Musculoskeletal (MSK) Ultrasound – Shoulder (Lab)

Course ID:: DMST 014
Type:: Micro-Credential
Prerequisites:: No

Mandatory requirements

To register for this course, you must meet the eligibility requirements and upload supporting documentation. See pre-requisites and eligibility for details.

Overview

Musculoskeletal (MSK) shoulder ultrasounds are one of the most requested and most backlogged scans in Canada. The healthcare industry needs qualified professionals who can do this in-demand work and alleviate patient care delays. Are you a diagnostic medical sonographer or ultrasound technologist looking to upgrade your sonography skillset with hands-on training in the Musculoskeletal (MSK) ultrasound technique to perform shoulder exams? Apply the knowledge you learned in DMST-013 Musculoskeletal (MSK) Ultrasound – Shoulder (Theory) in this 62-hour practical training course.

This hands-on, in-person training course, validated by Sonography Canada, will teach you how to perform a shoulder ultrasound exam. The course includes 28 hours of instructor-led training and peer-to-peer practice sessions.

In addition to the in-person training, you'll also complete self-paced homework assignments. Following the training, there is a 30-hour worksite practicum sponsored by your employer, during which you'll have up to six months to complete 30 shoulder scans under the supervision of your preceptor. This practicum will provide you with experience in identifying abnormal shoulders and pathology, while also helping you improve the efficiency of your scans.

Our industry-experienced instructors will be available throughout the course, including the practicum component, to support you and respond to your questions via email.

This course is ideal if you:

are a registered working sonographer looking to gain advanced skills in MSK ultrasound to enhance your qualifications and scope of practice
are seeking to progress or specialize within the medical imaging field
are working in orthopedic or rehabilitation settings and are looking to refine your skills and improve diagnostic accuracy for shoulder injuries and conditions

To register for this course, you must provide proof of the following:

successful completion of DMST 013 - Musculoskeletal (MSK) Ultrasound – Shoulder (Theory)
or The Burwin Institute’s Musculoskeletal Ultrasound course and invigilated exam within the past five years, and,
proof that you're a current credentialed member in good standing with Sonography Canada, and,
proof that you have at least two years of full-time work experience as a sonographer in a clinic or hospital setting, and,
can secure a 30-hour worksite practicum with a current employer (clinic) who will enable the access to at least 30 patients on which to complete shoulder scans under the supervision of a preceptor. We will require a sponsor letter from the employer as per the DMST-014 Practicum Requirements package.

Upon successful completion of this course, you’ll be able to:

perform an ultrasound and correctly identify the common pathology of a:
- normal proximal long-head biceps tendon and a normal rotator cuff interval
- normal subscapularis tendon
- normal supraspinatus
- normal subacromial/subdeltoid
- normal infraspinatus tendon
- normal AC joint
- normal posterior shoulder
complete an ultrasound of a normal shoulder following the Standard Protocol
demonstrate the ability to consistently perform an ultrasound of an abnormal shoulder.

You’ll demonstrate your skill and knowledge acquisition through three scanning quizzes, a final scanning exam and the completion and submission of the practicum logbook and images. All coursework must be completed as per the course schedule provided. For an optimal learning and job-ready experience, you’ll need to bring your motivation and organizational skills, be punctual and attend all classes.

Upcoming dates

Select an available section and add it to your cart. When you're ready, proceed to check out to sign into your student account and complete your registration. It'll take 24-48 hours to verify and approve your submission. Once approved, you'll be notified by email to complete your online registration.

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Registration for this course closes seven days prior to the start date.

After you've completed this course

Upon successful completion of this non-credit course, you can self-print your unofficial completion document from your Continuing Education student account.

Micro-Credential

Aligned to current industry standards, SAIT’s micro-credentials develop practical, real-world skills and include competency-based testing. Earning a SAIT micro-credential demonstrates to employers you have the required competencies — both skills and knowledge — to get the job done.

Students who successfully complete this course with a final grade of A- (80%) or higher will earn a micro-credential and receive a shareable digital badge.

Costs

Textbook and reading list

You may purchase reading materials for this course, however it is not required. Visit SAIT’s Bookstore's website to purchase the following.

Jacobson, J. A. (2013). Fundamentals of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound. Elsevier Saunders

Technology

To be successful in this course, you’ll need:

Access to your own computer or laptop with standard hardware/software requirements.
Internet access

A functional webcam and microphone are recommended to allow for a more collaborative learning experience.

Additional supplies

The following equipment and PPE are required for all your lab and practicum days in this course:

Scrubs
Indoor clinic shoes

Financial support

Financial opportunities are available to help pay for your course fees. Learn more about how to reduce your education or training costs with available awards, bursaries, loans and grants including the Canada Alberta Job Grant.

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Train your team

Interested in group training opportunities for this course? Tell us about your organization's needs, and one of our training consultants will contact you within one business day.

Fees

Fees are subject to change without notice.


SAIT fees	Cost (CAD)
Campus athletic and recreation fee: supports the provision of recreation and fitness facilities,movement classes, wellness programs, events, intramural activities, varsity sports programs, and a variety of initiatives offered throughout the academic year.	$103
Student technology fee: supports improvements to cybersecurity to protect student and institutional information, access to learning material outside the classroom, and technology to enhance your experience.	$105.50
UPass: provides you with unlimited access to Calgary Transit. Additional eligibility requirements apply to obtain a UPass.	$165
Saitsa fees
Saitsa fee: supports the student-led, non-profit organization representing students. Fees support the operation of various student services, activities, and programming.	$146
Health and dental plan: provides access to thousands of dollars in coverage for prescription medication, dental treatments, paramedical services, and multiple other benefits. Find more details at saitsa.com/benefits.	$165

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