To start the professional training to become an ultrasound tech, you’ll need a high school diploma. If you don’t have one, don’t fear; there are several ways to earn a GED.

Online ultrasound technician programs allow you to complete classwork from a distance, though you will need to visit physical work settings to participate in clinicals and other experiences.

An ultrasound tech is not trained to determine a diagnosis based on ultrasound test findings. During an ultrasound test, feel free to ask your technician questions.

An ultrasound technician, also called a sonographer, puts the transducer on your skin, along with gel that improves the contact between the transducer and your skin.

Pregnant women undergo all kinds of medical checks. This is to monitor the health of both the mother and child and to detect ...

With a transvaginal ultrasound, a technician inserts a small probe into your vagina to get a clearer image of your tiny baby. Transvaginal ultrasounds check your baby's heartbeat and the placenta.