Cardiovascular Sonography Application Requirements (Certificate) Entry Fall 2018
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CARDIOVASCULAR SONOGRPAHY APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS Below are the general admissions requirements for all health programs followed by the program specific requirements. Please keep in mind that admission to all health programs is a two-phase process: (1) Application to SPCC and (2) Application to Cardiovascular Sonography. PHASE I: Complete your SPCC Admissions File Step 1. Complete the SPCC College Application at www.spcc.edu Application to SPCC must be within two semesters of the deadline for Cardiovascular Sonography or you must have been continuously enrolled at SPCC for the last year. (Continuous enrollment means that you have been enrolled at SPCC and have not stopped out for any reason. On your application to SPCC, you can apply only to one health program (Cardiovascular Sonography). Step 2. Submit official transcripts from all colleges A Transcript Evaluation Request Form must be completed and sent to the Registrar for evaluation of prior course credit every time a transcript is submitted. All foreign transcripts (secondary and post-secondary) must be evaluated by an SPCC recognized evaluation company at the student s expense. For specific details, see International Transcript Credit information in the College catalog. Step 3. Prepare for and take the College Placement Test (CPT) You have one opportunity to take the CPT (English and Math). The initial test is free. Students are strongly encouraged to thoroughly review CPT study material prior to taking the CPT. All placement test scores are good for five (5) years. All students are required to take the CPT unless exempt by a waiver. CPT Waivers can be found on the SPCC website. Current SPCC Medical Sonography seniors do not have to repeat items already completed in Phase I. PHASE II: Cardiovascular Sonography Program Requirements Step 1. Step 2. Have valid College Placement Test (CPT) scores: DRE score of 151 or higher AND Mastery in DMA 010 through 080 (score of 7 or higher in each DMA) OR Completion within five (5) years of program application deadline of: DRE 096 through DRE 098 AND DMA 010 through 080 Proof of current certification in at least one Sonography specialty from the following: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) The American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) Cardiovascular Credential International (CCI) OR 3
Proof of graduation from an accredited program in Sonography, Vascular or a sonography credential. You must provide letter of reference on letterhead from your employer, program director, or from a credentialed sonographer for these options. OR Proof of current licensure as one of the following: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) You must complete scanning module, including lab, attached to CVS 165 by the end of week one. (Required for accepted doctor students, optional all others). 3. Current Healthcare Provider or Basic Life Support (BLS) or First Aid AED CPR certification from American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross. NOTE: Online CPR courses are not accepted. Current SPCC Medical Sonography seniors do not have to repeat items already completed in Phase I. Disability Services SPCC provides an ongoing program of services that encourage students with disabilities to integrate themselves into all aspects of college life. The Disability Services provider is available to assist with registration, counseling, academic advisement and arrangements for appropriate accommodation. Reasonable accommodations are established on an individual basis. Students must provide documentation of a disability from a physician or other licensed professional in order to establish eligibility for services. Disclosure The CV certificate program is an online program, but labs will be held on the OCH campus on Fridays and Saturdays. All statements in this publication are announcements of present policies and are subject to change at any given time without prior notice. South Piedmont Community College reserves the right to make changes in program requirements and offerings, in regulations, and in fees. Students in the Cardiovascular Sonography Program will be notified of these changes when they occur. 4
CARDIOVASCULAR SONOGRAPHY PROGRAM FAQ SECTION Packet Submission Deadline is June 14, 2018 Where do I go for guidance related to admission to Cardiovascular Sonography? Attend an advising session after completing your admission to SPCC (Phase 1) to create a Health Application Plan or visit Admissions for questions about the application process. How do I apply for admission to the Cardiovascular Sonography program? Complete Step 1 and 2 of the admission requirements (page 3-4). Collect required documents listed on the Sonography application pages (page 9-10). Put the Sonography application pages and all proof documents into a manila envelope. Print your full name, SPCC ID, and Cardiovascular Sonography clearly in the upper right corner and submit packet to the Admissions Office by close of business June 14, 2018. When are students admitted into the Cardiovascular Sonography program? Students are admitted Fall semester each year. There is no waitlist and selection is based on first-come, first-filled. All health programs have limited seats, competitive admissions. If all seats are not filled, the application period may be extended. Any extension will be posted on www.spcc.edu. How will I know if I m accepted into the Cardiovascular Sonography program? Within a month of the program application deadline, you will receive notification of your provisional acceptance by mail. ONCE YOU RECEIVE THIS LETTER, you must: Complete any steps listed in your provisional acceptance letter by the deadline. 5
