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Graduate Certificate in Diagnostic Medical Sonography
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Algonquin College - Ottawa Campus, Canada
CAD 13700
Annual Tuition Fee
CAD 135 Waived
Application Fee
24 Month
Duration
6.5
IELTS
88
TOEFL
70%
Min GPA
Program Overview
This 16-month Diagnostic Medical Sonography Ontario College Graduate Certificate program provides you with the crucial knowledge and technical skills to produce sonographic images and carry out diagnostic procedures.
Diagnostic medical sonography is a diverse and dynamic field of work. Sonographers are health care professionals that play a vital role in patient diagnostic outcomes by producing quality sonographic exams. They must be able to work well in stressful situations, think critically, and possess strong communication skills.
Through theory, simulation, lab practice and extensive clinical experiences, you learn to produce quality sonographic images. You consider health and safety in your work and apply quality assurance for the safe and proper use of ultrasound.
You have two 600-hour field placements where you enhance your technical, professional, interpersonal and patient management skills. These acquired skills help you to function as a member of a healthcare team.
This program offers you the hands-on skills you need for success. Algonquin College's Diagnostic Medical Sonography program is accredited by the Accreditation Canada EQual, and graduates from accredited programs are eligible to write the national certification through Sonography Canada.
Upon successful completion of the national certification exam, you are credentialed as a Canadian Registered Generalist Sonographer (CRGS) through Sonography Canada. To be licensed to work in the province of Ontario, graduates must register with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO).
You may find employment in settings such as:
- community and tertiary care hospitals
- medical clinics
- education and research settings
- private industry
Additional Information
Program Level Postgraduate Certificate / Diploma
College/University Processing Time 42 Days
Program Format Full-Time
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) 
General Admission Requirement
- IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
- TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 88.0 Minimum Listening - 22.0 Minimum Reading - 22.0 Minimum Writing - 22.0 Minimum Speaking - 22.0
- DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 120.0 Minimum Literacy - 120.0 Minimum Comprehension - 105.0 Minimum Conversation - 105.0 Minimum Production - 105.0
Academic Requirement
Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Graduate Certificate or Degree in Medical or Health related field with a minimum of 2 courses (or equivalent) in Human/Gross Anatomy and Human Physiology, plus 1 course in Human Pathology and 3 additional human health related courses. All courses must have a minimum grade of 70% (B-) or higher.
- Examples of degrees included but not limited to: BSc Kinesiology, BA Kinesiology, BSc Nursing, Bachelor of Medical Radiation Sciences, Bachelor of Applied Health Sciences, MSc OT, MSc PT.
- Examples of Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas include, but not limited to: Medical Radiation Technology, Respiratory Therapy, Registered Practical Nursing, Cardiovascular Technology, Registered Massage Therapy, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Physiotherapy Assistant.
All applicants must complete an assessment of their knowledge and skills through the Test Centre, and pay an exam fee. Results from the Algonquin College Health Program Admissions Test (AC-HPAT) will be utilized to establish minimum eligibility and applicant ranking. The AC-HPAT can only be written once per academic cycle. For further information on the HPAT and how to book your assessment, please visit Algonquin's Test Centre.
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Tuition Fee
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Average Tuition Fee Per Year
13700
Tuition Fee
(CAD)
CAD 135 Waived
Application Fee
(CAD)
22895 Per year
Average Cost of Living
(CAD)
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Scholarships
Degree Scholarship Fall 2026
The scholarship will now be available to all applicants applying to any 4?year degree program starting in Fall (September 2026) at Algonquin College (excluding the Bachelor of Science in Nursing and the Bachelor of Information Technology programs offered in collaboration with Carleton University).
Scholarship Amount and Conditions
- Each eligible student will receive $1,000 CAD per academic term, for a maximum total of $8,000 CAD over the duration of their degree program.
- Only for bachelor's degrees applicants must have a minimum GPA of 8.0/10 (or 80%) in Grades 12.
- Applicants must meet all other admission requirements for their chosen degree program.
- From the second term onward, students must maintain a minimum GPA of 1.7 to continue receiving the scholarship.
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