CF to Launch Two New Health Sciences Programs in 2024

Two new health science degrees are coming to the College of Central Florida in 2024. These specialized pathways will offer new routes for students to enter the competitive health care industry.

In CF’s Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technology program, participants will study medical imaging, developing the skills required to perform ultrasounds as registered sonographers. Graduates can be employed in hospitals, medical centers, clinics, outpatient centers and OB/GYN offices. Upon completion of the program, students will be eligible to sit for the national credential examinations given by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography in the Abdomen and OB/GYN specialties.

CF’s new Respiratory Care degree will be offered at the Ocala and Wilton Simpson Citrus campuses. This program will prepare students to evaluate and treat cardiopulmonary symptoms and disorders in a career as Respiratory Therapists. At the completion of this program, students will be eligible take the National Board of Respiratory Care exam to apply for licensure in the state of Florida.

Both two-year Associate in Science degrees offer hands-on learning at CF’s state-of-the-art training facilities, as well as clinical experiences with local health care providers to prepare graduates for high-demand, high-skill careers.

Each program will undergo its own accreditation process, with first classes anticipated for fall 2024. Interested students can begin taking general education courses starting in spring semester.

These programs are limited access, with admissions processes and criteria beyond general college admissions. Attendance at an information session is mandatory before applying to either program.

To learn more about CF’s Diagnostic Medical Sonography Technology program, visit CF.edu/Sonography.

For more details about CF’s Respiratory Care program, visit CF.edu/Respiratory.