Learn more about the Focused Cardiac Ultrasound Course
Zedu’s 3-Day Focused Cardiac Ultrasound Course provides an intensive, hands-on learning experience designed to enhance practical scanning skills and build confidence in cardiac imaging. Through expert guidance and a structured approach, participants will learn to acquire and interpret focused cardiac ultrasound (FoCUS) views, assess cardiac function, and identify key pathologies with real-world clinical relevance.
The course combines theoretical instruction with extensive supervised practice, focusing on rapid B-mode assessment, troubleshooting image acquisition, and visually quantifying findings to inform immediate management decisions. It offers a solid foundation for clinicians seeking to improve patient outcomes across diverse clinical settings.Who Should Attend
This course is designed for healthcare professionals of all skill levels, from beginners seeking a strong foundation in cardiac imaging to experienced clinicians aiming to refine their scanning techniques. Ideal for those committed to enhancing patient care through accurate cardiac assessments, it equips participants with the knowledge and skills to excel in diverse clinical environments. The course caters to:- Emergency and Intensive Care Physicians and Trainees: Integrating cardiac ultrasound into emergency care and critical monitoring.
- Anesthetists and Trainees: Enhancing pre-operative assessment proficiency with ultrasound.
- Cardiologists, Cardiology Trainees: Utilizing cardiac ultrasound in routine and specialised practice.
- General Physicians and Respiratory Physicians: Assessing cardiac function in conjunction with respiratory conditions.
- Sonographers: Transitioning to roles such as Sonographer Educators in the Emergency Department (SEEDs).
Course Overview
The program offers a comprehensive combination of theoretical instruction and hands-on scanning practice, covering:- The core views of transthoracic echocardiography: parasternal, apical, subcostal, and IVC imaging.
- Assessment of left and right ventricular function, pericardial effusion, and basic valvular pathology.
- Techniques to optimize image acquisition and interpretation.
Objectives
On completion of this three-day clinically focused cardiac ultrasound course, learners will:- Use ultrasound system controls to optimise imaging for accurate diagnosis
- Develop proficiency in probe manipulation to efficiently acquire diagnostic images
- Describe the limitations and clinical integration of focused ultrasound in rapid cardiac assessment
- Use a systematic approach to conduct cardiac ultrasound assessment of a shocked or arrested patient
- Use ultrasound to assess the patient’s fluid status, global function and identify major cause of heart failure
On completion of this three-day clinically focused cardiac ultrasound course, learners will:
- Use ultrasound system controls to optimize imaging for accurate diagnosis in clinical practice
- Demonstrate proficiency in probe manipulation to efficiently acquire and interpret standard cardiac ultrasound views.
- Describe the limitations and clinical integration of focused ultrasound in rapid cardiac assessment
- Use a systematic approach to conduct cardiac ultrasound assessment of a shocked or arrested patient
- Use ultrasound to assess the patient’s fluid status, global function and identify major cause of heart failure
- Evaluate cardiac function and identify key abnormalities.
Why cardiac ultrasound matters
Rapid cardiac ultrasound is essential for emergency, intensive care doctors, and anesthetists because it allows for immediate, non-invasive assessment of heart function and structure in critically ill patients. In urgent situations, it provides quick diagnosis of conditions like cardiac tamponade, severe heart failure, or acute myocardial infarction, enabling timely interventions. This tool is invaluable at the bedside, eliminating the need for patient transport to cardiology, which is particularly important for unstable patients. It helps guide treatment decisions, such as fluid management or the need for inotropes and surgical interventions. Additionally, it offers real-time monitoring of cardiac performance, crucial during anesthesia or intensive care. By assessing volume status, clinicians can manage fluid overload or depletion. Rapid cardiac ultrasound enhances decision-making, reduces complications, and improves patient outcomes by quickly identifying life-threatening issues and guiding precise interventions.Key benefits for attendees
Attendees of Zedu's 3-day focused cardiac ultrasound course will benefit from a comprehensive, structured approach to mastering essential cardiac views. With a focus on hands-on learning, participants will gain increased confidence in acquiring accurate views, enhancing their clinical cardiac ultrasound experience. The course emphasizes troubleshooting techniques, ensuring that attendees are equipped with the skills to address common imaging challenges. The practical, step-by-step guidance improves pattern recognition and scanning abilities. The course provides a solid foundation for enhancing cardiac ultrasound skills, boosting proficiency, and accelerating confidence in real-world clinical practice.CME recognition
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CPD Short Format Learning |
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CPD Categories 2B, 1A, 2A |
Focused Echocardiography in Life Support, Rapid Cardiac Echocardiography, Lung
Why Choose Zedu Ultrasound Training Solutions for Focused Cardiac Ultrasound training?
Clinically Focused Curriculum Zedu’s three-day Focused Cardiac Ultrasound course is specifically designed to meet the unique needs of critical care physicians. The curriculum blends essential theoretical principles with practical applications, focusing on techniques and approaches most relevant to your clinical practice. With an emphasis on developing proficiency in cardiac sonography, the course ensures you gain skills that translate directly to improved patient outcomes. Hands-On Training with Real-Life Patient Models At Zedu, we believe that hands-on experience is key to learning. This course offers extensive practice on real-life patient models of varying body types, ensuring exposure to the anatomical diversity encountered in clinical settings. This practical experience builds your confidence in recognizing anatomical landmarks, adapting to variations, and refining your technique, preparing you to manage the complexities of real-world patient care.
