Introduction and ARDMS Credentials
About this Guide
This guide provides quick-reference application information for the
American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
examinations for the RDMS, RDCS and RVT credentials.
Application information for the RPVI and RMSK credentialing
examinations may be found in the respective brochures.
For comprehensive application information for all ARDMS
examinations, please visit ARDMS.org.
Applying online is simple, safe, fast and secure!
The ARDMS online application allows you to
download a personalized list of documents
required for submission, easily pick up where
you left off, correct mistakes and submit payment
via online or in the mail!
Apply Online!
ARDMS.org/apply
About ARDMS
ARDMS is an independent, nonprofit organization that
administers examinations and awards the following credentials:
RDMS
®
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
®
RDCS
®
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer
®
RVT
®
Registered Vascular Technologist
®
RPVI
®
Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation
®*
RMSK
™
Registered in Musculoskeletal
™
sonography
*
*This guide does not provide application information for the RPVI or RMSK credentialing
examinations. Please visit ARDMS.org for application information for all ARDMS credentialing
examinations.
The ARDMS is developing an ultrasound certificate examination
for midwifery professionals for release in October 2015.
Visit ARDMS.org/mw and sign-up to receive updates.
