- Tired of “fishing” for the nerve in patients with high BMIs?
- Is your gastric assessment based on fasting time or actual volume?
- Are you still relying on “feel” for fascial plane blocks?
- Is ‘Image Optimization’ your biggest hurdle to a clear view of the anatomy?
Precision is your shortcut to clinical certainty. At Zedu, we bypass the academic fluff to focus on the high-yield scanning skills anaesthetists actually need—from difficult vascular access and ultrasound guided regional blocks to gastric volume assessment and cardiac imaging for undifferentiated shock.
Our expert-led courses prioritize maximum hands-on time with live models—not simulators – so you can master ultrasound guided interventions for confident, real-time decision-making when the pressure is on.
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Unlock a structured step-by-step approach to anaesthetic ultrasound that boosts your diagnostic confidence.
Hands-on courses
Use ultrasound to safely guide regional anaesthesia & reduce complications.
On completion of this two-day clinically focused ultrasound program, learners will:
- Describe a plan for troubleshooting image optimisation using the various probe moves and ultrasound machine setting adjustments
- and much more!
$2,650.00
Use ultrasound to safely guide pain management procedures & reduce complications.
Elevate your skills in ultrasound imaging with hands-on training in probe manipulation, image optimization, and anatomical landmark identification.
$2,650.00
1-on-1 Scanning Practice
Zedu coaching and scanning practice options lead you to independent and safe practice sooner. If you need to know that you’re scanning properly and doing it right or want to be the local go to expert in your department, Zedu tailored days help you be the difference for your patients.
Online Courses
This online module is perfect for getting started. Through a combination of focused video explanations and guided interactive activities you will be able to:
- Navigate your way around your system and its primary functions
- Set up for an ultrasound exam
- and much more!
$249.00
For new learners of ultrasound, this online module is perfect for getting started. Through a combination of focused video explanations and guided interactive activities you will be able to:
- Navigate your way around your system and its primary functions
- Set up for an ultrasound exam
- and much more!
$149.00
Zedu Ultrasound courses are recognised by:
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Why is learning ultrasound so important for anaesthetists?
In the modern perioperative landscape, ultrasound-guided techniques have transitioned from a specialized luxury to a fundamental pillar of patient care and procedural precision. Beyond simply meeting curriculum requirements, mastering this technology is about refining your clinical practice with real-time visual data. Whether you are performing upper limb procedures, securing central lines, or assessing aspiration risk via gastric imaging, ultrasound provides the clarity needed to act with confidence. It is the “clinical espresso shot” of the specialty—once you integrate its utility into your daily routine, the increase in procedural accuracy becomes an indispensable asset you won’t want to practice without.
Bridging the Gap to Clinical Excellence in Regional Anaesthesia
For the modern anaesthetist and pain specialists, the ability to perform regional anaesthesia with sophisticated needle guidance is a “no-brainer” for those looking to improve patient outcomes. Transitioning from landmark techniques to ultrasound-guided nerve blocks—including both peripheral nerve blocks and complex neuraxial interventions—significantly reduces the risk of nerve injury and enhances the quality of pain management.
Despite its global recognition as a tool that improves outcomes and reduces healthcare costs, many anaesthetists have been limited by “scattered” training—often learning via well-meaning but unorganized workplace mentorship. While passionate, these informal sessions often lack the structured pedagogical foundation required to truly master the art and science of sonography. We believe that to avoid the stressful plateaus of self-directed learning, you need a robust foundation of knowledge and skills and a clear developmental pathway. By moving beyond the compromises of on-the-job training and committing to a structured educational plan, you transform ultrasound from a source of frustration into a powerful skill set that defines you as a superior, future-ready health practitioner
Skills development
Every ultrasound user must establish the ultrasound skills fundamental to acquiring an image – from turning a system on and optimising the system setup, to patient positioning and ergonomics. We’ll give you the foundations for independent practice.
Scanning Skills
To get the most out of your efforts and before picking up a probe it’s important to identify your objective – do you have a purpose for scanning? Scanning for scanning’s sake isn’t optimal. When learning you need to engage in deliberate practice to develop your ultrasound skills. When applied clinically, you need to have the ability to define your needs, identify limitations and make decisions. We’ll help you focus on where you’re going and what you want to achieve.
Learning Pathway
Attending a course is one thing – making the time to develop your ultrasound skills and abilities is another. Learning ultrasound is a lifelong commitment – trust us, we know. Commit to invest your time before you start. Take time to remove practice barriers. Focus your time. Track your progress. Spend time developing skills out of the clinic. We’ll work with you to identify a pathway for skills development in your context.
