Theory and clinical applications of vascular ultrasound - carotid artery and DVT
Who should attend this course?
This Theory and clinical applications of vascular ultrasound – carotid artery and DVT course is designed for health care professionals who have an interest in the performance and reporting of vascular ultrasound examination of the cerebrovasculature, abdomen and pelvis.
The Theory and clinical applications of vascular ultrasound – carotid artery and DVT course can be taken in combination with other ultrasound related courses and is part of the MSc Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences Ultrasound Programme.
It may only be studied as a standalone course by qualified sonographers.
Course content
This Theory and clinical applications of vascular ultrasound – carotid artery and DVT course is designed to give you the theoretical background of ultrasound imaging of the vascular system.
It also helps you to achieve clinical competency when you take this course as part of a taught postgraduate programme.
Active participation in group activities is a requirement of participants.
The aim of the Theory and clinical applications of vascular ultrasound – carotid artery and DVT course is to give you in depth of knowledge and critical understanding of haemodynamics, physiology and pathology of the relevant vascular system.
In addition, the course will build on your comprehensive understanding of techniques applicable to medical ultrasound investigation of the carotid arteries and venous system of the lower limb.
Furthermore, your critical awareness in synthesizing information and evaluative skills for the competent performance of ultrasound examinations of the carotid arteries and venous system of the lower limb, will be enhanced.
This Theory and clinical applications of vascular ultrasound – carotid artery and DVT course also aids the development of your technical expertise in the carotid and DVT vascular ultrasound in order to perform examinations competently with precision and effectiveness and adapt these skills as required in complex situations.
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How does this course map the NHS KSF?
This Theory and clinical applications of vascular ultrasound – carotid artery and DVT course contributes to the development of knowledge and understanding for:
- Core dimensions 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- Health and Well-Being 6
Assessment
The assessment consists of one case study presentations, a 1-hour OSCE and a summative clinical assessment comprising of three patients.
The summative clinical assessment is carried out in your own department and marked by University staff and your clinical supervisors.
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Entry requirements...
This course is open to all qualified health care professionals, currently working in the appropriate area of practice who are involved in the performance and reporting of vascular ultrasound examination of the cerebrovasculature, abdomen and pelvis.
Course fees
Credit level for this course: Postgraduate level 7 (15 credits)
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Contract funding for NHS staff
The University is contracted by the NHS to provide post-registration education/CPD and training for its health professionals.
If you are an NHS employee contact the senior manager responsible for post-registration education/CPD in your Trust to check if the course you wish to attend can be supported by the Trust's contract with our University.
Study routes
- Part Time