This video is amazing! I personally have been a cardiac sonographer for 13 yrs now and i felt the same way in the beginning. I was also pressured to be a nurse because everyone in my family was a nurse. I can honestly say this is one of the best careers in the medical field. I Currently work as an echo manager but I'm registered in echo and vascular( ACS, RCS and RVS) I have no regrets and anyone considering this field should be know that it offers a lot as far as skillset and ability to grow. There's so much to learn as new technology, criteria and techniques are constantly developing. Within all that you will have so much fun learning and challenging yourself. You will not be disappointed.
Hey there! Thank you so much for sharing your experience! It’s encouraging to meet people who are also in the same field with the same mindset. It’s definitely a rewarding career and I do hope that people can stumble upon this field and feel the same way. Wishing you the best in your career as an echo manager!
That’s amazing! Here in BC, Canada, we are in the low 6 figures now. I’m really happy with how our income has matched the hard work we put into our jobs!
Hello Dee. I want to thank you for taking the time to share your story and advice about your journey. You have truly helped in a world where I feel I was not going to relate to anyone. Thinking about starting my journey in this. Sending love from Houston Texas!
Thank God! I found your channel. I’m planning to go back to school. Cardiac sonography is what I’m into. And I wanna know how to start. I’m a licensed teacher but I just want to go to sonography field. Hoping you’ll share the step by step guide. Thank you 🫶
Hey there! Thanks for watching! I can definitely make a video on what to expect when going into the Cardiac sonography program. Although I’ll make a disclaimer that it’s been over 7 years since I completed the program :)
@lovingcharlene I'm currently in a cardiac program (U.S), and my classmate was a teacher for 30 years before she switched... dont be afraid to take leap 🙌😊
Just got accepted…just got accepted to program…super pumped!!keep the vids coming they really help. Do you guys have to take call at your your hospital?
Hi Dee! I just finished my 2 semester as cardiac sonography. I am looking to write the core and cardiac exam board exams this year. Could you please give me some tips ? Did you pass your exams the first try ? Also could you give me some tips on study material for the cardiac exam. Thank you
Love this! I am currently 25 years old and work in Business Administration in an unrelated field. My undergraduate degree is in business & I've been considering a career change to medical. I've decided to pursue a Phlebotomy Certification this Fall, and then hopefully figure out if I want to pursue Sonography or Respiratory Therapy :) If I decide to pursue Sonography, I would have to work part time while in school. Is working part time while in a Sonography program manageable? I wouldn't be able to live or afford school without working.
Hey there! That’s really exciting that your pacing your path into the medical field! Yes, it’s possible to work part time however, it was suggested that we focus on our studies because the program is very intensive. I would suggest finding a job that’s flexible and that can accommodate your school schedule. If you’re able to, I would suggest you take out a loan and focus on your studies. The program can be very high stress and mentally draining. You’ll want to utilize your time well, whether it’s by studying our taking care of your overall health. Hope that helps!
Hey there! You are definitely not too old to get into healthcare! Being a Cardiovascular tech and a cardiac Sonographer is different though. My suggestion is to see if you’re able to get the opportunity to shadow different healthcare fields to see if it would be the right fit for you. In terms of job prospects, it really depends on where you are. Some areas are easier than others. For myself, I had to move in order to obtain a permanent full time job right away. Hope that helps!
Hello Dee, thanks for uploading such an amazing video. I am currently based in Toronto. Is it very hard to find the first job as a Cardiac Sonographer here now?
Hey there! Congrats to you! Thank you for the kind words :) it shouldn’t be too difficult to find a position in Toronto. I always see job postings there. I find there are more clinic opportunities vs hospital jobs. For myself, I wanted to work in a hospital setting so I decided to move away from Toronto to obtain a hospital position.
