Training Course in: Clinical Abdominal Ultrasound

General Objectives of the Course

The main objective of the Clinical Abdominal Ultrasound Training is to capacitate current and future health professionals to acquire/improve skills on that imaging technique.

Admission Requirements

The learning program is specially targeted to all those that use ultrasound diagnosis on a daily basis, that need the skill, experience and additional training time, specifically in abdominal ultrasound. The learners will need to have a background medical education that is relevant to the content of the program and as such in terms of requisites they will have to provide accredited documentation of their academic/professional experience as well as a letter of commitment towards the course. All candidates should have the following required course prerequisites: Anatomy and Physiology; Medical Terminology; Intro to Physics.

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Mode of Study

B-learning

Teaching / Evaluation language(s)

English

Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading

Assessment will be taken by individual activities (tests) with automatic feedback, and clinical cases; the student's progression to the next module depends on a passing grade of a minimum of 10 points.

Qualitative Evaluation on a Scale of: Approved/Not Approved.

Learning Objectives and Intended Skills

Deepen knowledge of ultrasound in professional practice, develop skills for safe and competent ultrasound practice, and apply clinical competencies in ultrasound. Acquire new skills for safe and effective diagnostic ultrasound practice and improve diagnostic accuracy based on ultrasound findings. Promote the use of ultrasound imaging in clinical work and reduce the use of more invasive and expensive diagnostic modalities. Develop a philosophy aligned with continuous learning and lifelong professional development, and adapt to the specific health conditions of patients and to defined clinical scenarios.

Qualification Requirements and Regulations

Academic Regulation of the University of Coimbra

Study Programme

Ecografia Abdominal Clínica

Academic year
2025-2026

Course Type
Non Degree Course

Qualification Awarded: Diploma/Certificate

Duration: 1 Semester(s)

ECTS Credits: 1.5