313509 v.1 Graduate Certificate in Ultrasound
GradCertUltrasound(Curtin)
This course is not available to International Onshore Students on Student Visas
Introduction
This course aims to provide the necessary educational underpinning for those users of ultrasound who will operate in defined areas of practice rather than the broad range of ultrasound examinations required of a sonographer. The program therefore, without additional study, does not lead to registration with the sonography board. It includes the foundation units which provide necessary to maximise imaging capabilities. One unit will be in the area of clinical expertise required by the student, providing them with the necessary theoretical understanding and the clinical skills to produce high quality diagnostic images and their interpretation.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
Entry to the Postgraduate Certificate in Ultrasound requires a recognised Bachelor Degree in Medical Imaging Science or a related area.
Recoginition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Course Organisation
The course will be offered on an external basis with entry into the course in either semester one or semester two. It is expected the majority of students will enrol on a part time basis due to the clinical requirements of the course. A limited selection of units will be offered if students enter in semester two.
Professional Recognition
The Postgraduate Certificate in Ultrasound is not accredited by the Australasian Sonographer Accreditation Registry (ASAR).
Career Opportunities
This course is designed to enhance the capabilities of health professionals in the specialised area of sonography.
Course Structure Disclaimer
Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 310699 | v.1 | Clinical Sonography 512 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310700 | v.1 | Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation 511 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310701 | v.1 | Sectional Anatomy, Embryology and Pathophysiology 511 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units (No Year Level Specified) | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 310694 | v.1 | Sonography of the Abdomen and Reproductive System 512 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310695 | v.1 | Superficial Parts and Paediatric Sonography 521 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310696 | v.1 | Advanced Doppler and Vascular Sonography 522 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310697 | v.1 | Musculoskeletal Sonography and Advancements in Ultrasound 522 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310698 | v.1 | Obstetric Sonography 521 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2011 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
