Some important reminders for course providers have been added to the Course Accreditation Application section of the website.
Sequencing of clinical placements
Clinical experience should be continuous and integrated with the theoretical components of any course, to enable the effective scaffolding of theoretical and practical knowledge and ensure that clinical experience is relevant throughout the program, aligning with learning outcomes at all levels. Per the Standards, “ASAR recommends that students be engaged in ultrasound practice for a minimum of 3 days/week over a 2-year period, full-time equivalent, in an Australian or New Zealand clinical setting.”
Supervision of student scanning
The ASAR Standards for the Accreditation of Sonographer Courses stress supervision as a critical aspect of clinical training. Well-supervised clinical training is vital for students to gain exposure to various patient groups and conditions, enabling them to develop the tacit knowledge required for contemporary sonographic practice.
For further information about course accreditation criteria, please visit the Course Accreditation Application page.