Hey there! At the moment I do not offer these kinds of services. Maybe one day in the future. For now, I’d like to share echo information as a hobby :)
Hi! One I decided I wanted to do sonography, I immediately gravitated towards cardiac sonography. I’ve been doing research but not sure I have the answers I need. Does a “cardiac” program differ from general / vascular sonography programs? Do I need to take general before I go into cardiac? How about vascular into cardiac? There’s a general certificate in Chicago and a Bachelors for Vascular. Just wondering what the best route may be for me. Thank you so much 🙏
Hey there! Actually, someone else asked the same question as you the other day! The answer is yes! The cardiac sonography program DOES differ from the general/vascular sonography program. I have heard there may be loopholes to get cross trained into cardiac sonography if you’re a vascular tech - I’m not sure if that route is still available but this is what I’ve heard for the US. In Canada, it’s different as we require techs to get formally trained in cardiac sonography. It’s probably your best bet to look for a school that specializes in cardiac sonography. Hope that helps!
Hi dee.. I think you once mentioned that you attended Mohawk college. I saw that the fees were in 3 semesters in a year .. I thought it was supposed to be 2 semesters in a year.. please can you explain better coz I’m about to pay my application fee
Hi there! Yes, you are essentially going to be paying for 3 semesters because you don’t get a summer break. When I went to Mohawk, we did our clinicals throughout the entire summer. You will need to pay for your clinical. Hope that info helps!
Debating between RDH or CVT. I really love both but again! I don't need to take a test like a TEAs for CVT but I do need to take it for RDH ((Dental Hygienists)
Hey there! CVT = cardiovascular technologist. It’s a little different to cardiac sonography. CVT’s are usually responsible for ECGs, stress tests, holster monitors, etc. I would suggest to see if you can job shadow. That way you can see for yourself if that’s really a career you want to get into! I would hate to see someone pour thousands of dollars in an education that they aren’t interested in at the end. Best of luck!
I didn't know that, should of done more research before getting excited. 😅thank you very much, will most likely shadow so I can be sure this is what I want.
Hey there! Yes to your first question. Cardiac techs and cardiovascular sonographers are different fields. Cardiac techs are responsible with the electro side of the heart. Cardiac Sonographers use ultrasound imaging to look inside of the heart and can visually see structures within the heart
Hey there! It depends on the country you live in. I’m Canada, there is the Sonography Canada exam. In the USA, there is ARDMS. I took both of them since I wasn’t sure if I wanted to work outside of Canada. The tests are multiple choice. But you also need to pass your practical portion of your program (aka the hands on experience) Hope that helps!
I have done my bachelor of cardiovascular technology i am great at doing echocardiography can i work as cardiac technician or do i have do another program
Hey there! Hopefully I answer your question correctly, but it really depends on where you live and the qualifications that are required in order to practice. If you’re in North America, you’ll need to be registered with ARDMS. There are several pathways into getting your registration with them so I would consider going through their website and looking into that
Hey there! I will try my best to make a general Q&A video soon. To answer you question in short, yes, it is a combination of paying an annual fee as well as making sure you provide proof of continuing education - this can look like a few ways, such as attending conferences, rounds, reading journal articles in your own time, etc. I will try my best to answer this question more in detail in a video
This video is amazing! I personally have been a cardiac sonographer for 13 yrs now and i felt the same way in the beginning. I was also pressured to be a nurse because everyone in my family was a nurse. I can honestly say this is one of the best careers in the medical field. I Currently work as an echo manager but I'm registered in echo and vascular( ACS, RCS and RVS) I have no regrets and anyone considering this field should be know that it offers a lot as far as skillset and ability to grow. There's so much to learn as new technology, criteria and techniques are constantly developing. Within all that you will have so much fun learning and challenging yourself. You will not be disappointed.
Hey there! Thank you so much for sharing your experience! It’s encouraging to meet people who are also in the same field with the same mindset. It’s definitely a rewarding career and I do hope that people can stumble upon this field and feel the same way. Wishing you the best in your career as an echo manager!
Love it!! ❤
Is it possible to find a program if I already have a bachelors degree?
Thank you so much
This video was amazing ❤ I just got accepted into my Cardiac sonography program! I'm very excited to join this field ☺️
Thank you! And congrats to you on your achievement! Best of luck to your new chapter in life!
How’s school going??
Cardiac Sonographers I know in AK hospital make about $95k/year. It’s amazing what they do and work 8 hour days in a Cardiology clinic.
