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The POCUS Certification Academy is committed to expanding the knowledge and practical application of point-of-care ultrasound around the world. In partnership with a community of POCUS experts, we offer certifications and educational opportunities that equip professionals to learn and deliver unprecedented patient diagnosis, care, and safety while using point-of-care ultrasound.
Whether you are a physician, nurse practitioner, midwife, or anesthetist, the POCUS Certification Academy has certification opportunities to support your unique practice setting
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Countries
113 countries across the globe rely on and recognize POCUS Certifications.
150K+
Clinicians Certified
150,000+ clinicians have taken advantage of online assessments to get certified.
1.6M+
Patients Cared For
Certified clinicians care for 1,600,000+ patients each day.
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Education & Training
Explore our Learning Library or dig deeper and sign up for a course or training program from one of our POCUS Education Providers.
POCUS Fundamentals Certificate
Combining learning modules and assessments along the way, the Fundamentals Certificate functions as an introductory course in POCUS, with a focus on the basic physics and instrumentation of ultrasound. It is a prerequisite for more advanced certifications.
Clinical & Specialty Certifications
After successfully completing your Fundamentals Certificate, validate your knowledge of advanced POCUS use with our Clinical Certifications or bundle them together with one of our Specialty Certifications.
More to Explore
Vascular Applications of POCUS | Mar 26 @ 12pm ET
Learn about screening for DVT, screening for AAA, and ultrasound-guided vascular access.
New Bundled Offering: Vave
The POCUS Essential PRO from Vave includes a new ultraportable handheld probe, foundational education and certificate.
POCUS25 Domains
POCUS25 is a ranked list of the top 25 POCUS domains, as determined by survey data obtained through the POCUS25 research study
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Recent Blog Posts
Provider Profile: Dr. M Ravi Krishna
This month we interviewed Dr. M Ravi Krishna, an experienced intensivist and pulmonologist working in a mixed medical and surgical
POCUS Evaluation of Pericardial Effusion and Tamponade
A small pericardial effusion can escalate quickly to cardiac tamponade. Read Dr. Victor Rao’s article to become familiar with the
POCUS and Patient Safety: Strategies for Infection Prevention
The use of POCUS is transforming modern healthcare, offering real-time, bedside diagnostic capabilities that empower clinicians and improve patient outcomes.
Unveiling the Power of POCUS: My Journey as an Ultrasound Intern
At POCUS Certification Academy we're privileged to work with a rotating group of talented interns. Take a minute to read
Revolutionizing Cardiology with AISAP CARDIO: The Power of AI in POCUS
POCUS AI is a rapidly evolving field in healthcare. Read guest writer Dr. Minnu Kinattingal's deep dive into the promise
Ultrasound Assessment of the Long Head of the Biceps Tendon (LHBT) – A Brief Overview
In this post Dr. Victor Rao describes how to use POCUS to investigate the long head of the biceps tendon
Utilizing POCUS for Ovarian Assessment
Guest author Carissa Tomer of Ultrasound Energy discusses the benefits of adding POCUS to your practice as a gynecological provider.
Redefining Prenatal Healthcare: The Increasing Significance of Point-of-Care Ultrasound in Obstetrics
POCUS is more than just a medical tool. Read on as Christina Fredrick, RDMS, describes how POCUS is revolutionizing prenatal
Advancing Maternal Health Equity
Racial and ethnic disparities exist in US maternal mortality and morbidity rates. POCUS Certification Academy intern Jason Keras discusses how
Lung Ultrasound Versus Chest X-Rays: A Brief Overview
Here we briefly review and compare chest x-ray and lung ultrasound, exploring the strengths and limitations of each modality in
