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Imaging Sciences
Bachelor Degree
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Nov 23, 2026
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8 Months
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$55
Tuition
$12,908 / Semester
Sonography Principles and Instrumentation — SPI
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The Sonography Principles and Instrumentation (SPI) examination tests basic physical principles and instrumentation knowledge essential to sonography professionals and students.
To earn an RDMS, RDCS or RVT credential, you must pass the SPI examination and a corresponding specialty examination within five years. After passing the SPI examination, you can earn additional credentials without having to retake the SPI examination, provided you maintain active status.
Certifying Organization
American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography
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If significant education or training is needed? Yes
If significant work experience is needed? Yes
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 10 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Unknown
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Unknown
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Unknown
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Unknown
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Suggested because Sonography Principles and Instrumentation applies to Radiologic Technologists and Technicians. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.
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