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The APA is delighted to make the University of Melbourne's international Ultrasound for Physiotherapists course available! Its fully online, self-paced

This fully online, self-paced course is evidence-based and practical, suitable for physiotherapists wishing to:
• upskill on the foundations of ultrasound imaging
• develop competency skills for ultrasound imaging
• assimilate ultrasound imaging into daily clinical practice

The course is designed to enhance learning and promote understanding on the operation of the ultrasound machine and to increase your knowledge in the:
• diagnostic assessment and treatment of lung pathology
• assessment of musculoskeletal morphological change, information and injury
• diagnosis of sternal complications after cardiac surgery that present a morbidity and mortality burden if missed.

Weekly intake
We have a weekly intake into this course. The APA will email your individualised instructions one week after you register for the course.

Hosted by Melbourne University
The course is provided on the University of Melbourne learning platform.

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**This event is now full. To register your interest and to be added to a wait list please contact: vic.pd@australian.physio

This course will explore the theoretical and practical sides of managing sporting injuries with an emphasis on current research. Presented topics include shoulder, ankle and knee injuries with focus specifically on ligament, tendon and muscle. Participants will also gain information on acute onfield management and travelling with a sports team, as well as a large practical component on taping techniques.