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Overview
Key facts
In addition to the hands-on training session, participants of the Focus Assessed Transthoracic Echocardiography course offered by the University of Cape Town will be required to complete an e-learning component.
The e-learning covers introduction, physics of ultrasound, equipment and skills, basic imaging views, M-mode, cardiac function and pathology. It must be completed prior to the hands-on training in order to ensure maximum benefit for the workshop.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- Basic cardiac views including IVC
- M-Mode
- Right and left ventricle function
- Basic clinical scenario training
- Pleural scanning
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 1 days
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Delivered
Blended
Campus Location
- Cape Town, South Africa
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- This course is aimed at doctors from all specialities e.g.: Anaesthesiologists, intensivists, emergency physicians, internal medicine physicians and surgeons requiring time-sensitive information regarding patient care.
- This includes interns and medical officers; i.e. any physician who encounters haemodynamically unstable patients on a regular basis.
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Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents2900 ZAR / full≈ 2900 ZAR / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents2900 ZAR / full≈ 2900 ZAR / full
Living costs
Cape Town
South Africa
9088 - 15529 ZAR / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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