When is the deadline for applications?
Applications must be received by ontariocolleges.ca on or before February 1st each year. There is a $110 application fee.
How many students are accepted each year for the program?
We accept 44 students each intake.
How many intakes of this program do you have?
In the past, there has only been one each year, starting in September. For 2022 we have added a May intake.
When is the deadline for applications?
Applications must be received by Ontario Colleges (opens new window) on or before February 1st each year. To apply go to Ontario Colleges (opens new window).
Visit our admission requirements page.
Can I still apply after the application deadline?
After February 1st, applications are considered on a first-come, first-served basis, providing there are still vacancies in the program.
Am I eligible for this program?
Applicants must carefully review the admission requirements and use their resume to assess whether they meet these criteria. Our provided resume template/tool outlines the specific information we want applicants to include. This includes highlighting relevant education, listing courses that fulfill the admission requirements (such as Anatomy & Physiology and healthcare-related courses), and detailing applied patient care experience.
Please note, applications to this program are scored based on the type of education and experience obtained. Therefore, some applicants may score higher than others.
Given that this program is marked as Competitive, possession of the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.
Program faculty and admission advisor cannot provide answers regarding eligibility without an active application.
What is considered six credit hours in Human Anatomy and Physiology?
Six credit hours would be 2 one-semester courses (3 credit hours of Human Anatomy and 3 credit hours of human physiology) or it can be 2 two-semester combined anatomy or physiology courses.
What is considered six credit hours in healthcare related courses?
Two or more one-semester courses - examples include but not limited to:
- Personal/Social Determinants of Health
- Black, Indigenous, and Immigrant Health
- Health/Medical ethics
- Medical terminology
- Patient care
- Professional Healthcare communication
- Health professionalism
- Canadian healthcare
- Medical/clinical research
- Psychology courses
- Mental health and wellness
- Disease and epidemiology/immunology
If I do not have an imaging background, can I still apply?
Yes. However, applicants with formal education and training in Medical Imaging receive preference during the applicant ranking process.
What are the costs associated with the program and profession?
In addition to program tuition, the following costs are approximate:
- Textbooks and course supplies/resources: $500
- Clinical Pre-placement requirements: $200-$300
- Registry exams and Regulatory College: $1700
Do I need to have my pre-placement requirements completed before I accept my offer to Mohawk?
DCS program does not require you to have your pre-placement requirements completed before accepting your offer. Please check the Preplacement Services on MyMohawk for details regarding deadlines.
How can I submit the required documents?
All required documents must be received by the admissions advisor on or before February 15th. Applications completed after February 15th may be considered for a spot on the waiting list. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
Please include your Ontario College (opens new window) application number on all documents and mail them to:
Ontario Colleges
60 Corporate Court
Guelph, ON
N1G 5J3
I would like to do my clinical training at the hospital in my hometown. Can I do that?
No. Clinical placements are assigned through an established allotment process. Students may indicate their preference, however we cannot guarantee you would be placed at a site near your residence. Clinical placements are only offered in our approved, affiliated sites.
Can I do this program on a part-time basis or by correspondence?
This program is available only by full-time study on campus and at clinical placements.
What is the job market like for graduates of this program?
Currently, there is a demand for cardiac sonographers. Most graduates find related employment within a few months, sometimes part-time to start with, but growing to full-time within a year or so.
Do students get paid during their clinical training?
No. The clinical training consists of two semesters where students gain hands-on experience and refine their technical skills. Students are evaluated regularly during each semester and the College compensates the clinical sites for this supervision and evaluation. Students do not receive payment during their clinical training.
What does it cost to take this program?
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IS TOEFL iBT or IELTS mandatory for all applicants for whom English is a second language?
Yes! Applications will not be reviewed until TOEFL or IELTS score is submitted. We will not accept any other tests or courses.