Description
This module will start with an initial study period of 12 weeks. In Term 1 you will develop your core knowledge and skills. This is facilitated by faculty lectures, e-books links, a vast selection of videos demonstrating key obstetric scanning techniques and carefully selected open source learning material. During this stage you will be expected to demonstrate advanced ultrasound scanning skills on simulation, if it is available to you, and take a number of online quizzes to demonstrate your retention of learned material.
In Term 2, you will submit for faculty review representative images or cine loops of complex obstetric case scenarios identified on transabdominal and transvaginal scans such as central nervous system anomalies, cardiovascular system anomalies, thoracic anomalies, abdominal wall and gastrointestinal anomalies, disorders of liquor volume, fetal growth disorders, etc. If appropriate to your role, you will utilise the above skills to formulate a plan of action.
During the course, you will have 30 hours of free practice on the ScanTrainer simulator in Cardiff. These may be taken in half days (09:00 – 13:00 or 13:00 – 17:00) or prearranged blocks of full-day practice. On completion of the module, you will have assessments of knowledge and practical skills.
