The POCUS Course

Designed for FACEMs seeking formal credentialing or a qualification in POCUS, this one-day course provides practical insights, expert tips, and hands-on training. Participants will engage in skills stations and have the option to complete summative assessments to demonstrate competency.

Event date

24 October 2025

Event location

Ground Floor Conference Rooms, Monash University, SPHPM, 553 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, VIC 3004

This one-day course tailored for FACEMs and trainees seeking formal credentialing or qualifications. Designed by an experienced Emergency Physician and led by a team of experts, this program aligns with ACEM's recommendations to ensure all Emergency Physicians are competent in essential emergency ultrasound modalities.

What to Expect:

  • Hands-on training and practical insights from expert faculty
  • Skills stations for focused scanning practice
  • Optional summative assessments to demonstrate competency

Core Focus Areas:

  • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
  • Extended Focused Assessment with Sonography for Trauma (EFAST)
  • Focused Echo in Life Support (FELS)
  • Lung

Participants will enhance their POCUS (Point of Care Ultrasound) capabilities and gain the foundational knowledge and experience required for competency in four core modalities. This comprehensive face-to-face session is your gateway to advancing your emergency ultrasound expertise.

course
education
emergency & trauma