Foundations of Sonography (SON 3000)

This course is designed to provide prospective students with an overview of the sonography profession, academic necessities, clinical requirements and professional demands of a practicing clinical sonographer. The course will include topics such as related medical terminology, professional environment and ethics, the history of ultrasound in medicine, sonographic specialties and an analysis of the role of the sonographer in patient care. Upon completion, the learner will be prepared to describe the role of a sonographer in the clinical setting and the various applications of diagnostic ultrasound in medicine.

Why take this course?

  • Learn more about sonography and the JCC sonography programs before applying.
  • Get hands-on scan lab experience and see if you have what it takes to become a sonographer.
  • Receive additional points towards your point ranking!!!

Registration Options: 

  1. Pay for class with debit/credit card:  
    Complete your registration online through Self-Service Instant Enrollment
    In Course Code box, type 'SON 3000' (click Search at the bottom of the page)
    Click 'Select' button next to the class you wish to attend,
    Then Add Section (class will be added to cart)
    Click 'Next' and follow prompts from there to complete registration and make payment

  2. Paying for class by mail
    Print the Continuing Education Registration Form (PDF)
    Complete ALL highlighted sections and submit with payment to the mailing address listed on the top of the registration form. Please note: This method will be slower, and your requested class may not be available when the form arrives.

*** If you are having trouble with online registration, contact the CE Registrar at (919) 464-2918 with ONLINE REGISTRATION QUESTIONS ONLY ***

Estimated Cost

Registration fee: $75
View an explanation of registration fees

Upcoming Classes*

Sunday and Sunday - June 17th and 24th - Health Building F176 8AM-5PM (1 hour lunch)

*Students must attend both days of each session to receive credit. (Testing will be included and class location may vary.)

For more information, contact:

Steven M. Penny, MA, RT(R), RDMS (AB, PS, OB/GYN)
Sonography Programs Director
Email: smpenny@johnstoncc.edu
Office: Health F174A
Phone: (919) 209-2502