Experienced Instructors Committed to Your Success Learn from highly experienced instructors who are passionate about teaching and dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals. Our educators bring years of clinical expertise in ultrasound and a deep understanding of adult learning principles. Their supportive approach ensures you receive personalized guidance, constructive feedback, and the encouragement needed to master your skills.
Deliberate Practice for Mastery Mastery in transthoracic echocardiography requires focused and intentional practice, and this course is structured to provide just that. Through repetition, targeted exercises, and immediate feedback, you will refine your technique, enhance your hand-eye coordination, and develop the muscle memory essential for precision. By engaging in deliberate practice, you’ll leave the course with the confidence to perform cardiac ultrasound at the point of care efficiently and safely.
Features
- Modules (total) 6
- Skill level Intermediate
- Duration (days) 3
- Lectures (hours) 7.25
- Scan time (hours) 12.75
- Clinician Yes
Class times
Day 1: 0830 – 1700
Day 2: 0900 – 1700
Day 3: 0900 – 1700
Frequently Asked Questions
Do any of your courses meet the requirements for CICM trainees?
Yes. Our 3-day Focused Cardiac Ultrasound course and our 1-day Basic Echo in Life Support course are both approved and meet the CICM Focused Cardiac Ultrasound requirements.
Do you scan real people?
Yes we do. We scan real people of all shapes, sizes and ages to develop your practical point of care scanning skills.
What ultrasound systems do you have?
We have a range of point-of-care ultrasound systems commonly used in the critical care setting. We aim to have something similar to what you use daily in your clinical practice. We also have a range of handheld systems to test your point-of-care ultrasound skills. Our aim is that you are comfortable navigating any ultrasound machine you are presented with.
How much hands-on probe time do I get?
Ultrasound is a practical skill, and as such, it is really important to get as much hands-on scanning time as possible. Zedu’s educational activities are designed for small groups that do not exceed four participants per tutor and machine. All of our courses run with at least two-thirds of the time spent hands-on scanning. We ensure that every participant gets an even amount of hands-on scanning time to develop their critical care ultrasound skills.
Modules
Image optimisation – interactive practical session
- Explore system controls
- Understand the impact of optimisation on the image
- Presets, frequency, depth, focus and gain
- How to label the image
- How to store and review images
Basic Echo in Life Support
- Anatomy of the heart in 3D – an interactive practical
- The 4 basic sonographic views of the heart
- LV and RV function
- Tamponade and PE
- Sepsis and hypovolaemia
- Volume status
- Limitations and pitfalls
- Techniques to improve imaging
- The role of cardiac ultrasound in advanced life support
- Clinical utility and application
- Case vignettes
Scanning, scanning and more scanning of real people
2D image optimisation and troubleshooting
- Cardiac windows
- PLAX, PSAX, AP4, SC4 error correction and troubleshooting
- Hone 2D image acquisition
- Image review
Scanning, scanning and more scanning of real people
Lung
- The artifacts of lung ultrasound – A lines and B lines
- Pneumothorax, absence of lung sliding, lung point
- Pulmonary oedema
- Pleural effusions
- Pneumonia
- Pulmonary consolidation and fibrosis
- Breathless and febrile patient
- Use of M-Mode
- Lung ultrasound protocols and the role it plays in advanced life support
- Limitations and pitfalls
- Clinical utility and application
- Case vignettes
Scanning, scanning and more scanning of real people
CME details
ACEM | Approved for 24.5 ACEM CPD hours
ANZCA | Participants in the ANZCA CPD program can claim attendance under the Knowledge and Skills category ‘Short format learning’
ASUM | CCPU Accredited Units: Focused Echocardiography in Life Support, Rapid Cardiac Echocardiography, Lung
CICM | This activity has CICM CPD Accreditation for Category 2B: Active or Interactive Small Group Learning – 2 points per hour | 1A Passive Self Learning – one point per hour | 2A Passive Group Learning – one point per hour
A great training course is only the beginning of your ultrasound learning journey
To help you master ultrasound and lasting change from training we engage you from the outset
Before your course:
There are pre course activities & access to preparatory learning resources to maximise your in-class experience
During your course:
- Short, sharp information sessions to provide foundational knowledge and clinical context
- Lots of hands-on practical sessions with real people to scan (including for TV and obstetric scans). Our standardised patient models vary in age, size, shape and mobility to make the transition to clinical reality easier.
- Case studies led by practicing clinicians to demonstrate clinical utility
- A variety of different machines to learn on
- At the conclusion of your course we’ll lead you to create a skills development action plan, creating a pathway that you can use to apply your newly acquired skills, promote clinical integration and ultimately reach your final objective – ultrasound competency
After your course:
The learning continues
- We encourage self-directed learning in the workplace with structured active learning plans
- A great selection of free access online medical ultrasound (FoamUS) learning resources
- You can subscribe to the weekly wrap – a weekly curation of ultrasound related hot tips and journal articles
More Ways Zedu Can support your ultrasound skills development:
- Image review – details here
- Follow-up coaching with our Zedu coaches
Focused Cardiac Ultrasound Course
$3,820.00
Refine your skills cardiac ultrasound skills through intensive, hands-on practice and expert guidance. Register now for Zedu’s 3-day Focused Cardiac Ultrasound course to enhance your diagnostic confidence.
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