Support
When you get back to the workplace, what’s next? Early enthusiasm to use ultrasound can soon fade to frustration when you return to the workplace, where the reality of clinical demands and often lack of ultrasound users can undermine your confidence. We can help by providing ongoing support, training and credentialing – as well as ongoing information through our free coaching corner and social media posts. We’re there for you.
How do Zedu’s Anesthetic courses work?
Clinically Focused Curriculum Tailored for Anaesthetists and Pain Medicine Specialists
Zedu’s accredited ultrasound training courses follow a proven step-by-step program to address the specific challenges faced by anaesthetists and pain medicine specialists. Our boutique approach ensures personalised training. Our courses cover everything from the probe moves to brachial plexus, adductor canal blocks, cardiac and gastric volume assessment, providing a deep understanding and hands-on proficiency in using ultrasound as a diagnostic tool. Learn with your peers in small groups.
Each course employs a systematic approach to help you understand the principles, develop scanning skills and implement strategies that have worked for thousands of clinicians in Australia, New Zealand and around the world.
Hands-On Training with Real-Life Patient Models
We prioritise practical learning through extensive, supervised, hands-on scanning sessions tailored to anaesthetic practice. You’ll gain experience scanning real people’s anatomy (not simulators) to understand the variability of imaging in a diverse population. We practice the needle guidance techniques on ultrasound phantoms (we like our patient models and want them to come back). Our live patient models represent a wide range of body types and ages, preparing you to confidently manage diverse patient populations. Our clinical training emphasises pattern recognition, a systematic approach to ultrasound assessment and troubleshooting techniques, all crucial for accurate procedural skills.
Experienced Instructors Committed to Your Success
Our team of experienced sonographers and sonologists, are dedicated to providing you with personalised instruction and feedback. With a passion for teaching and a deep understanding of ultrasound imaging, our instructors will guide you through each step of your ultrasound training journey, ensuring you build both confidence and competence.
Deliberate Practice for Mastery
At Zedu, we believe in the power of deliberate practice. Our training programs are designed to foster ultrasound skills development through specific goals, focused attention, constructive feedback, and repetitive practice. This structured approach ensures you develop the muscle memory and analytical skills necessary for proficiency and confidence in ultrasound.
Zedu is driven by seven key values
Relevance
Focusing on clinical practice to deliver immediate benefit to clinicians and patients
FUN
Learning should always be fun, engaging and entertaining
QUALITY
Providing real patients, small groups and skilled educators for best practice education
IMPACT
Create a ripple effect – making a difference for clinicians so they can make a difference for their patients
INNOVATION
Creative teaching methods to inspire better results
COLLABORATION
Making friends and breaking silos is what we’re about; the future of medicine lies in collaboration
SAFE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
No question’s too big, too small, or too silly – no judgements here
FAQs
From one to twelve, and everything in between. As a rule, we exceed the minimum requirements, ensuring an industry-leading ratio of 1 sonographer educator or physician to every 4 course participants. This gives you more hands-on time throughout the course.
The better question is: what machines don’t you have? Most major ultrasound providers support us with their latest systems, giving you access to the newest technology available. We offer everything from high-end carts to handheld systems, often with a one-to-one participant-to-machine ratio.
Zedu courses are designed around your specialty. You’ll learn alongside peers from your field in a structured, sequential environment. Everyone progresses together from beginning to end, creating a supportive and consistent learning experience.
Our courses are designed to be completed in full. The curriculum is sequential to help you build and expand your ultrasound skills. If credentialing is part of your goal, accrediting bodies generally require full attendance.
Absolutely not. Our courses are suitable for anaesthetists at any stage of their career and with any level of ultrasound experience. Our educators adapt their teaching to your skill level.
It depends.
- If your local health authority only requires course attendance, the answer may be yes.
- If credentialing requires external assessment through a third-party provider (such as POCUS Certification Academy or ASUM), then no.
If you need help navigating credentialing requirements, please get in touch.
Yes. Feel free to bring your own handheld system, along with chargers and accessories.
Courses are held at Zedu Learning HQ:
8-10 Flintoff Street, Greensborough VIC 3088, Australia
After registration, you’ll receive location and transport information via email.
Yes. We regularly deliver ultrasound training in other locations. If you’d like us to provide training at your workplace or venue, get in touch.
Yes — hands-on learning is central to what we do. Our courses are designed so you spend significant time using ultrasound equipment, with a typical structure of 2/3 practical learning and 1/3 theory.
No, but there are affordable parking options located approximately three minutes’ walk from our facility.
Yes. We offer one-on-one training, which can provide excellent results over a shorter timeframe. Contact us to discuss options.
Yes, although it’s manageable. We recommend reviewing the physics videos before attending. Other materials can be completed during or after the course.
Use the login details you created during registration.
