15 Sep 2025 (Intake closed)
Apply by: 18 Aug 2025
Semester 1
15 Sep 2025, 16 Sep 2025, 17 Sep 2025, 18 Sep 2025, 19 Sep 2025
Course overview
This module is for Practitioners who currently do not hold a general or obstetric/gynaecological qualification in ultrasound but wish to attain competency within the field of breast ultrasound. Students should have regular access to a breast imaging department and participate in weekly breast ultrasound clinics.
Available as a standalone module: Yes (Only available as a standalone (not as PgCert).
Attendance (Please note, this is subject to change for future intakes)
Dates: For attendance information, please see the top of this page. Please note, if the module is full or closed for the intake(s) this academic year, dates may not appear.
Venue: National Breast Screening Training Centre, King’s College NHS Foundation Trust
Typical intake(s): Semester 1
Career Benefits
Upon successful completion of this module and the Clinical Breast Evaluation module, the student will be able to perform breast ultrasound examinations within breast symptomatic and assessment clinics.
Assessment
- Element 1 - 90 minute online exam (Assessment/submission date: first opportunity as this can take up to 2 years - TBC)
- Element 2 - 90 minute exam (Assessment/submission date: Science & Instrumentation - TBC)
- CW1: option 1 - poster presentation, option 2 - case study and CW2 clinical portfolio
All elements of assessment must be passed to pass this module.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding:
- Apply the knowledge and understanding underpinning the practice of ultrasound breast examinations including physics and instrumentation, as specified in the RCR US training recommendations (2012).
Intellectual skills:
- Reflect critically and correlate ultrasound findings with clinical assessment outcomes and other processes of the triple assessment of breast clinic patients.
Practical Skills:
- Competently perform breast ultrasound examinations whilst producing an accurate record of the examination and outcome.
- Competently gain the patient’s consent and develop the communication skills to support the patient’s psychological requirements.
Transferable skills:
- Engage confidently in academic and professional communication with others.
- Engage in reflective practice.
Funding
£4,674.00
Why Choose LSBU?
Our Central London facilities provide an ideal environment for clinical skills development and simulation learning. The skills laboratories and lecture rooms are equipped for teaching a variety of skills in a safe environment, allowing participants to develop high levels of competence and confidence under close supervision.
We offer programmes for all levels of healthcare staff. From study days and foundation degrees for staff working in bands 1-4, through to top-up degrees, specialist modules, Master's programmes and professional doctorates for a variety of healthcare professionals.
Undertaking CPD at LSBU means learning from experts with excellent knowledge and clinical skills in their area of speciality. Many of our academic staff hold joint posts between LSBU and some of London's most prestigious hospitals and healthcare services.
Course details
Course leader
Katie Fordyce (katie.fordyce@lsbu.ac.uk)
Course delivery
Hybrid
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Prerequisites
- Whilst students are recommended to study the Clinical Breast Evaluation module (or equivalent from previous study) before this module, they may study it at the same time as this module. The Clinical Breast Evaluation (AHP_7_119) can be found on the CPPD prospectus.
- Students should be Practitioners eligible for registration and working in areas where they can obtain appropriate practical experience.
- Student support for studying at Masters level is to be discussed with the pathway advisor. Students who have not previously undertaken study at academic Level 7 (Masters level) are advised to consider the workshop: Preparation for Masters Level Study, which can be found on the CPPD prospectus.
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