RADIOGRAPHIC REPORTING OF THE CHEST AND ABDOMEN PgC

This course is designed for radiographers wishing to expand their scope of practice and develop the theoretical and clinical knowledge base required to interpret chest and abdomen radiographs and construct clear and concise medical image reports in line with local protocols.

The course consists of two modules during which you will learn the theoretical principles of interpretation of chest and abdomen radiographs. Alongside work-based learning in your department, this will develop your competencies to provide clinical reports.

Successful completion of the course will also help evidence your role as an advanced clinical practitioner in relation to Health Education England’s framework for Advanced Clinical Practice (2017). The course is also approved by the Society and College of Radiographers.

This course is jointly run by the University of Suffolk and the East of England Imaging Academy, Norwich where most of the teaching will be delivered. This is a facility designed specifically to teach radiology and offers access to a picture archiving and communication system linked to image reporting workstations.

Location

Ipswich and Norwich

Duration

One year part-time

Entry requirements

Hold a Bachelors (Hons) degree in Diagnostic Radiography (or equivalent)

Experience of image interpretation is required

An existing reporting qualification would also be beneficial but is not essential

A reference from the clinical department

Confirmation and agreement from a radiologist or suitably qualified radiographer who is willing to act as a mentor

Apply online uos.ac.uk/apply

Duration

One year full-time, part-time courses are available for some Secondary subjects

Entry requirements

Candidates must hold a first degree (normally a 2:2 or above, Honours degree) or equivalent

Have GCSE maths, English (and science for Primary teaching) at grade C/4 (or above)

Applications are subject to satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (previously the Criminal Records Bureau check)

Demonstrate evidence of being ‘fit to teach’

Apply online ucas.ac.uk/apply

*Subject to validation