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ARDMS SPI-TC Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Sonography Principles and Instrumentation |
| Exam Number: | SPI / SPI-TC |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 5 years (must earn corresponding specialty certification within 5 years) |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Passing Score: | 555 (scaled, range 300–700) |
| Related Certifications: | RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist) RDCS (Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer) RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer) RMSKS (Registered Musculoskeletal Sonographer) |
| Exam Format: | Computer-based, Multiple-choice questions, Semi-Interactive Console (SIC) questions |
| Exam Price: | $275 USD |
| Exam Duration: | 120 (including survey) |
| Real Exam Qty: | ~110 |
| Recommended Training: | ARDMS SPI Content Outline & Preparation Resources |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE Scheduling Portal ARDMS Official Registration Portal |
| Exam Way: | Computer-based; in-person at Pearson VUE test centers or online proctored (OnVUE) where available. |
| Pre Condition: | Eligibility pathways include: graduating from a CAAHEP-accredited program; holding equivalent credential (ARRT, CCI); documented clinical experience + education; or meeting SPI Examination Requirement while in final semester. Must pass SPI + one specialty exam within 5 years. |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.ardms.org/certifications-examinations/examinations/spi/ |
ARDMS SPI-TC Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
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| Topic 1: Apply Doppler Concepts | 34% | - Hemodynamics
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| Topic 2: Manage Ultrasound Transducers | 7% | - Transducer principles and components
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| Topic 3: Provide Clinical Safety & Quality Assurance | 10% | - Quality assurance and instrumentation testing
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| Topic 4: Perform Ultrasound Examinations | 23% | - Physical principles and interaction of sound and matter
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| Topic 5: Optimize Sonographic Images | 26% | - System controls and processing
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SPI-TC Exam FAQ
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The ARDMS Sonography Principles and Instrumentation exam contains ~110 questions, and you will have 120 (including survey) minutes to complete them. Unlimited practice sessions are what make this pacing feel natural by exam day.
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You can register for the ARDMS Sonography Principles and Instrumentation exam through the official channels:
Eligibility pathways include: graduating from a CAAHEP-accredited program; holding equivalent credential (ARRT, CCI); documented clinical experience + education; or meeting SPI Examination Requirement while in final semester. Must pass SPI + one specialty exam within 5 years.
You can confirm the current eligibility requirements on the official SPI-TC exam page before you register.
Many candidates combine practice questions with official training. Recommended options include:
The ARDMS Sonography Principles and Instrumentation exam requires a score of 555 (scaled, range 300–700) to pass, and the official registration fee is $275 USD. Budgeting for both the fee and solid preparation avoids paying twice.
Yes. The PDF version works well as training and teaching material: print it for classroom sessions, share it across a certification study group, or use it as handout content during internal courses. Many company buyers choose this version for exactly that purpose, and printing is unlimited.
The ARDMS Sonography Principles and Instrumentation practice questions are organized around the official exam objectives. Key topics include:
- Perform Ultrasound Examinations (23%)
- Apply Doppler Concepts (34%)
- Optimize Sonographic Images (26%)
Team training sessions can follow this topic list to keep everyone on the same page.
