Diploma in Ultrasound Technician ( 1year)
1. Foundations & Basics
- Introduction to Ultrasound Technology
• History, scope, types of ultrasound (2D, 3D, Doppler)
• Scanning techniques, orientations, basics of imaging equipment - Human Anatomy & Physiology
• Relevant organ systems (abdomen, pelvis, reproductive, vascular, musculoskeletal)
• Anatomy applicable to ultrasound imaging - Ultrasound Physics & Instrumentation
• Principles of sound waves and transducers
• Image formation, artifacts, machine settings (knobology), safety protocols - Pathology & Medical Terminology (Introductory)
• Common pathological conditions seen in ultrasound
• Medical vocabulary, abbreviations, report-writing foundations
2. Diagnostic Applications
- Abdominal & Pelvic Ultrasound
Liver, gallbladder, kidneys, spleen, gastrointestinal tract, reproductive organs - Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) Ultrasound
Fetal growth, measurements, pathologies, placenta, amniotic fluid, uterine imaging - Small Parts & Musculoskeletal (MSK) Imaging
Thyroid, scrotum, breast, joints, tendons, sports injuries - Vascular & Doppler Ultrasound
Blood flow assessment, arterial/venous scans (e.g., DVT, carotid studies), Doppler techniques
3. Patient Care, Ethics & Safety
- Ensuring patient positioning, communication, consent, infection control
- Ethical responsibilities and regulatory compliance (e.g., PCPNDT Act in India)
4. Clinical Training & Hands-On Practice
- Live Scanning Sessions
With real patients under supervision—covering OB/GYN, abdominal, small parts, vascular scans - Case Studies, Reporting & Feedback
Developing interpretation skills and professional reporting - Advanced Technique Exposure (if applicable)
Optional modules: 3D/4D imaging, elastography, ultrasound-guided procedures
5. Assessment & Evaluation
- Practical Exam: Handling equipment, scanning skills, patient interaction
- Theoretical Exam: Core topics (physics, anatomy, pathology, instrumentation)
- Viva / Oral Exam: Discussing image interpretation, diagnoses, ethical scenarios
- Case Project / Portfolio: Documented scans, case interpretations, reports