Emergency Ultrasound (E-FAST) 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 intensive program focuses on the Emergency Focused Assessment with Sonography for Trauma (E-FAST) protocol, an essential skill for emergency and critical care professionals. Designed for healthcare providers managing trauma and critically ill patients, this program integrates theoretical knowledge, hands-on practice, and case-based learning. Participants will develop expertise in using ultrasound for rapid evaluation of life-threatening conditions, including free fluid, pneumothorax, and cardiac tamponade.

Requirements

1. A background in healthcare, emergency medicine, or critical care 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 and techniques of the E-FAST protocol.
2. Develop the ability to identify free fluid, pneumothorax, pericardial effusion, and other critical findings.
3. Gain proficiency in using ultrasound to guide clinical decision-making in emergency settings.
4. Apply hands-on scanning techniques to evaluate the chest, abdomen, and heart.
5. Build foundational knowledge for advanced emergency ultrasound applications.

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 lectures.
3. Comprehensive Training: Weekly quizzes, hands-on clinical practice, and a final competency assessment.
4. Interactive Learning: Case studies, instructor-led discussions, and collaborative forums.
5. Resource Access: Study materials, recorded sessions, and ultrasound protocol templates.
6. Hands-on Training: Supervised clinical practice to refine E-FAST scanning techniques.

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

• Emergency physicians, intensivists, and trauma specialists.
• Sonography students and professionals specializing in point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS).
• Healthcare providers managing critically ill and trauma patients.

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 E-FAST imaging techniques.
4. Clinical Training: Hands-on practice or virtual simulation labs.
5. Assessment Materials: Weekly quizzes and a final competency evaluation.