That’s amazing! Here in BC, Canada, we are in the low 6 figures now. I’m really happy with how our income has matched the hard work we put into our jobs!
Hello Dee. I want to thank you for taking the time to share your story and advice about your journey. You have truly helped in a world where I feel I was not going to relate to anyone. Thinking about starting my journey in this. Sending love from Houston Texas!
Thank God! I found your channel. I’m planning to go back to school. Cardiac sonography is what I’m into. And I wanna know how to start. I’m a licensed teacher but I just want to go to sonography field.
Hoping you’ll share the step by step guide. Thank you 🫶
Hey there! Thanks for watching! I can definitely make a video on what to expect when going into the Cardiac sonography program. Although I’ll make a disclaimer that it’s been over 7 years since I completed the program :)
@lovingcharlene I'm currently in a cardiac program (U.S), and my classmate was a teacher for 30 years before she switched... dont be afraid to take leap 🙌😊
Just got accepted…just got accepted to program…super pumped!!keep the vids coming they really help. Do you guys have to take call at your your hospital?
Congrats!!! It will be a very rewarding career! Luckily at the hospital I work at, we don’t take call, but it is a common practice to see in hospitals
Hi Dee! I just finished my 2 semester as cardiac sonography. I am looking to write the core and cardiac exam board exams this year. Could you please give me some tips ? Did you pass your exams the first try ? Also could you give me some tips on study material for the cardiac exam. Thank you
Love this! I am currently 25 years old and work in Business Administration in an unrelated field. My undergraduate degree is in business & I've been considering a career change to medical. I've decided to pursue a Phlebotomy Certification this Fall, and then hopefully figure out if I want to pursue Sonography or Respiratory Therapy :) If I decide to pursue Sonography, I would have to work part time while in school. Is working part time while in a Sonography program manageable? I wouldn't be able to live or afford school without working.
Hey there! That’s really exciting that your pacing your path into the medical field! Yes, it’s possible to work part time however, it was suggested that we focus on our studies because the program is very intensive. I would suggest finding a job that’s flexible and that can accommodate your school schedule. If you’re able to, I would suggest you take out a loan and focus on your studies. The program can be very high stress and mentally draining. You’ll want to utilize your time well, whether it’s by studying our taking care of your overall health. Hope that helps!
Thank you so much sharing this information my daughter also a cardiac sonographer in Boston Massachusetts.
Hi there! I’m glad you found the info helpful! Hope you’re able to understand your daughter’s role in healthcare a little more :)
I’m a assistant project manager and I’m looking to change my career. This one is attractive to me. But I’m 35 and I don’t know if I’m old to do that.
Hi Dee, I’m 38 and have not experience at all in healthcare, am I too old to get to school for cardiovascular tech,? Will I find job easily?
Hey there! You are definitely not too old to get into healthcare! Being a Cardiovascular tech and a cardiac Sonographer is different though. My suggestion is to see if you’re able to get the opportunity to shadow different healthcare fields to see if it would be the right fit for you. In terms of job prospects, it really depends on where you are. Some areas are easier than others. For myself, I had to move in order to obtain a permanent full time job right away. Hope that helps!
A school I’m looking at is offering 61k in tuition for two years but clinicals and AA degree with about 3-4 certifications. Is that worth it
Hello Dee, thanks for uploading such an amazing video. I am currently based in Toronto. Is it very hard to find the first job as a Cardiac Sonographer here now?
Hey there! Congrats to you! Thank you for the kind words :) it shouldn’t be too difficult to find a position in Toronto. I always see job postings there. I find there are more clinic opportunities vs hospital jobs. For myself, I wanted to work in a hospital setting so I decided to move away from Toronto to obtain a hospital position.
Is there a lot of math involved ?
Do you offer remote tutoring? I am currently a 2nd semester student and need assistance so to prepare and pass the certification test.
