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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
139 countries across the globe rely on and recognize POCUS Certifications.
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Clinicians Certified
145,000+ clinicians have taken advantage of online assessments to get certified.
1.5M+
Patients Cared For
Certified clinicians care for 1,500,000+ 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
Nuts & Bolts of an Optimal POCUS Program
Watch as Dr. Joshua Guttman delves into crucial aspects of implementing and maintaining an effective POCUS program.
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
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
Inferior Vena Cava (IVC) Assessment for Volume Status in Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) Setting
The IVC assessment for volume status in POCUS provides rapid, real-time information that can guide clinical decision-making in fluid management.
Dirofilariasis in Humans: A Rare POCUS (Point-of-Care Ultrasound) Spot Diagnosis
A 39-year-old male presented to the hospital with pain in the right mid-thigh region for one week - what was
Why POCUS is a Personalized Way to Provide Patient Care
In this post, I will discuss reasons why POCUS should be part of modern medicine, its role in delivering personalized
World Heart Day
As we recognize World Heart Day it's important to remember the tools we must have to tackle the indiscriminate nature
Embracing Diversity in Healthcare: A Path to Improved Patient Safety
Embracing diversity in healthcare organizations not only fosters a more inclusive culture but also significantly enhances patient safety- a core
Role of Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) in Diagnosing Ascites
In this post, Dr. Victor Rao details how to use POCUS as an effective tool for assessing ascites - the
Top 10 Reasons for Reimbursement Denials in POCUS and How to Avoid Them
Reimbursement denials for POCUS can be a significant setback for any healthcare practice. By understanding the common reasons for denials
Expanding POCUS Expertise and Training Capacity in the Philippines
We’re excited to kick off a new project with the faculty of University of Santo Tomas to build their point-of-care
Role of Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) in Grading of Hydronephrosis – A Simple Approach
Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) is considered a sensitive modality to diagnose unilateral hydronephrosis - the dilatation of the major and or
