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.

While ultrasounds can provide valuable insights into how a pregnancy is progressing, there are times when the results can be misleading or inaccurate.

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.

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.