Ultrasound Physics & Instrumentation (UPI)

Issued by ARDMS

The Ultrasound Physics & Instrumentation (UPI) examination tested the requisite physical principles and instrumentation knowledge, skills and abilities essential to sonography professionals. It was the physics component for the RDMS credential however, it is no longer offered. The Sonography Principles & Instrumentation (SPI) examination now meets the physics requirement for the RDMS credential.

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American Registry For Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
Patient Care And Safety
Quality Assurance In Sonography
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)
Ultrasound Physics
Ultrasound Physics & Instrumentation (UPI)

Earning Criteria

Complete the education and clinical requirements of one of the published prerequisites. Note: prerequisite requirements are subject to change at any time and from time to time. Applicants must meet current prerequisite requirements in effect at the time of application. The prerequisites listed here may be different from those met by this badge earner.
Approved submission of an application with the supporting documentation verifying completion of the required education and experience.
Take and pass the Ultrasound Physics & Instrumentation (UPI) examination.