Description
The RDMS credential raises the standard of diagnostic medical ultrasound practice worldwide and promotes best practices for enhanced patient safety. The RDMS credential is designed to certify competence in the field of diagnostic medical sonography. By earning the RDMS credential, healthcare professionals gain a critical edge in promoting public safety in ultrasound.
RDMS Credential Prerequisites
To obtain the RDMS credential, you must meet the examination prerequisites and pass the physics and a corresponding specialty examination within five years:
Physics Examination:
• Sonography Principles and Instrumentation (SPI)
Specialty examinations:
• Abdomen (AB)*
• Breast (BR)*
• Fetal Echocardiography (FE)**
• Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN)*
• Pediatric Sonography (PS)**
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? Yes
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Yes
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Unknown
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No
Related Programs
73 Diagnostic Medical Sonography programs on Career School App.
Suggested because Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer applies to Diagnostic Medical Sonographers. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.
Other Certifications from American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography
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