DCB catalog 2022-24

Career/Technical Curricula 79 Diagnostic Medical Sonography AAS Sonographers practice in hospitals, clinics, and physician’s offices, and in many clinical specialties. They are often found performing ultrasound procedures at a patient’s bedside, but also may work with imaging equipment in a dedicated room within the hospital or clinic. Most diagnostic sonographers work full time, and some may be assigned to work evenings, weekends or on holidays depending on their employer. Often the role requires being on your feet for most of the workday. Pre-requisites (must be completed prior to program admission AH 171 Medical Terminology 3 BIOL 220 Anatomy & Physiology I 4 AH 231 Healthcare Law and Ethics 3 General Education (Can be completed before or during program) BIOL 221 Anatomy and Physiology II 4 PHYS 120 Fundamentals of Physics 4 ENGL 110 College Comp I Or COMM 110 Fund of Public Speaking 3 MATH 103 College Algebra 4 CSCI 101 Introduction to Computers 3 Fine Arts/Humanities/Social Science Elective 3 Wellness Elective 1 Semester 1: DMS 201 Ultrasound Foundations Concepts 3 DMS 221 Abdominal Ultrasound I 2 DMS 221L Abdominal Ultrasound I Lab 1 DMS 231 OB/GYN I 2 DMS 231L OB/GYN I Lab 1 DMS 281 Clinical Practicum I (256 hours) 3 Semester 2: DMS 222 Abdominal Ultrasound II 2 DMS 222L Abdominal Ultrasound II Lab 1 DMS 232 OB/GYN II 3 DMS 232L OB/GYN II Lab 1 DMS 211 Ultrasound Physics & Instrumentation I 2 DMS 282 Clinical Practicum II (288 hours) 3 Semester 3: DMS 251 Patient Care 1 DMS 212 Ultrasound Physics & Instrumentation II 2 DMS 283 Clinical Practicum III (384 hours) 4 Semester 4: DMS 223 Abdominal Ultrasound III 2 DMS 223L Abdominal Ultrasound III Lab 1 DMS 233 OB/GYN III 2 DMS 233L OB/GYN III Lab 1 DMS 241 Vascular I 1 DMS 241L Vascular Lab 1 DMS 284 Clinical Practicum IV (384 hours) 4 Semester 5: DMS 224 Abdominal Ultrasound IV 2 DMS 242 Vascular II 2 DMS 242L Vascular II Lab 1 DMS 250 Comprehensive Review 3 DMS 285 Clinical Practicum IV (384 hours) 4 Students are required to complete 768 clinical hours following completion of Semester 3. Practical Nursing (Certificate) The Dakota Nursing program is a 1 + 1, Practical Nurse Certificate to Associate Degree Nurse (RN) Program. The program is offered through a consortium of four colleges in North Dakota. The member colleges are Bismarck State College (BSC), Dakota College, Lake Region State College (LRSC), and Williston State College (WSC). Classroom education is delivered by instructors on campus and from the other college within the consortium through the Interactive Video Network (IVN) system. Some courses/components will be offered in online format. Laboratory and simulation practice occur at each location. Clinical opportunities are arranged locally. The Practical Nursing Program is designed to provide the knowledge and skill necessary for students to enter a challenging career in nursing. This high-quality education meets the requirements for a Certificate in Practical Nursing. Upon completion of the program, the individual is qualified to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX PN®), as required by the North Dakota State Board of Nursing for licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The student is also able to move into the Associate Degree RN program upon completion if all qualifications are met. As program requirements can change yearly, please refer to our website https://www. dakotacollege.edu/academics/programs/nursing for the most up to date information. Preparation and requirements – Admission to Practical Nurse Program Admission to the program is on a competitive basis. The following are prerequisites for consideration for admission to the Certificate in Practical Nursing: