Course Overview
CPD points (SSR) - Pending approval
Due to recent changes in the Modular Certification Pathway in Sonography, we have temporarily paused the acceptance of new candidate applications for this module. This decision has been made to ensure that we can provide the best possible experience for our current learners and make necessary adjustments to improve the programme.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to our team here.
Ultrasound involves the use of high-frequency ultrasound waves to produce diagnostic-quality images. This module aims to provide you with theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the vascular ultrasound field.
The 15-week module covers a 6-day intensive “hands on” training programme that is designed for ultrasound practitioners such as radiographers or sonographers who wish to pursue a postgraduate qualification. You will develop an understanding of Doppler physics and its application and importance in vascular scanning.
Topics covered include physiology of normal circulation, the process of vascular disease and its effect on the normal circulation, the ultrasound techniques involved in scanning the cerebro-vascular system, upper and lower limb vessels, and abdominal vessels as well as less common indications for vascular ultrasound. You will also develop an insight into the role of ultrasound and other supplementary imaging tests for the diagnosis of various venous and arterial diseases.
Who Should Attend
- Radiographers practising ultrasound
- Healthcare professionals involved in ultrasound work
Prerequisites
Participants must have relevant ultrasound related experience (preferably at least 1 year of working experience as an independent sonographer).
Candidates must have the required access to a medical ultrasound facility to develop competency in the respective clinical applications. They must be actively engaged in supervised ultrasound clinical practice in the workplace for at least three days (or equivalent) per week. It is the candidate's responsibility to secure a supervised clinical arrangement in the workplace. At the end of the trimester, candidates must satisfy the clinical requirements (ie. compulsory logging the required number of ultrasound examinations in clinical portfolio and pass the clinical skills assessment).
Documents and information you would need to complete this application:
Please upload documents under Online Applications - Supporting Documents section.
- Employment support letter (Includes applicant's area of work)*
- Registration of practice, AHPC
- Transcript of highest relevant qualification*
- Professional certification
- English proficiency test, IELTS 7.0 or equivalent^
- Answers to the following questions:
- Your reasons for pursuing the module (100 - 150 words)
- Why did you select SIT over other academic institutions? (100 - 150 words)
- What do you hope to achieve at the completion of the module? (100 - 150 words)
* Mandatory Documents
^ If applicant's basic professional qualification was not obtained from Singapore, Australia, Canada (except Quebec), New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom, and the United States of America)
What You Will Learn
- Identify, describe and justify the selection of imaging parameters and equipment settings as well as patient care for selected vascular system
- Perform routine examination of vascular ultrasound of selected vascular system according to standard protocol.
Interpret routine sonographic imaging of the selected vascular system - Recognise and describe the normal and abnormal imaging characteristics of the lower and upper limb venous and arterial systems, carotid arteries, and abdominal vasculature
- Recognise when modifications to routine scanning approaches are required and describe the limitations of ultrasound in regards to imaging the selected vascular system
- Demonstrate advanced clinical reasoning, problem solving, and decision-making skills in vascular sonographic practice
Teaching Team
Ooi Chin Chin
Associate Professor, Health and Social Sciences, Singapore Institute of Technology
Nurul Adliah Gazali
Senior Lecturer, Health and Social Sciences, Singapore Institute of Technology
Schedule
Week | Topics | External Speakers |
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Week 1 | Introduction to Vascular Ultrasound |
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Week 2 | The Upper Limb | |
Week 3 - 4 | The Lower Limb | |
Week 5 | Other Abdominal Vessels | |
Week 6 |
Other Abdominal Vessels (Cont'd) |
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Week 7 |
Transcranial Doppler |
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Week 8 |
Case Report (20%) |
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Week 9 |
Carotid, Vertebral & Brachiocephalic Arterial Colour Duplex |
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Week 10 |
Liver Transplant Doppler |
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Week 11 |
Penile Doppler |
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Week 12 |
Doppler Ultrasound imaging for detection of abnormality in the peripheral venous system: What a vascular surgeon wants to know |
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Week 13 |
Clinical Cases - Student Led Discussion (Tutorial 2) |
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Week 14 |
VIVA (30%) |
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Week 15 | Quiz (30%) |
Certificate and Assessment
A Certificate of Participation will be issued to participants who
- Attend at least 75% of the module
- Undertake non-credit bearing assessment during the module
A Certificate of Attainment will be issued to participants who
- Attend at least 75% of the module, and
- Candidates who pass the Assessment criteria of the respective module will earn 6 credits, which are stackable for Postgraduate Certificate and Postgraduate Diploma qualifications
- Candidates who pass 4 modules (totalling 24 credits) with a CGPA of 2.5 or more will be awarded the Postgraduate Certificate in Sonography by Singapore Institute of Technology
- Candidates who pass 8 modules (totalling 48 credits) with a CGPA of 2.5 or more will be awarded the Postgraduate Diploma in Sonography by Singapore Institute of Technology
Fee Structure
The full fee for this course is S$4,251.00.
Category | After SF Funding |
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Singapore Citizen (Below 40) | S$1,275.30 |
Singapore Citizen (40 & Above) | S$495.30 |
Singapore PR / LTVP+ Holder | S$1,275.30 |
Non-Singapore Citizen | S$4,251.00 (No Funding) |
Note: All fees above include GST. GST applies to individuals and Singapore-registered companies.
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