Hawaii Ultrasound Technician Schools - HI

Hawaii is known for its black sand beaches, delicious coffee, and low stress lifestyle, and military installation. As more young families and seniors filter into the islands to pursue both military jobs and retirement, there will be a growing demand for people who have the skills to diagnose health problems and help people stay healthy.

A typical ultrasound certification program with a full course schedule will take eight months to one year to complete. Ultrasound techs typically pursue certification after they obtain an associate's degree, which takes about two years to complete. ARRT-accredited DMS certification programs provide candidates with extensive clinical training, and teach them vascular, gynecological, abdominal, and cardiac ultrasound techniques. Candidates will also gain a background in sonographic physics, quality assurance, legal issues, and ethics. They may be required to purchase malpractice insurance before they enter a program, which they can learn more about through their admitting institution.

When a student in Hawaii becomes a full-fledged ultrasound technician, he or she has to maintain a license by pursuing ARRT continuing education credits. These classes focus on strengthening the skills that have already been gained, while helping to gain new skills in other areas of the profession. Ultrasound techs in Hawaii must take a total of 12 continuing education credits every two years.

Through campus based and online programs, aspiring ultrasound technicians in Kialua, Honolulu, Hilo, and other cities in Hawaii can prepare themselves for jobs at some of the best hospitals and healthcare facilities in the state including Kuakini Medical Center, Hilo Medical Center, The Queen's Medical Center.