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CNA DMS

CNA to Sonographer

Build on direct patient care to enter diagnostic medical sonography, one of the highest-paid imaging careers.

Typical timeline: 2 years

CNA Rad Tech

CNA to Radiologic Technologist

Step into medical imaging — your patient-care background is an advantage in rad tech admissions.

Typical timeline: 2 years

CNA RT

CNA to Respiratory Therapist

Move from bedside care into respiratory therapy with an associate degree and RRT credential.

Typical timeline: 2 years

About Orange Coast College

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Orange Coast College is a community college in Costa Mesa, California offering Radiologic Technology and Diagnostic Medical Sonography programs.

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Healthcare programs at Orange Coast College

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Cardiovascular Technologist

Performs diagnostic cardiac and vascular procedures such as echocardiograms and assists physicians during catheterizations.

$1,208/yr tuition

Respiratory Therapist

Restores patients' pulmonary function and supports breathing by planning and administering medically prescribed respiratory therapy across acute and home settings.

91% licensure pass rate (2024)
$1,208/yr tuition

Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Trains sonographers to perform ultrasound imaging for diagnostic purposes.

$1,208/yr tuition

Radiologic Technology

Trains technologists to perform X-ray and diagnostic imaging procedures.

92% licensure pass rate (2024)
$1,208/yr tuition

Key dates

Application deadline: Feb 25, 2027

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