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The Academic Upgrading program at SAIT is designed for individuals who need to improve their high school equivalency qualifications to meet the admission requirements for SAIT's certificate, diploma, applied degree, and bachelor's degree programs. This program offers a variety of high school equivalency courses, allowing you to focus on the subjects you need to succeed in your future academic pursuits. The courses are not official Alberta Education credit courses but are recognized by other Alberta post-secondary institutions for admission purposes. Please note that this program cannot be used to obtain a high school diploma.

The Diagnostic Medical Sonography program offers comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in ultrasound technology, a vital tool in modern healthcare diagnostics. This program will equip you with the technical expertise and interpersonal abilities needed to assess and evaluate body organs and structures, supporting physicians in medical diagnosis and patient health management. You will learn the scientific principles behind high-frequency sound waves, their application in sonography, and the instrumentation used to create ultrasound images. The curriculum covers imaging of fetal and gynecological structures, the heart, circulatory system, abdominal cavity, and superficial tissues, alongside developing essential patient care skills and understanding human anatomy and physiology. Through hands-on training in labs and clinical settings, you will gain practical experience in sonography theory and techniques within patient care teams, enhancing collaborative skills crucial for healthcare. This program is ideal for those interested in a career that blends advanced technology with direct patient interaction, requiring attention to detail and strong communication abilities. Graduates are prepared to work as diagnostic medical sonographers in hospitals and community clinics.