com/one-year-program/) - In 12 short months, students will receive the knowledge, skills, and training necessary to successfully gain employment as an entry-level ultrasound technician.
- [Program Requirements for Enrollment](https://www.iudmed.com/academic-requirements-for-enrollment/) - One of the most important factors that sets IUD's General Sonography program apart from other schools is the fact that our program can be completed in only 12 short months.
- [Program Effectiveness Data](https://www.iudmed.com/program-effectiveness/)
- [Research Ultrasound/Sonography](https://www.iudmed.com/program-overviews/) - Through an accelerated and intense training program, we are committed to preparing every student with the knowledge, skills, and behaviors needed to begin an exciting career in sonography.
- [Request Information](https://www.iudmed.com/request-information-2/) - Request Information Fill out the form below to have a representative contact you concerning your education needs.
- [Pre-requisite course book information](https://www.iudmed.com/book-information/) - The following course do not include a book. Each student must use the ISBN number below to purchase a book to use for these courses: Introduction to Patient Care Medical Law and Ethics Required Medical Law and Ethics textbook: Medical Law and Ethics Author: Bonnie F Fremgen 5th edition ISBN: 978-0-13-399898-6 Required Introduction to Patient
- [The Institute of Ultrasound Diagnostics Pre-requisite Class Terms and Conditions](https://www.iudmed.com/prerequisite-terms-and-conditions/) - Please read the ALL of the following information carefully regarding the pre-requisite classes offered by the institute of ultrasound diagnostics (IUD). It is recommended that you print and keep a copy of these terms and conditions for your records. Pre-requisite classes required by IUD for the 1 year general sonography program may be taken at
- [Sonography Boot Camp](https://www.iudmed.com/sonography-boot-camp/) - Clinical education is a critical part of sonography training. There is no better way to learn sonography than in the clinical setting. For this reason, the Institute of Ultrasound Diagnostics requires all students to attend a THREE-WEEK session that lays the foundation for learning these clinical skills. This session is affectionately referred to as Sonography
- [About Us](https://www.iudmed.com/about-us/) - Our focus here at the Institute of Ultrasound Diagnostics is to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the field of medical sonography. Our one-year medical sonography program is the fastest way to begin your career as a sonographer. 
- [Local vs Distance Learning](https://www.iudmed.com/resident-vs-distance-learning/) - The Institute of Ultrasound Diagnostics is excited to offer a blended distance learning program with the majority of the program available via distance learning. All students in the 12-month program are required to attend our mandatory 3-week sonography Bootcamp.
- [Registered Sonographer - Cross-Training](https://www.iudmed.com/registered-sonographer-lp/) - Cross-train your current allied health employees in less than 12 months with our cross-training sonographer program for health systems and clinics.
- [Thank You - Cross Training Program](https://www.iudmed.com/thank-you-cross-training-program/) - Thank you for your interest in IUD's Cross Training program for allied health professionals. A member of our staff will reach out shortly to discuss options.
- [Cross-Training Complete Course Offering](https://www.iudmed.com/cross-training-courses/) - Unlike the comprehensive one-year course of study, this abbreviated cross-training course offers students an introductory training of sonography basics for normal anatomy. This course option is not intended for students looking to start fresh with a medical field profession.
- [IUD Prerequisite Course Sign Up](https://www.iudmed.com/prerequisite-courses-signup/) - PLEASE READ ALL INFORMATION BELOW CAREFULLY If you would like the sign up to take any Prerequisite course with IUD in preparation for the 1 Year Sonography program please make your selections below. You may sign up for as many prerequisite Courses as you like. Please note, you must click "Add to Cart" for each
- [Cross-Training Complete Course](https://www.iudmed.com/about-cross-training-courses/) - IUD offers several short-term cross-training and Continuing Medical Education (CME) courses. These courses are intended to be Continuing Medical Education or for employers who would like to cross-train other allied health employees into ultrasound but want a more formal foundational beginning.
