Ultrasound Education
Cardiac Sonography Training
Guided echocardiography training inside a working cardiac diagnostic practice. Learn the fundamentals through structured teaching and repeated hands-on practice.
A practical foundation in echocardiography
The structured program combines a standardised curriculum with instructor-led cardiac ultrasound training. Hands-on scanning practice begins in the first week.
It is designed to build the fundamentals for proficient, independent image acquisition and better prepare learners to pursue trainee cardiac sonographer roles.
Who it is for
Applicants should have a relevant health science, clinical, biomedical or medical background. Previous ultrasound experience is not required.
The program may be suitable for individuals considering postgraduate study in cardiac ultrasound. This training is also suitable for medical students and clinicians who wish to integrate echocardiography within their clinical practice.
What you will practise
- Standard transthoracic echocardiography views and image acquisition
- Basic measurements and recognition of common findings
- A complete study workflow and structured interim findings summary
General Ultrasound
General ultrasound teaching complements Cardiolab's echocardiography training. A dedicated vascular ultrasound course is being developed; more details will be published when available.
Common questions
Who is the program for?
The program may be suitable for individuals considering postgraduate study in cardiac ultrasound, current cardiac sonography students and graduates seeking foundational training. It is also suitable for medical students and clinicians who wish to integrate echocardiography within their clinical practice.
Do I need previous ultrasound experience?
No. A relevant academic or professional background is expected, but previous ultrasound experience is not required.
How much of the program is hands-on?
The program includes theory and a standardised curriculum. A significant part of supervised training is instructor-led and practical, with repeated scanning practice from week one.
What echocardiography skills will I develop?
Training covers standard transthoracic views, image acquisition, basic measurements, recognising common findings and a complete study workflow. Learners also practise preparing a structured interim findings summary.
How do I apply?
Use Cardiolab's existing cardiac sonography training application form linked on this page.
Apply for training
Complete Cardiolab's existing cardiac sonography training application.
Open the application form