Most Zedu ultrasound courses are accredited or recognised by one or more professional organisations, including:
- Australasian College for Emergency Medicine (ACEM)
- Australian College of Midwives (ACM)
- Australian College of Rural & Remote Medicine (ACRRM)
- Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (ANZCA)
- Australasian Society of Ultrasound in Medicine (ASUM)
- College of Intensive Care Medicine (CICM)
- Point-of-Care Ultrasound Certification Academy
- Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP)
- Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP)
- Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS)
- Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG)
- Thoracic Society of Australia and New Zealand (TSANZ)
No. We’re known for our catering — you’ll be well fed and hydrated throughout your course.
Resources
How to: Needle Guidance with Ultrasound
Needle guidance with ultrasound – a core skill whose difficulty is often underrated. Get your preparation, set up and alignment right and you’ll hit your target every time.
In this edition of the POCUS #coachingcorner:
- Suean focuses on what are some of the problems you may encounter with needle guidance and why – whether it’s vascular access or a more advanced procedural application.
- Q&A discusses the problems practitioners have, and the pros and cons of the different types of ultrasound phantoms. Check out our free Phantom Compendium.
Hadzic’s Peripheral Nerve Blocks and Anatomy for Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia
The complete, authoritative, and practical guide to nerve blocks — with a comprehensive atlas of ultrasound anatomy. Hadzic’s Peripheral Nerve Blocks takes you step-by-step through traditional and ultrasound-guided nerve block techniques for Anaesthetics.
Ultrasound Guided Regional Anesthesia
by Grant (Editor), Auyong (Editor), Paperback – 26 March 2016
Ultrasound technology is enabling anesthesiologists to perform regional anesthetic procedures with greater confidence in accuracy and precision. With improvements in visualizing neural anatomy and needle movement, ultrasound guidance improves patient safety and operating room efficiency. This book offers a detailed, stepwise approach to this technique, identifying pearls and pitfalls to ensure success.
Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia: Interactive Guide 4 Beginners [iBook]
An essential resource for the initial evaluation of the acutely ill or injured obstetrical patient. Written by experts in both emergency medicine and obstetrics, whether the patient is in the first, second, or third trimester, this ACEP book covers the critical obstetrical conditions you need to be able to diagnose with point-of-care ultrasound. Each chapter contains referenced text, key points, pearls, and numerous videos and image banks.
Manual of Regional Anesthesia [mulit-part pdf]
Regional anesthesia refers to a group of techniques performed either at the neuraxial or peripheral nerve levels that render part of the body insensate to pain. They accomplish this by selectively interrupting nerve transmission without the need to alter the patient’s level of consciousness. In this manual I discuss regional anesthesia related issues as well as nerve block techniques commonly used in the United States with special emphasis on the techniques we perform at Cook County Hospital in Chicago.
Testimonials
It was an engaging learning environment. Different models with time limit for each doctor is nice for learning. Thank you to the faculty for great work.
Eduard N
Concise, informative and like the amount of hands-on opportunities provided.
Sashi K
I find many CPD activities I just do for the CPD points and they don't really actually make any difference to my practice. I think this course has made a huge difference to my confidence. I should have done the course 3 years ago! Know exactly what the screen is showing you BEFORE I put the needle in!
David K
Very much appreciated the comprehensive & anatomical approach that Myra taught. Feel much more confident & capable to do a useful variety of blocks.
Yvonne W
Very engaging course with lots of hands on practice. Even put a Fascia iliaca nerve block with great results in a Pt.
Seema N
Very relevant information in the perfect amount of depth. All in line with the current teaching that I have been getting elsewhere. All topics were extremely relevant to my current job and future aspirations. Amazing facilitators!! Some of the best teachers ive had in a very long time. So approachable yet insanely knowledgeable. I felt like I could ask anything and they would have a solution. I think starting from the absolute basics at the start really gave a fantastic foundation but also allowed me to feel safe in my limited prior knowledge and with asking questions.
Alyssia D
This was better than I ever imagined. Facilitators were the best ever, course structure and content was spot on, location and facilities (especially lunch and snacks) were amazing, machines were high quality and engaging with real patients was invaluable.
Sarah H
Very clinically focused and relevant to my area of practice. The short theory sessions combined with regular short practical sessions was an engaging way to learn and helped build on the skills we were learning bit by bit. The presenters were very knowledgeable and all clearly very experienced at ultrasound. They all had different tips and pieces of advice, which I found very valuable.
Carine M
It was awesome, thanks so much for making the course hands on, exciting and very visual. You have done an amazing job with facilitating and everything that was provided.
Angela S
Covered everything was hoping to learn. Great presenters and facilitators, very relaxed but knowledgeable, very patient and reassuring.
