Ultrasound Training for Healthcare Professionals
Advanced Health Education Center has been helping healthcare professionals in the imaging sciences further their careers with top-quality ultrasound courses since 1988.
AHEC is one of the few accredited continuing medical education schools focused especially on ultrasound training.
Who are AHEC Courses For?
AHEC assists healthcare practitioners in developing superior ultrasound skills, with the end goal of improving patient care.
The courses cater to physicians, radiologic technologists, midwives, medical imaging technologists, and sonographer nurses among others.
Specialties covered range from echocardiography and vascular to obstetrics and gynecology, and beyond.
What to Expect from AHEC Courses
AHEC provides evidence-based training to expand practitioner knowledge and improve competency. An integrated approach to education caters to different learners' needs.
Every course includes:
- Lecture sessions.
- Case study presentations.
- Hands-on laboratory experience.
The Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education, ACCME, recognizes all AHEC ultrasound courses. Visit the course approvals page for additional accreditation details.
Benefits of AHEC Ultrasound Training
AHEC offers several accredited courses for imaging professionals and physicians. Students can expect:
World-Class Faculty
Our instructional team is chosen for their outstanding knowledge and expertise. Course participants learn from leading educators with clinically-relevant experience and a wealth of information.
Convenient Scheduling
AHEC's intensive courses run over one, two, three, or five days. This makes them ideal for busy medical professionals who want to further their education but still need to attend to their patients.
Multi-City Training Locations
The AHEC headquarter campus is in southwest Houston, Texas. Courses are held here and at various partner campuses located throughout the United States.
On-Site Education for Teams
Physicians and radiology departments that want to train an entire team of staff can access tailor made training at their ultrasound-equipped location.
Customizable Program Options
Students who can't find what they're looking for in the regularly scheduled AHEC course catalog can request a personalized tutorial through the AHEC Private Tutorial option. This option allows for one on one customizable curriculum.
Range of Courses Offered
AHEC offers various ultrasound training courses to meet the unique needs of diverse healthcare professionals.
Focus areas include:
- OB/GYN and gynecological ultrasound.
- Advanced emergency medicine ultrasound.
- Abdominal ultrasound.
- Carotid duplex ultrasound.
- Vascular ultrasound.
- Peripheral vascular ultrasound .
- Focused FAST scan ultrasound for non-physicians (emergency medicine focus).
- Focused FAST scan ultrasound for physicians.
This is only a selection of the specialties covered. Visit the AHEC course list for a full overview.
Testimonials from Former Participants
Here is what former AHEC course participants have to say about AHEC:
- Live Events: "The instructor has exceptional experience both with ultrasound and teaching in general." (Dr. Heather W., New Zealand, on Advanced Emergency Medicine Ultrasound).
- Private Tutorials: "Great course. Excellent instructor, can communicate very well." (Dr. William O. on UGVA, Limited Abdominal & FAST Scan).
- Live Webinars: "I have used several AHEC Webinars. They have all been very informative and easy to follow. It makes it easy to rack up my CE units. Thanks, AHEC!" (Raquel T.)
Register for Ultrasound Courses
AHEC offers unparalleled convenience for busy medical professionals with our flexible scheduling and location options.
Take advantage of an array of world-class continuing education courses featuring experienced teachers at the cutting-edge of their fields.
Call AHEC at (800) 239-1361 to sign up for an ultrasound course or fill out our online contact form.