Registered Musculoskeletal Sonographer™ (RMSKS™)
Administered by ARDMS
Road to Certification
Earning RMSKS certification is a multi-step process.
Prerequisites
RMSKS™ certification requires the SPI exam and the MSKS specialty exam. Check to make sure you have the education and practical experience to support your certification, too.
Why Choose RMSKS
RMSKS distinguishes sonographers who use musculoskeletal ultrasound as a core diagnostic and procedural tool.
RMSKS certification requires the SPI exam and the MSKS exam.
Plus the following
Sonography Principles and Instrumentation
The SPI exam is the foundation for all ARDMS certifications. It tests your knowledge of basic sonography principles and ability with instrumentation.
SPI Required?
Price
$275 USD
Application Window
Year-Round
Examination Window
Year-Round
Musculoskeletal Sonography
The Musculoskeletal Sonography (MSKS) exam will test your knowledge of muscles, joints, tendons, ligaments, and soft tissues.
SPI Required?
Price
$300 USD
Application Window
August 4, 2026 – October 13, 2026
Examination Window
October 27, 2026 – November 19, 2026
Build a stronger practice with RMSKS™
- RMSKS signals that you have advanced, validated skills specific to musculoskeletal ultrasound.
- Imaging departments and ultrasound labs worldwide recognize RMSKS for consistent, high-quality imaging and exceptional patient care.
- Support a practice that relies on clear, detailed capture of joints, tendons, muscles and soft tissues.
Enhance your credibility
RMSKS certification demonstrates your specialized skill as a proven MSK ultrasound expert.
Career advancement
Stand out for new opportunities across hospitals, imaging departments, and ultrasound labs.
Invest in patient trust
Patients trust the high-quality care and expert abilities of certified practitioners.