First (1st) Trimester Ultrasound Course

Learn more about the First (1st) Trimester Ultrasound Course

Gain confidence and expertise in early pregnancy ultrasound with our comprehensive First Trimester Ultrasound Course. Designed for healthcare professionals in emergency medicine, general practice and obstetrics and gynaecology, this hands-on training equips you with the skills to assess normal early pregnancy development, identify serious or common complications, and enhance clinical decision-making. Through expert-led instruction, you’ll learn to perform accurate scans to assess gestational age, evaluate pregnancy viability, and recognize key ultrasound findings in early pregnancy.

This course covers the essential principles of early pregnancy ultrasound, including the systematic assessment of the uterus and adnexa to identify conditions such as tubal ectopic pregnancy. Participants will refine their skills in ultrasound biometry to track fetal development and gain the confidence to detect abnormalities that may require urgent intervention. Whether you're expanding your expertise in obstetric ultrasound or enhancing your ability to manage early pregnancy presentations in an emergency setting, this course provides the structured training needed to deliver high-quality care.

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Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for:

Consultant obstetricians – whether you're newly qualified or an experienced practitioner wanting to refine and broaden your expertise.
Obstetric fellows – aiming to refresh, consolidate, and deepen their knowledge of obstetric and gynaecological ultrasound.
GP obstetricians – eager to enhance their ultrasound skills and knowledge.
Emergency medicine specialists – looking to broaden their skill set for managing obstetric patients.
GPs providing MTOP services.

Objectives

On completion of this one-day clinically focused ultrasound program, learners will be able to:

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 ultrasound in the assessment of early pregnancy
Use a systematic approach to conduct ultrasound assessment of early pregnancy to
- Confirm intrauterine pregnancy
- Evaluate for ectopic pregnancy
- Assess cause for pain and bleeding
- Date the pregnancy

Key benefits for attendees

Enhance Practical Skills: Gain extensive hands-on experience with real-life patient models under expert supervision.
Refine Diagnostic Accuracy: Improve your ability to identify and interpret normal and abnormal findings in obstetric imaging.
Learn Systematic Scanning Techniques: Develop a structured approach to performing comprehensive obstetric ultrasound examinations.
Practice on Diverse Cases: Build confidence by scanning patients with varied anatomical presentations and pregnancy stages.
Immediate Clinical Applicability: Apply learned skills directly to enhance patient care in your practice.
Boost Confidence: Strengthen your expertise in handling complex cases and challenging diagnostic scenarios.
Comprehensive Feedback: Receive detailed feedback from experienced educators to fine-tune your technique and knowledge

Why Ultrasound Matters

Ultrasound plays a crucial role in the first trimester and early pregnancy, providing vital insights into fetal wellbeing and early development. High-quality ultrasound images allow healthcare professionals to assess viability, detect complications, and monitor for fetal growth disorders that may impact pregnancy outcomes. By integrating ultrasound into key clinical areas, practitioners can make timely, informed decisions that improve patient care. Additionally, ultrasound helps guide interventions that may reduce gestational weight gain when necessary, supporting optimal maternal and fetal health. Enrolling in an early pregnancy ultrasound course ensures that clinicians develop the expertise needed to interpret findings and apply them effectively and accurately in real-world practice.

CME recognition

8.5 CPD hours	8.5 Core CPD Hours
Basic Early Pregnancy	EA 7.5 hours

Features

Modules (total) 3
Skill level Novice
Duration (days) 1
Lectures (hours) 2.0
Scan time (hours) 4.5
Clinician No

Why Choose Zedu Ultrasound Training Solutions?

Clinically Focused Curriculum Tailored for obstetricians

Our Comprehensive Obstetric ultrasound courses are meticulously designed to address the specific challenges faced by obstetric specialists. Our boutique approach ensures personalised training. Our courses cover everything from the probe moves to fetal well-being assessment in critical care, providing a deep understanding and hands-on proficiency in using ultrasound as a diagnostic tool. Learn with your peers in small groups.

Hands-On Training with Real-Life Patient Models

We prioritize practical learning through extensive, supervised hands-on scanning sessions tailored to obstetric ultrasound. You'll gain experience scanning individuals at various stages of pregnancy, representing a wide range of maternal body types and fetal presentations, preparing you to confidently manage diverse patient populations. Our training emphasizes pattern recognition, systematic approaches to obstetric examinations, and troubleshooting techniques, all crucial for accurate and effective assessment of pregnancy across all trimesters. maternal fetal medicine subspecialist

Experienced Instructors Committed to Your Success

Our team of experienced sonographers 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 confidence and competence. Zedu Team and Staff

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 proficient and confident of ultrasound. Deliberate Practice for Mastery

Features

Modules (total) 3
Skill level Novice
Duration (days) 1
Lectures (hours) 2.0
Scan time (hours) 4.5
Clinician No

Class times

Day 1: 0830 – 1700

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

Probe Manipulation

Probe care
Probe moves
Probe grip
Probe and screen orientation
3D awareness of the anatomical position of the organs

Basic Early Pregnancy

Sonoembryology
Scan technique and approach to the early pregnancy examination
Ectopic pregnancy
Pain and bleeding in the first trimester
Measure fetal heart rate
Determine fetal viability
Clinical utility and application of ultrasound
Limitation and pitfalls
Techniques to improve visualisation
Free fluid in the peritoneum
Sonographic mimics of gestational sacs
Extra-membranous haemorrhage
Diagnostic criteria for pregnancy failure
Establish gestational age
Measure crown rump length

Scanning, scanning and more scanning on real women in their first trimester of pregnancy

CME details

ACEM | Approved for 8.5 ACEM CPD hours

ACRRM | Approved – 8.5 Core CPD Hours | Learning Areas: Obstetrics and Gynaecology (O&G), Diagnostic imaging (IMAG), Differential diagnosis (DDx) | Domains: Respond to medical emergencies, Provide safe medical care while working in geographic and professional isolation

ASUM | CCPU Accredited Unit: Basic Early Pregnancy

RANZCOG | Approved for RANZCOG CPD, Domains & hours: EA-7.5

Approved by ACRRM and RACGP for the Rural Procedural Grants Program – GPs can receive $2000 per day for a maximum of 10 days of training per financial year, GPs providing hospital based emergency services can receive up to three days of eligible training per financial year.

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 patients models vary in age, size, shape and mobility to make the transition to clinical reality easier.
Case studies led by practising 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
Be a part of our community of clever – Join our peer support network with our monthly “Coaching Corner” sessions. Send in your questions, join the live online meeting and have your questions answered.