Delivery of the module will embody the Herts learning principles. 

You should be available to attend all days as advertised.

This module is designed for health care professionals particularly radiographers, who wish to develop the necessary clinical and evaluative skills for the competent performance and accurate reporting of relevant abdominal and general ultrasound examinations. The module is taken in combination with Ultrasound Image Production & Optimisation and Principles of Ultrasound Reporting in order to achieve an ultrasound qualification. It may only be studied as a standalone module by qualified sonographers who have not previously studied Gynaecological ultrasound.  

The module is facilitated by University staff and external lecturers.  

Delivery of the course incorporates blended learning which aims to combine practical, simulation and classroom-based learning.  

Assessment details

The assessment is a combination of an evaluation of patient pathway, a 2 hour in class test, completion of a portfolio and a practical skills assessment comprising a session of 3 patients. The practical skills assessment is undertaken in your own department and marked by university staff and your clinical supervisors. A clinical placement in ultrasound is a requirement for the module.  

Coursework 1, 40%  
2000 word evaluation of a patient pathway (1)  
Practical, 60%  
2 hour in class test  
Coursework 1 and the Practical must be passed before the Practical Pass/Fail can be attempted.  
Practical (Pass/Fail)  
Practical skills assessment - Comprising a session of 3 patients. This must include two full upper abdominal scans 
The portfolio is a compulsory gateway to the practical skills assessment.  
  
All individual elements of assessment must be passed.  

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes: Knowledge and Understanding  
Successful students will typically...  
1. Demonstrate a depth of knowledge and critical understanding of the anatomy, physiology, pathology of the relevant abdominal and general structures    
2. Have a comprehensive understanding of techniques applicable for ultrasound investigation of the normal and abnormal relevant abdominal and general structures  

Learning Outcomes: Skills and Attributes  
Successful students will typically...  
1. Demonstrate critical awareness in synthesising clinical information and evaluative skills for the competent performance of ultrasound examinations of the relevant abdominal and general structures  
2. Demonstrate a range of advanced communication and decision-making skills and engage confidently in academic and professional communication appropriate to their professional practice.  
3. Demonstrate technical expertise in competently performing relevant abdominal and general ultrasound examinations with precision and effectiveness.  

This module can contribute to the following programme(s)

HSMIRSM: MSc Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences: Medical Ultrasound