This course is an introduction to sonography and patient care in the clinical setting. Students will have the opportunity to observe credentialed professionals providing quality patient care and ultrasound examination techniques. They will apply learned concepts and techniques including hands-on scanning and image production under the close supervision of qualified sonographers working toward clinical competence in basic sonographic exams within the areas of Abdomen-extended, OB/Gyn, and Vascular sonography. This course includes a laboratory component for additional skill refinement. A minimum of 225 hours are required in the clinical setting.