1 Year Diploma in Ultrasonography

MISSION

To provide compassionate, caring, and high-quality medical imaging and image-guided therapy services to improve the quality of life for our patients and their families. Our services are cost-efficient, less invasive and safe. We work to meet the clinical needs of the hospital we serve, and to advance the manner in which imaging and imaging sciences improve the human condition.

VISION

To provide timely, cost-efficient, and high quality medical imaging and image-guided therapy services for a diverse patient population.

Values

  • To always have our patient’s well-being of primary concern.
  • To maintain the highest ethical principles in our daily practice.
  • To treat patients, trainees, and colleagues with utmost respect.
  • To foster an environment of inclusion.
  • To continually seek to improve ourselves and our profession.
  • To lead by example.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Sonographic examination plays an important role in developing diagnosis of the patient. The certificate program in ultrasonography is intended to develop imaging skills using ultrasonographic techniques. The candidates will learn all of the basic academic knowledge required to work in this field and, importantly, have plenty of hands-on training. They will be introduced to the ultrasound physics, use of transducers and its clinical practice. They will be further trained in abdominal, obstetrics and gynecological ultrasonography. The program will continually strive to provide students with high quality education and excellent clinical training, under qualified supervision.

Course Duration is 1 Year

Eligibility MBBS with House Job in Medicine / Surgery & current PMDC certification

Course Detail

We have designed our ultrasound course for those who want to take ultrasound as their specialty, those who are already performing ultrasounds but want to refresh their knowledge and for those who wish to be updated with the latest technology. In accordance with accepted good practice, the course integrates theory with practice, meaning that you will perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations as you learn. The course, accredited by the Sohail University, will teach you how to use ultrasound imaging in clinical practice. You will be taught the principles and practice of ultrasound science, the practical applications of ultrasound and develop an appreciation of the principles of scientific investigation. Throughout the course, we will monitor and assess your clinical practice. This does not just mean technique, but also knowledge, comprehension, communication, analysis and management – in terms of the patient, your technology and your personal qualities. Through an introduction to the physics, equipment, safety and relevant professional issues alongside clinical modules, you will develop an understanding of current techniques and proficiency in medical ultrasound. This Medical Ultrasound course is ideal for healthcare professionals wanting to develop new skills in ultrasound or clinicians who wish to utilise ultrasound imaging in clinical practice.

Teaching methods – what to expect

You will have approximately 150 hours of academic teaching in a 1 year period. You will undertake a minimum of 12.5 hours per month supervised scanning throughout the course. A member of the programme team will be there with you to support you and observe your work.

Assessment

  • Coursework
  • Exams
  • Presentations
You will be assessed through a combination of:
  • Coursework
  • Written examination
  • Objective Structured Computer Examination (OSCE)
  • Presentations
  • Case studies
  • Clinical Portfolio of Evidence and Clinical Assessment, where appropriate.

Application closing date: 30th August 2022

Classes starting from 12th September 2022

FEE STRUCTURE

Pakistani National (Pakistani Rupees)
Particular Fee
Registration Fee 1,000
Admission Fee 25,000
Tuition Fees (Per Semester) 101,500
ID Card 1,000
Security Deposit(Refundable after success completion of training) 10,000
Examination Fee (Per Semester) 5,000
Total 250,000 PKR