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Ultrasound Physics Registry Review Course
Physics is the exam most sonographers dread — and the one that unlocks every other credential. This course breaks down exactly what ARDMS and CCI test, in a way that actually makes sense
COURSE PRICE
$325
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6 weeks X-ZONE practice
12 CME credits
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ABOUT THIS COURSE
Whether you just finished school or haven’t thought about physics in years, this course meets you where you are.
This 12-hour review is designed to build real confidence in ultrasound physics — not just familiarity with the material, but the kind of understanding that holds up on test day. We cover exactly what’s tested on the ARDMS SPI exam and CCI physics components, organized clearly and practically.
Note for CCI students: CCI exams test physics and specialty content together in one sitting. If you’re preparing for a CCI credential, plan to also attend the relevant specialty course — Adult Echocardiography or Vascular Technology, for example.
Fulfills ARDMS SPI Examination Requirements
By attending and receiving all 12 CME credit hours, you will satisfy the prerequisites to apply for the ARDMS Sonographic Principles and Instrumentation (SPI) exam. Learn more on the ARDMS website→
Richie Palma teaches Ultrasound Physics.
Our physics course, led by Richie, turns a challenging subject into an enjoyable experience. With his engaging teaching style and a great sense of humor, Richie makes physics approachable and easy to understand. This course provides a solid foundation in ultrasound physics that’s essential for any exam—but it’s especially ideal for those preparing for the SPI.
WHAT TO EXPECT
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Your workbook arrives before the webinar
A printed study guide is mailed to your door—so you’re ready to take notes and stay organized from the start.
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You’ll join us live on Zoom
Webinars are fully live, taught in real time (no recordings here). You won’t need a mic or camera, but you can (and are encouraged to) ask questions any time through the chat or Q&A. It’s low-pressure, high-impact learning.
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You’ll stay engaged—without burning out
Each day is designed to keep you focused but not overwhelmed. Think: clear instruction, expert tips, and room for breaks.
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Practice doesn’t stop when the webinar ends
You’ll get access to X-ZONE, our online test question platform, to keep your momentum going and build real confidence before exam day.
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INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION
6 weeks of X-ZONE access — free
Hundreds of physics practice questions to reinforce what you learn. Plus, get 15% off quiz cards when you add them at checkout.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Richard Palma, BS, ACS, RDCS, RCS, FSDMS, FASE
Richard “Richie” Palma is a distinguished educator in physics and cardiac ultrasound. He is passionate about ultrasound and brings his enthusiasm to each of his lectures. He is the director and clinical coordinator of the Duke Cardiac Ultrasound Certificate Program. Previously, he was the Associate Clinical Professor of medicine at the University of Connecticut and the director of the Hoffman Heart Institute School of Cardiovascular Technology. He has worked in the profession since 1990. He was the first in the country to become a fellow of the American Society of Echocardiography and was inducted as a fellow in the SDMS in 2016. He was among the first to earn the credential of Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS).He is the only man to have received the Distinguished Educator Award from both the SDMS (2011) and the American Society of Echocardiography (2023). Richie is a co-author of numerous papers and cardiac materials. He has served on the board of directors for the ASE and currently for the SDMS and CAAHEP. He lectures extensively both nationally and internationally on adult echocardiography and contrast.
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