Breast Ultrasound Certificate Program

Breast Ultrasound Certificate Program

Duration: 1 Month (4 Weeks)
Accreditation: This course is accredited by the American Council of Training and Development (ACTD-US). Participants will earn a recognized certificate upon successful completion.

Course Overview

This 1-month intensive program focuses on the fundamentals of breast ultrasound, including anatomy, physiology, scanning techniques, and evaluation of common pathologies. Designed for healthcare professionals and sonography students, this course combines theoretical knowledge, hands-on training, and case-based learning to ensure practical proficiency. Participants will develop the skills necessary to perform and interpret breast ultrasounds as a complementary tool to mammography.

Requirements

1. A background in healthcare or diagnostic imaging is recommended but not mandatory.
2. Access to a computer or mobile device with a stable internet connection.
3. Commitment of 10–15 hours per week for coursework, clinical practice, and assessments.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will:

1. Understand the principles of breast ultrasound and its role in diagnostics.
2. Learn scanning techniques for breast imaging, including lesion localization and Doppler application.
3. Identify normal breast anatomy and sonographic features of common pathologies.
4. Gain confidence in correlating ultrasound findings with mammography.
5. Develop practical skills through supervised clinical training.

Course Features

1. Accredited Certification: Recognized by the American Council of Training and Development (ACTD-US).
2. Hybrid Learning: Flexible delivery through live Zoom sessions or in-campus lectures, supplemented by recorded content.
3. Interactive Learning: Case studies, hands-on training, and collaborative discussions.
4. Practice Exercises: Weekly quizzes and assignments to reinforce learning.
5. Resource Access: Study materials, recorded lectures, and ultrasound protocol templates.
6. Clinical Training: Supervised hands-on practice to enhance scanning proficiency.

Type of Study

• Format:
  • Weekly hybrid lectures (in-campus or Zoom) with interactive Q&A.
  • Recorded sessions for flexible review.
  • Online forums for collaborative learning and questions.
• Schedule:
  • Weekly 2–3 live lectures (or recorded), clinical practice sessions, and self-paced exercises.
• Commitment:
  • 10–15 hours per week, including lectures, clinical training, and assessments.

Course Instructions

1. Attend or review all live hybrid lectures (in-campus or Zoom).
2. Actively participate in discussions and case-based learning.
3. Complete weekly quizzes and assignments.
4. Attend hands-on scanning sessions or complete virtual simulations.
5. Submit a final competency assessment at the end of the course.

Target Audience

• Sonography students and professionals seeking to specialize in breast ultrasound.
• Radiologists, technologists, and healthcare workers transitioning to breast imaging.

Course Materials

1. Live Hybrid Lectures: Weekly interactive sessions with Q&A opportunities.
2. Recorded Sessions: Full access to lectures for flexible review.
3. Practice Exercises: Structured tasks designed to reinforce imaging techniques.
4. Clinical Training: Hands-on practice or virtual simulation labs.
5. Assessment Materials: Weekly quizzes and a final competency evaluation.