Ultrasound Training Solutions courses do not
provide you with the qualifications necessary to practise
as a sonographer in Australia. In order to practise as a sonographer
in Australia you must attain the post-graduate Diploma of
Medical Ultrasound.
Does attending an Ultrasound Training Solutions Course contribute
towards attaining accreditation as a sonographer in Australia?
No. Australian universities that offer medical ultrasound
training courses will not recognise the skills and knowledge
gained through attendance at one of our courses for the purposes
of gaining entry into a post-graduate Diploma of Medical Ultrasound.
Ultrasound Training Solutions courses are recognised by the
relevant professional medical colleges for the purposes of
continuing medical education (CME) or continuing professional
development (CPD).
How do I become a sonographer in Australia?
In order to practise as a sonographer in Australia you must
attain the post-graduate Diploma of Medical Ultrasound.
In order to gain entry to a recognised post-graduate diploma
course you must have attained an undergraduate Degree in Applied
Science or its equivalent. Most commonly the undergraduate
degree is specific to Medical Radiation Technology, Nuclear
Medicine Technology, or Radiotherapy. However other science
degrees may include for example Biomedical Science, Physiotherapy
and Nursing.
Note:
• If you are an overseas qualified sonographer your
qualification is assessed by the Australian
Institute of Radiology (AIR).
• If you are an overseas qualified doctor equivalency
of your qualification is assessed by the relevant university.
In addition, to be accepted into a post-graduate diploma
course by any Australian university you must provide evidence
to the relevant institution that you have secured a clinical
medical ultrasound training position with an Australian medical
ultrasound service provider equivalent to 0.6 full time equivalent
(FTE) (minimum).
Overseas candidates must ensure that the relevant working
visa requirements are met. For more information on the visa
application process go to:
- The
Department of Immigration and Citizenship
- Jobaroo
Information regarding all aspects of the medical ultrasound
programmes is available directly from the relevant University
(see below).
Where can I study medical ultrasound in Australia?
Medical ultrasound programmes are available in New South Wales,
Queensland, South Australia, Victoria and Western Australia.
Educational institutions currently offering accredited post-graduate
programs in Medical Ultrasound in Australia are listed below.
The programs are accredited by the Australasian
Sonographer Accreditation Registry (ASAR).
The entrance requirements will differ between institutions,
so contacting your preferred educational body directly is
highly recommended.
For information on accreditation and a current list of accredited
programs offered in Australia, please view the website of
the ASAR.
Australasian Society for Ultrasound in Medicine (ASUM)
- Certificate
in Clinician Performed Ultrasound (CCPU)
- Diploma
of Diagnostic Ultrasound (DDU)
- Diploma
of Medical Ultrasonography (DMU)
Charles Sturt University
- Master
of Medical Ultrasound
- Postgraduate
Diploma of Medical Ultrasound
Monash University
- Master
of Medical Radiations (Medical Ultrasound)
- Master
of Medical Ultrasound
Queensland University of Technology
- Graduate
Diploma in Applied Science (Medical Ultrasound)
- Master
of Applied Science (Medical Ultrasound)
RMIT University
- Master
of Applied Science incorporating Graduate Diploma
University of South Australia
- Graduate
Diploma in Medical Sonography
- Master
of Medical Sonography
University of Sydney (Cumberland campus)
- Graduate
Certificate of Health Science (Medical Sonography)
- Graduate
Diploma of Health Science (Medical Sonography)
- Master
of Health Science (Medical Sonography)
I am a qualified sonographer – how can I work in Australia?
In order to be able to work as a sonographer in Australia
you must get your qualifications and experience recognised
in Australia and obtain the relevant visa.
There are two regulatory bodies that Sonographers need to
receive accreditation from before coming to work in Australia
— The Australian
Institute of Radiography (AIR) and the Australian
Sonographer Accreditation Registry (ASAR).
During their accreditation process the AIR
will assess your undergraduate and post-graduate qualifications,
your clinical experience, and your level of English proficiency.
This process can take up to four months, so it is advised
that you contact AIR
some time prior to your anticipated date of arrival in Australia.
Once you have had your qualifications and experience recognised
with ASAR,
you will be able to work as a Sonographer in all Australian
States and Territories.
Note: the AIR
usually requires applicants to provide original copies of
their qualifications (sometimes with course transcripts included),
together with English translations if they were obtained in
a non-English speaking country.
Due to current shortages of sonographers, many employers offer
sponsorship deals to suitably qualified overseas-trained professionals
who wish to work in Australia (excluding Sydney).
It is best to orgnise your visa as soon as possible and register
with recruitment agencies up to two years before arrival.
For more information on the visa application process go to:
- The
Department of Immigration and Citizenship
- Jobaroo
Useful Links for sonographers seeking jobs in Australia
-
Australian
Institute of Radiography (AIR)
- Australian
Orthoptic Board (AOB)
-
Australian
Sonographer Accreditation Registry (ASAR)
- Australian
Sonographers Association (ASA)
- Australasian
Society for Ultrasound in Medicine (ASUM)
- The
Cardiac Society of Australia & New Zealand (CSANZ)
-
Health
Staff Recruitment
-
RSG
Australia
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