Sonographer/Ultrasound Tech

Sonographers and ultrasound techs operate equipment which uses high frequency sound waves to create images of patients’ internal organs. Most sonographers have an associate’s degree, but some obtain a certificate or even a bachelor’s degree in medical sonography. No matter what degree you receive, coursework consists of biology, anatomy, and related sciences. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median yearly salary for sonographers in 2006 was $57,160. The BLS predicts that there will be a 19 percent increase in employment for sonographers and ultrasound techs by 2016.