Lincoln Land Community College offers a diagnostic medical sonography program in Springfield, Illinois. This page outlines the program’s credential pathway and how it connects to work in diagnostic imaging.
Program at a glance
- Institution: Lincoln Land Community College, Springfield, Illinois
- Format: on campus
Program details
It runs approximately two years, with classes beginning in the summer session; selective admission. Students complete general education, program, and program-elective courses, including didactic, lab, and clinical coursework, including clinical coursework at affiliated sites. Graduates receive an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (66 credit hours). Clinical training covers abdomen (extended), obstetrics, gynecology, and small parts sonography. Completers are eligible to sit for the ARDMS examinations. The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon the recommendation of the JRC-DMS, in the Abdominal-Extended and Obstetrics and Gynecology specialty areas. These details are drawn from the program’s website.
Credential pathway
Graduates can pursue professional certification such as the Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS). These credentials are offered by national registries, including the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS). Certification is separate from completing the program; each credential sets its own education, clinical-experience, and examination requirements. See Licensing and Certification for how the process works.
About this occupation
Diagnostic medical sonographers operate ultrasound equipment to create images that physicians use to assess and diagnose medical conditions. National wage and employment-outlook figures are summarized on the Diagnostic Medical Sonographer page, with more context in Career Opportunities and Salary and Compensation.
Program details, requirements, and availability change. Verify current information directly with the program and with the relevant certification body or licensing board. Inclusion in this directory does not constitute endorsement.
Related pages
- Lincoln Land Community College school profile
- Sonography & Ultrasound Degree Guide
- Educational Pathways
Last verified: June 2026.