RDGY41620

This technology of ultrasound module offers students the opportunity to achieve competence, to an intermediate level, to practice ultrasound in the management of the patient with infertility. It covers all the main technological aspects of pelvic, fertility and early pregnancy ultrasound up to 8 weeks gestation. The module aims to equip practitioners working with infertile patients with a level of competence in ultrasound scanning that will enable them to understand the indications for
ultrasound examinations and perform scans safely and competently, in a manner that will ensure optimal image acquisition. It is designed to provide both theoretical and practical training, with a significant emphasis on clinical experience. Students registered for this module are offered the opportunity to develop their knowledge of ultrasound technology, as it relates to all aspects of scanning the patient undergoing fertility investigations and treatment, and first trimester ultrasound scanning (up to 8 weeks gestation). . This module is one of three core modules. In order to undertake this module students must be actively scanning in a fertility clinic. The work experience associated with this module should include investigation of the principles and applications of ultrasound technology. Students must arrange a clinical placement and provide evidence of an agreement to spend a minimum of 300 hours
practicing ultrasound in the fertility setting while undertaking these three modules