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marloman · Joined: 21 Mar 2006 Posts: 1

I am considering admission to WCUI in L.A. I know the school is private and not accredited like a major college. They talk a good game and claim some of their students intern at UCLA & Cedars Sinai. The cost is more than most colleges, however I don't think you really need a 4 year degree to start in Ultrasound. From what I have seen experience and certification by the ARDMS is the basic way to start.

Oh by the way, I have no background in the medical field. But I am a two time cancer survivor who wants to get out of sales and marketing, and into a field that means more than just a paycheck. Question

Gdguy · Joined: 24 May 2006 Posts: 3

I notice that no one has replied to this yet, so if you still need this information PM me. I was in a similar position a few years ago and had difficulty obtaining information to make an educated decision, so I understand your dilemma. The reply would be too long to post, so contact me if you want this information.

letty5purple · Joined: 12 Oct 2007 Posts: 5

I currently attend west coast ultrasound in ontario, Beverly hills is the other campus. I have a 2 year science degree and I knew that getting accepted into an accredited school like Loma Linda was going to be a long wait especially if you don't have good grades in your prerequitsites. So I decided to go to west coast I knew that I would have to wait 1 year until I sat for ARDMS or at least have my bachelors degree. I investigated and this was the best route for me. I've also asked many students who have known other students that have graduated from this school and have gotten hired after their externship with good hospitals. I feel I have made a good decision. The instructors are very good too. The school is 21 months. Good luck

letty5purple · Joined: 12 Oct 2007 Posts: 5

I currently attend west coast ultrasound in ontario, Beverly hills is the other campus. I have a 2 year science degree and I knew that getting accepted into an accredited school like Loma Linda was going to be a long wait especially if you don't have good grades in your prerequitsites. So I decided to go to west coast I knew that I would have to wait 1 year until I sat for ARDMS or at least have my bachelors degree. I investigated and this was the best route for me. I've also asked many students who have known other students that have graduated from this school and have gotten hired after their externship with good hospitals. I feel I have made a good decision. The instructors are very good too. The school is 21 months. Good luck

letty5purple · Joined: 12 Oct 2007 Posts: 5

I currently attend west coast ultrasound in ontario, Beverly hills is the other campus. I have a 2 year science degree and I knew that getting accepted into an accredited school like Loma Linda was going to be a long wait especially if you don't have good grades in your prerequitsites. So I decided to go to west coast I knew that I would have to wait 1 year until I sat for ARDMS or at least have my bachelors degree. I investigated and this was the best route for me. I've also asked many students who have known other students that have graduated from this school and have gotten hired after their externship with good hospitals. I feel I have made a good decision. The instructors are very good too. The school is 21 months. Good luck