Course summary

Designed for professionals working in diagnostic radiology within the NHS, private practice, or elite sports, the PgCert Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Imaging course caters to those seeking to enhance their diagnostic ultrasound skills, whether to advance existing musculoskeletal scanning capabilities or to expand their scope of practice to include musculoskeletal ultrasound imaging. Building on this foundation, the course features a pathway assessment leading to a competency-based qualification, ensuring graduates emerge as skilled, confident practitioners in musculoskeletal ultrasound. You will learn from a diverse team of experienced clinicians, including MSK radiographers, sonographers, and sports and exercise medicine consultants, offering real-world insights from both the NHS and private sectors. Our course, sponsored by ESAOTE which provides the latest technological diagnostic equipment, perfectly blends theory with practical application, preparing you to achieve excellence in your professional practice of musculoskeletal sonography. Located on the LSBU Croydon campus, our course is an integral part of the School of Allied and Community Health within the Institute of Health and Social Care. Renowned for being one of the most extensive institutions of its kind in the nation, offering state-of-the-art facilities and a vast network of support. Why study Musculoskeletal Ultrasound at LSBU? Accredited by CASE (Consortium for the Accreditation of Sonographic Education).Eligible to join the Register of Clinical Technologists (RCT) accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Part of LSBU's acclaimed radiography and imaging education portfolio, recognised with the 'Diagnostic Radiographer Course of the Year 2022' at the Radiology Awards.Use top-of-the-range ultrasound equipment with the support from ESAOTE. Ranked 1st for feedback satisfaction for Health Professions amongst London Modern Competitors (Guardian University Guide 2021). LSBU Health and Social Care graduates are the second highest paid among all London Modern university graduates, and the sixth highest in the UK one year after graduating (DfE LEO data 2022). Taught by leading experts who are in current practice in diagnostic radiology departments within the NHS, and point-of-care-ultrasound in the private sector. Gain clinical proficiency through supervised, live ultrasound scanning sessions conducted in small, interactive groups. The Programme is accredited by CASE (Consortium for the Accreditation of Sonographic Education). For More Information: Please contact the Course Director, Stavros Daoukas, Email: [email protected] Follow us on Twitter: @ultrasound_lsbu Follow us on LinkedIn: @lsbu-msk-ultrasound