Graduate Certificate in Critical Care Echocardiography (GCCritCareEcho)
Information valid for students commencing 2012
Duration
1 Year part-time (only available as part-time study)
Commencing 2012
Semester 1 (27 Feb, 2012)
Semester 2 (23 Jul, 2012)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5513
Faculty
Teaching Location
Herston
Delivery mode
Web Based
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Note: This program is only available on a part-time basis studied over two years (4 semesters)
i. MBBS degree or equivalent ii. Supervision at the student's place of work by an approved supervisor.
The Local Supervisor Form is available from the 'Future Students' link at www.som.uq.edu.au. The approved supervisor will be either: i Registered cardiac sonographer ii Cardiologist iii Intensivist with credentialing in echocardiography
Additional application information
This program is available on a part-time basis over two years. Students take1 course each semester.
Domestic fees for 2012 are $6080, and for 2013 are $6320. Indicative total for the 2 year program 2012-13 is $12,400.
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Apply OnlineDuration
1 Year part-time (only available as part-time study)
Commencing 2012
Semester 1 (27 Feb, 2012)
Program level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
8
Program code
5513
Faculty
Teaching Location
Herston
Delivery mode
Web Based
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Note: This program is only available on a part-time basis studied over two years (4 semesters)
i. MBBS degree or equivalent ii. Supervision at the student's place of work by an approved supervisor.
The Local Supervisor Form is available from the 'Future Students' link at www.som.uq.edu.au. The approved supervisor will be either: i Registered cardiac sonographer ii Cardiologist iii Intensivist with credentialing in echocardiography
International students who wish to undertake this program will not qualify for a Student Visa. To study this program in Australia, international students must hold alternative Australian Visa/Residency status with a sufficient study entitlement. See Department of Home Affairs for further details. Alternatively, for programs available in 'External' mode, students may study from their home country.
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
view the English proficiency policy.Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the School of Medicine.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
How to applyEnquiries for International students
Dr Robyn Moss
Phone: +61 7 336-55051
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Critical Care Echocardiography?
This program is designed to provide training in the theoretical and practical aspects of echocardiography. On completion students will be able to perform and interpret a comprehensive echocardiogram recognising commonly encountered pathology of the myocardium, valves, pericardium and great vessels. In addition students will develop an enhanced understanding of the echocardiographic evaluation of the critically ill. Topics covered include the assessment of volume status and fluid responsiveness, haemodynamic monitoring and evaluation of patients with hypotension, hypoxaemia, sepsis and trauma.
What you can study
You will study 1 course in each of 4 standard semesters (total 4 courses, #8 study units). The workload will be around 10 hours per week, plus time for scanning. Year 1, Semester1: Echocardiography - an introduction; Y1,Sem 2: Echocardiography - Basic clinical applications; Y2, Sem 1: Echocardiography - Advanced clinical applications;Y2 Sem 2: Echocardiography -care of the critically ill. The first semester encompasses the fundamental concepts to perform and interpret a comprehensive study. This is built upon in the second and third semesters to include the assessment of basic and then more advanced cardiac pathology. The final semester is tailored to echocardiography as it pertains to care of the critically ill patient.
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Graduate Certificate in Critical Care Echocardiography.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Note: This program is only available on a part-time basis studied over two years (4 semesters)
i. MBBS degree or equivalent ii. Supervision at the student's place of work by an approved supervisor.
The Local Supervisor Form is available from the 'Future Students' link at www.som.uq.edu.au. The approved supervisor will be either: i Registered cardiac sonographer ii Cardiologist iii Intensivist with credentialing in echocardiography
Additional application information
This program is available on a part-time basis over two years. Students take1 course each semester.
Domestic fees for 2012 are $6080, and for 2013 are $6320. Indicative total for the 2 year program 2012-13 is $12,400.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Note: This program is only available on a part-time basis studied over two years (4 semesters)
i. MBBS degree or equivalent ii. Supervision at the student's place of work by an approved supervisor.
The Local Supervisor Form is available from the 'Future Students' link at www.som.uq.edu.au. The approved supervisor will be either: i Registered cardiac sonographer ii Cardiologist iii Intensivist with credentialing in echocardiography
Additional application requirements
This program is available only for International Doctors who are working in Australia or New Zealand for the duration of their studies (2 years).
International students are not allowed to study from their 'home' countries.
You must first submit a 'Local Supervisor' form available from the 'Future Students' link at www.som.uq.edu.au.
When this is approved you should apply through the Online application system as for Domestic applicants and NOT through UQ International. International students will not be eligible for a student visa through enrolling in this program.
Indicative international annual fees for this part-time program are $7400 in 2012 and $7680 in 2013. Indicative fees for program 2012-13 are $15080.
Visa requirements
International students who wish to undertake this program will not qualify for a Student Visa. To study this program in Australia, international students must hold alternative Australian Visa/Residency status with a sufficient study entitlement. See Department of Home Affairs for further details. Alternatively, for programs available in 'External' mode, students may study from their home country.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the School of Medicine.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Program rules for the Graduate Certificate in Critical Care Echocardiography
To complete the Graduate Certificate in Critical Care Echocardiography
To fulfil the requirements of the Graduate Certificate in Critical Care Echocardiography, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
#8 from the course list.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
