Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) 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 1-month program focuses on Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS), an essential diagnostic tool for rapid bedside assessment in emergency, critical care, and primary care settings. Designed for healthcare providers, this course integrates theoretical knowledge, hands-on practice, and case-based scenarios to develop practical proficiency in POCUS. Participants will learn to perform and interpret ultrasound in key clinical areas, including cardiac, lung, abdomen, and vascular imaging.

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 and techniques of Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS).
2. Perform POCUS for rapid assessment of cardiac, thoracic, abdominal, and vascular conditions.
3. Identify and interpret normal and pathological ultrasound findings in emergency scenarios.
4. Apply POCUS techniques in guiding procedures such as thoracentesis, paracentesis, and central line placement.
5. Enhance clinical decision-making skills through ultrasound integration.

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 POCUS 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 primary care providers.
• Sonography students and professionals transitioning to POCUS.
• Healthcare workers seeking to enhance bedside diagnostic skills.

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