CURRICULUM MAP 2018-2019 Cardiovascular Sonography Certificate (C45160-C) 17 Credit Hours Fall Semester Course Number Course Name Lab/ Lec Clinic Credit CVS 163 Echo I 3 2/0 4 CVS 165 Intro to Cardiovascular 1 3/0 2 Sonography SON 111 Sonographic Physics 3 3/0 4 SON 276 Fetal Echocardiography 1 0/0 1 Total 11 Spring Semester Course Number Course Name Lab/ Lec Clinic Credit CVS 164 Echo II 3 2/0 4 CVS 277 Cardiovascular Topics 2 0/0 2 Total 6 The Cardiovascular Certificate Program is offered in the fall semester each academic year. 6
SOUTH PIEDMONT COMMUNITY COLLEGE CARDIOVASCULAR SONOGRAPHY CERTIFICATE This is an ESTIMATE of costs effective 08/01/17. Fees are variable and subject to change. General Tuition and Fees In State $76.00/credit hour Out-of-State $268.00/credit hour Technology Fee $2.00/credit hour Student Insurance $1.40/credit hour Student Activity Fee 1-6 credit hrs = $17.50; 7-16 credit hrs = $35.00 Academic support Fee (Tutoring) 1-3 credit hrs = $6.00; 4-6 credit hrs = $12.00; 7-9 credit hrs = $18.00; 10-16 credit hrs = $20.00 Campus Parking Fee No fee if only taking online classes. $15.00/semester IN-STATE RESIDENTS OUT-OF-STATE RESIDENTS Fall - Semester 1 Tuition $836.00 $2,948.00 Additional Health Course Fee $60.00 $60.00 Textbooks $250.00 $250.00 Lab fee $45.00 $45.00 Liability Insurance $13.00 $13.00 General fees (includes fees mentioned above) $93.40 $93.40 Total Summer Semester 1 $1,297.40 $3,409.40 Spring - Semester 2 Tuition $456.00 $1,608.00 Additional Health Course Fees $30.00 $30.00 Textbooks $250.00 $250.00 Lab fee $15.00 $15.00 General fees (includes fees mentioned above) $57.90 $57.90 Total Fall Semester 2 $808.90 $1,960.90 Estimated Total Cost $2,106.30 $5,370.30 7
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SOUTH PIEDMONT COMMUNITY COLLEGE CARDIOVASCULAR SONOGRAPHY PROGRAM APPLICATION PAGES Application Period Ends June 14, 2018 NAME: _SPCC STUDENT ID: Address will be used for mailing of acceptance/regrets letters. STREET ADDRESS: CITY/STATE/ZIP: EMAIL: PHONE NUMBER: PHASE 1: SPCC Admissions File My SPCC admissions file is complete o Current Application for admission (completed within 2 semesters of deadline or continuous enrollment at SPCC you have not stopped taking classes) o All College Transcripts o College Placement Test (CPT) or CPT Waiver All transcript evaluations, transfer credit appeals, and/or grade forgiveness evaluations have been completed prior to submitting my application packet. PHASE 2: Cardiovascular Sonography Program Requirements Credit for DRE 096-098 AND DMA 010 through 080. All following items require a copy/printout to be placed in the packet for proof: Proof of current certification in one of the following: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (Sonography) The American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) Cardiovascular Credential International (CCI) My certification was completed at OR 9
Proof of graduation from an accredited program in Sonography, Vascular, or Cardiac. I graduated from in (program) _. OR Proof of professional licensure (MD, DO). My licensure was completed through. Packets may be mailed to: SPCC Admissions Office PO Box 126 Polkton, NC 28135 To avoid the risk of non-delivery, do not mail packets within three (3) weeks of the application deadline. Personally deliver packets directly to SPCC Admissions Office. I certify that all information submitted is both complete and accurate. I also give permission to SPCC to verify any information relating to this packet. Print Name: Signature: Date of Submission: Place required documentation in a manila envelope with your name, SPCC ID, and Cardiovascular Sonography printed in the upper right corner of the envelope by June 14, 2018, to the Admissions Office in Student Services. Important: Documentation must be enclosed for all applicable items. Double check packet prior to submission. Letters will be mailed within a month of program application deadline notifying you of your status. 10
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L. L. Polk Campus Mail: PO Box 126, Polkton, NC 28135 680 US 74, Polkton, NC 28135 704.272.5300 or 1.800.766.0179 Old Charlotte Highway Campus Mail: PO Box 5041, Monroe, NC 28111-5041 4209 Old Charlotte Hwy., Monroe, NC 28110 704.290.5100 or 1.800.766.0179 Lockhart-Taylor Center 514 N. Washington St., Wadesboro, NC 28170 704.272.5400 or 1.800.766.0179 Tyson Family Center for Technology Mail: PO Box 5041, Monroe, NC 28111-5041 3509 Old Charlotte Highway, Monroe, NC 28110 704.290.5100 or 1.822.766.0179 www.spcc.edu Revised August 2017 12