Argosy University - Campus Based Programs

Diagnostic Medical Sonography / Ultrasound - Associate of Applied Science (Twin Cities, MN)
Argosy University, Twin Cities Campus offers an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography program, which prepares students to work as healthcare professionals, to interact with other healthcare professionals and patients in a professional and ethical manner, to develop the best possible technical skills in sonography, and to demonstrate at all times the utmost respect and concern for the well-being of the patients they serve.
Graduates will be prepared to provide healthcare services as sonographers. The diagnostic medical sonographer works under the direction of a physician, using ultrasound imaging techniques
for purposes of diagnosis.
The Diagnostic Medical Sonography program offers two concentrations - a General Sonography concentration and a concentration in Echocardiography. Applicants must apply for admission into either the General Sonography concentration
or the Echocardiography concentration. The Sonogaphy program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
Medical Laboratory Technician - Associate of Science (Twin Cities MN)
Argosy University offers an Associate of Science (AS) in Medical
Laboratory Technology program. The mission of this program is to teach students to work as healthcare professionals; to interact with pathologists, technologists, other medical personnel and patients in a professional and ethical manner; to develop the best possible technical skills in laboratory analysis; and to demonstrate at all times the utmost respect and concern for the well being of the patients they serve.
Courses in the Medical Laboratory Technician program include:
- Understanding Human Anatomy
- General Chemistry
- Medical Terminology
- Hematology/Phlebotomy
- Urinalysis/Microbiology
- Immunology
- Clinical Chemistry
- Clinical Microbiology
- Clinical Hematology
- Clinical Immunology
- Immunohematology
- Clinical Medical Laboratory
Medical Assistant - Associate of Applied Science (Twin Cities MN)
Argosy University offers an Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
in Medical Assisting program. The mission of this program is to prepare students to work in a healthcare environment as part of a professional team dedicated to providing top-quality medical care. In support of this, the Argosy University faculty and staff provide an educational environment in which the students develop their personal and technical skills to become dedicated, knowledgeable, and ethical caregivers demonstrating utmost respect and concern for the well-being of the patients and families they serve.
Medical assistants are trained to be multi-skilled allied healthcare professionals. Their responsibilities include patient care, laboratory testing, limited x-ray, office management, and assisting the physician. Their versatility keeps them in high demand in clinics and doctors’ offices.
Courses in the Medical Assisting program include:
- Human Anatomy
- General Chemistry
- Medical Terminology
- Medical Assisting
- Hematology/Phlebotomy
- Medical Pharmacology
- Urinalysis/Microbiology
- Immunology
Radiation Therapy - Associate of Science (Twin Cities MN)
Argosy University offers a JRCERT accredited Associate of Science (AS) in Radiation Therapy program. The mission of the program is to provide the medical community with entry-level radiation therapists by providing them with knowledge and technical skills, a broad-based general education, and an understanding of, and compassion for, cancer patients and their families.
Courses in the Radiation Therapy program include:
- Medical Terminology
- Introduction to Radiation Therapy
- Radiologic Physics
- Sectional Anatomy
- Radiation Therapy Physics/QM
- Radiation Protection/Radiobiology
- Principles and Practices of Radiation Therapy
- Treatment Planning
- Building Clinical Skills
- Medical Law and Ethics
Radiologic Technology - Associate of Applied Science (Twin Cities MN)
Argosy University's Cllege of Health Sciences offers a JRCERT accredited Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
in Radiologic Technology program. The mission of the program
is to provide the medical community with entry-level radiologic
technologists competent to perform diagnostic medical radiography. Consistent with the institutional mission, the program is committed to the student's educational and professional growth. The program integrates both general and technical education to ensure that graduates can meet the multiple demands of rapidly changing technology in medical practice.
Radiographers are highly skilled professionals qualified by education to perform imaging examinations and accompanying responsibilities at the request of physicians qualified to prescribe and/or perform radiologic procedures.
Courses in the Radiologic Technology program include:
- Introduction to Radiologic Technology/Lab
- Medical Terminology
- Radiologic Procedures
- Radiologic Physics
- Radiobiology/Radiation Protection
- Radiographic Pathology
- Radiologic Procedures
Argosy University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and is a member of the North Central Association (NCA).
The Associate of Applied Science in Histotechnology and the Associate of Science in Medical Laboratory Technology Programs at Argosy University, Twin Cities are accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences.
The Sonography and Medical Assisting programs are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
The Radiologic Technology and Radiation Therapy programs at the Twin Cities campus are accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). |