- [Prerequisite Courses](https://www.iudmed.com/prerequisite-courses/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed eleifend vel justo non tempus. Etiam dignissim sodales justo, at pellentesque nibh viverra dapibus. Vestibulum ante ipsum primis in faucibus orci luctus et ultrices posuere cubilia curae; Aenean vehicula tellus non neque elementum dapibus. Aenean feugiat suscipit velit fermentum dapibus. Aenean at nisi bibendum, suscipit erat
- [Physics Fundamentals](https://www.iudmed.com/physics-fundamentals/) - Course Description: A study of the basic concepts of physics using only elementary principals. Topics include the concepts behind mechanics, heat, electricity, magnetism, sound, light, atomic and nuclear physics. Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to: Understand basic Physics that will better prepare them for more rigorous Ultrasound Physics
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- [Contact Us](https://www.iudmed.com/contact-us/) - Fill out the form below to have a representative contact you concerning your education needs.
- [Your Free Consultation](https://www.iudmed.com/your-free-consultation/) - Thank you for your interest in Institute of Ultrasound Diagnostics. A representative will be in touch with you as soon as possible concerning your free consultation. We can be reached at 800-473-2485 with questions or concerns.
- [Your Online Application has been submitted](https://www.iudmed.com/your-online-application-has-been-submitted/) - Thank you for submitting an application with the Institute of Ultrasound Diagnostics. Your application will be reviewed and our admissions team will be in touch as soon as possible to discuss your application status and next steps. We can be reached at 800-473-2485 with questions or concerns.
- [Thank you for Reaching Out](https://www.iudmed.com/th-sidebar-contact/) - Thank you for your interest in the Institute of Ultrasound Diagnostics and submitting your information. A representative will be in touch with you as soon as possible concerning your inquiry. We can be reached at 800-473-2485 with questions or concerns.
- [Local Lodging](https://www.iudmed.com/lodging/) - If you are traveling to our Daphne, Alabama campus, we do not offer on-campus housing. However, there are several housing options to meet your needs. 
- [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.iudmed.com/frequently-asked-questions/) - We have put together some questions we typically get regarding our 12-month and cross-training programs. If you still have a question, please reach out to us!
- [Request Information](https://www.iudmed.com/request-information/) - With a wide range of program courses and options available at IUD for both residential students and Distance Education students beginning at various times throughout the year, the time is always right to get started.
- [Directors](https://www.iudmed.com/directors/) - Meet and learn about the Leadership at the Institute of Ultrasound Diagnostics.
- [Three Month Cross-Training Course](https://www.iudmed.com/three-month-cross-training-course/) - As an extension of the three-week cross-training program, the three-month course offers additional online instruction covering abdominal pathology and normal instruction of superficial organs including the thyroid, breast and scrotum.
- [Three-Week Cross-Training Course](https://www.iudmed.com/three-week-cross-training-course/) - The three-week program is designed for those who are cross-training on the job. Attendees must be sponsored by their employer. This course offers an introduction to the normal anatomy of the abdomen, female pelvis and first – third-trimester fetus as well as sonography physics and instrumentation.
- [Introduction to Vascular Ultrasound One Week](https://www.iudmed.com/introduction-to-vascular-ultrasound-one-week/) - The Institute of Ultrasound Diagnostics offers a short-term course of study in vascular technology. This course is designed to assist those cross-training in the modality and offers didactic information necessary to prepare for the ARDMS exams.
- [ADA Information](https://www.iudmed.com/ada-information/) - This website has been developed in compliance with Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that requires that businesses and nonprofit services providers make accessibility accommodations to enable the disabled public to access the same services as clients who are not disabled.
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.iudmed.com/privacy-policy/) - We at The Institute of Ultrasound Diagnostics (herein “The Company”) have drafted the following policy to notify you as to what information we will collect and how that data will be used to better your shopping experience. We may make changes to this policy from time to time, all of which will be noted on
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