Hey there! At the moment I do not offer these kinds of services. Maybe one day in the future. For now, I’d like to share echo information as a hobby :)
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Hi! One I decided I wanted to do sonography, I immediately gravitated towards cardiac sonography. I’ve been doing research but not sure I have the answers I need. Does a “cardiac” program differ from general / vascular sonography programs? Do I need to take general before I go into cardiac? How about vascular into cardiac? There’s a general certificate in Chicago and a Bachelors for Vascular. Just wondering what the best route may be for me. Thank you so much 🙏
Hey there! Actually, someone else asked the same question as you the other day! The answer is yes! The cardiac sonography program DOES differ from the general/vascular sonography program. I have heard there may be loopholes to get cross trained into cardiac sonography if you’re a vascular tech - I’m not sure if that route is still available but this is what I’ve heard for the US. In Canada, it’s different as we require techs to get formally trained in cardiac sonography. It’s probably your best bet to look for a school that specializes in cardiac sonography. Hope that helps!
You have to do an associate to achieve an associate?
Hi dee.. I think you once mentioned that you attended Mohawk college. I saw that the fees were in 3 semesters in a year .. I thought it was supposed to be 2 semesters in a year.. please can you explain better coz I’m about to pay my application fee
Hi there! Yes, you are essentially going to be paying for 3 semesters because you don’t get a summer break. When I went to Mohawk, we did our clinicals throughout the entire summer. You will need to pay for your clinical. Hope that info helps!
Debating between RDH or CVT. I really love both but again! I don't need to take a test like a TEAs for CVT but I do need to take it for RDH ((Dental Hygienists)
Hey there! CVT = cardiovascular technologist. It’s a little different to cardiac sonography. CVT’s are usually responsible for ECGs, stress tests, holster monitors, etc. I would suggest to see if you can job shadow. That way you can see for yourself if that’s really a career you want to get into! I would hate to see someone pour thousands of dollars in an education that they aren’t interested in at the end. Best of luck!
I didn't know that, should of done more research before getting excited. 😅thank you very much, will most likely shadow so I can be sure this is what I want.
Is echocardiographer and cardiac sonographer the same?
Is a Cardiac Tech and Cardiovascular sonography similar?
Hey there! Yes to your first question. Cardiac techs and cardiovascular sonographers are different fields. Cardiac techs are responsible with the electro side of the heart. Cardiac Sonographers use ultrasound imaging to look inside of the heart and can visually see structures within the heart
So what kind of tests do you have to take after you do the program to get certified?
Hey there! It depends on the country you live in. I’m Canada, there is the Sonography Canada exam. In the USA, there is ARDMS. I took both of them since I wasn’t sure if I wanted to work outside of Canada.
The tests are multiple choice. But you also need to pass your practical portion of your program (aka the hands on experience)
Hope that helps!
I have done my bachelor of cardiovascular technology i am great at doing echocardiography can i work as cardiac technician or do i have do another program
Hey there! Hopefully I answer your question correctly, but it really depends on where you live and the qualifications that are required in order to practice. If you’re in North America, you’ll need to be registered with ARDMS. There are several pathways into getting your registration with them so I would consider going through their website and looking into that
If you want to do fetal echo, do you have to go and certify also with ARDMS?
Hey there! From my understanding, yes, that is usually the route that most people take in order to be registered as a fetal echo tech
Could you please make a video explaining how to renew credentials? Is it paying a fee or bunch of classes for credits?
Hey there! I will try my best to make a general Q&A video soon. To answer you question in short, yes, it is a combination of paying an annual fee as well as making sure you provide proof of continuing education - this can look like a few ways, such as attending conferences, rounds, reading journal articles in your own time, etc. I will try my best to answer this question more in detail in a video
@@dayswithdee6670 Thank you so much ! 😊 sorry, and do you have to take more tests to get credit?
Hi mam I'm a echo Sonographer is any Vacency available there
Hey there! Your best bet is to look into indeed.ca for vacancies. This is where I typically look for any job postings. Best of luck!
Is it ok for guys to look into Echocardiography
Hey there! Yes, it is definitely okay for guys to look into echocardiography as a career!
Is it possible to have your email address coz i need some information regarding bse exam for international applicants as i am already here in london
Hey there! You can contact me at days.withdee2022@gmail.com :)