Core Emergency Ultrasound Course (Level 1) | CPD Accredited | Manchester
Join our hands-on Point-of-Care Ultrasound (PoCUS) training course, designed for emergency medicine doctors, critical care physicians, anaesthetists, paramedics and acute medicine clinicians across the UK. Delivered by experienced NHS emergency clinicians at our Manchester training centre, this CPD-accredited course awards 8 CPD points upon completion.
Learn the essential emergency ultrasound skills used in frontline clinical practice, including FAST/eFAST examination, cardiac ultrasound, lung ultrasound, and ultrasound-guided vascular access. No prior ultrasound experience required — this Level 1 course is the ideal introduction to bedside PoCUS for clinicians preparing for emergency medicine training or working in acute and critical care settings.
📍 Kung Medics Clinical Courses, 308 Moseley Road, Levenshulme, Manchester M19 2LH | 💷 £375 | 🏅 8 CPD Points | 📅 Full Day Course
Core Emergency
Ultrasound
Point-of-Care Ultrasound Training
A practical, hands-on training programme introducing healthcare professionals to the essential principles of PoCUS used in emergency and critical care settings.
What's Included
Course Highlights
CPD Accredited
8 CPD points awarded upon successful completion of the course.
Expert NHS Clinicians
Taught by experienced NHS emergency clinicians with specialist PoCUS expertise.
Live Scanning Practice
Hands-on ultrasound scanning on live models with expert supervision throughout.
Small Group Teaching
Personalised supervision and focused learning in small group settings.
Clinically Relevant
Focused on the most impactful PoCUS applications in frontline patient care.
Decision-Making Focus
Practical guidance on integrating ultrasound into emergency clinical decisions.
Curriculum
Learning Modules
Fundamentals of Ultrasound
Ultrasound physics, probe selection, image optimisation and artefact recognition — the essential foundations of safe and effective scanning.
FAST / eFAST Examination
Detection of free fluid, pneumothorax and pleural effusion in trauma patients using the Focused Assessment with Sonography in Trauma protocol.
Cardiac Ultrasound
Basic echocardiographic views, pericardial effusion recognition and ultrasound assessment in pulseless electrical activity (PEA).
Lung Ultrasound
Identification of pneumothorax, lung consolidation and interpretation of B-lines in acute respiratory presentations.
Ultrasound-Guided Vascular Access
Ultrasound-guided peripheral IV insertion and core principles of central line placement for safer vascular access.
Is This For You?
Who Should Attend
Logistics
Course Details
Course Fee
£375
CPD Accreditation
8 CPD Points
Duration
Full Day Practical Course
Location
Kung Medics Clinical Courses
308 Moseley Road
Levenshulme
Manchester M19 2LH
The Case for PoCUS
Why Learn Point-of-Care Ultrasound?
Point-of-Care Ultrasound allows clinicians to perform rapid bedside assessments that can significantly improve diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes.
In emergency settings, ultrasound can assist in identifying life-threatening conditions such as internal bleeding, cardiac tamponade, pneumothorax, and severe hypovolaemia — within minutes.
Developing competence in emergency ultrasound enhances clinical decision making and supports safer, more efficient patient management in high-pressure environments.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need previous ultrasound experience?
No prior ultrasound experience is required. This course is designed as a Level 1 introduction to Point-of-Care Ultrasound, suitable for clinicians at the beginning of their PoCUS journey.
Will there be hands-on ultrasound practice?
Yes. Participants will perform supervised scanning on live models and practise image acquisition techniques under expert guidance throughout the day.
Is the course CPD accredited?
Yes. Participants receive 8 CPD points upon successful completion of the course.
Where is the course delivered?
The course takes place at the Kung Medics Clinical Courses training centre at 308 Moseley Road, Levenshulme, Manchester M19 2LH.
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Available Course Dates
Select a date below to secure your place on the Core Emergency Ultrasound Course.
🇬🇧 Core Emergency Ultrasound Course (Level 1)
Fee: £375(Jan 2026)
Duration: Full-day practical workshop
Venue: Kung Medics Clinical Courses – Manchester
Recommended for: Foundation Doctors, IMTs, Emergency Medicine, Anaesthesia & Critical Care trainees
🏥 Course Overview
This comprehensive Level 1 Point-of-Care Ultrasound (PoCUS) course equips clinicians with the core skills needed to perform focused bedside scans in emergency and acute care. Delivered by experienced NHS ultrasound faculty, the programme blends concise theory with extensive hands-on practice on live models and simulators to build confidence in real-time image acquisition and interpretation.
🎯 Learning Objectives
- Understand ultrasound physics, machine optimisation (knobology) and probe handling.
- Perform FAST / eFAST scans to detect free fluid, pneumothorax and effusions.
- Acquire basic cardiac views (Parasternal, Apical, Subcostal) for ELS assessment.
- Identify B-lines, consolidation and pleural sliding on lung ultrasound.
- Gain proficiency in ultrasound-guided vascular access and procedural guidance.
📘 Course Format
- Welcome and orientation session
- Short interactive lectures on core principles
- Live demonstrations of EFAST, ELS and lung ultrasound
- Supervised scanning stations with live models & phantoms
- Peer and faculty feedback with skill sign-off opportunity
🎓 Certification
Participants receive a Kung Medics Certificate of Completion (8 CPD points), suitable for training portfolios, ARCP and professional appraisals.
ℹ️ Additional Information
- Catering: Tea and light refreshments provided.
- Limited places to ensure personalised supervision and hands-on practice.
- Payment Options: Pay in 3 interest-free instalments with Klarna (subject to eligibility).
🇬🇧 Core Emergency Ultrasound Course (Level 1)
Fee: £375(Jan 2026)
Duration: Full-day practical workshop
Venue: Kung Medics Clinical Courses – Manchester
Recommended for: Foundation Doctors, IMTs, Emergency Medicine, Anaesthesia & Critical Care trainees
🏥 Course Overview
This comprehensive Level 1 Point-of-Care Ultrasound (PoCUS) course equips clinicians with the core skills needed to perform focused bedside scans in emergency and acute care. Delivered by experienced NHS ultrasound faculty, the programme blends concise theory with extensive hands-on practice on live models and simulators to build confidence in real-time image acquisition and interpretation.
🎯 Learning Objectives
- Understand ultrasound physics, machine optimisation (knobology) and probe handling.
- Perform FAST / eFAST scans to detect free fluid, pneumothorax and effusions.
- Acquire basic cardiac views (Parasternal, Apical, Subcostal) for ELS assessment.
- Identify B-lines, consolidation and pleural sliding on lung ultrasound.
- Gain proficiency in ultrasound-guided vascular access and procedural guidance.
📘 Course Format
- Welcome and orientation session
- Short interactive lectures on core principles
- Live demonstrations of EFAST, ELS and lung ultrasound
- Supervised scanning stations with live models & phantoms
- Peer and faculty feedback with skill sign-off opportunity
🎓 Certification
Participants receive a Kung Medics Certificate of Completion (8 CPD points), suitable for training portfolios, ARCP and professional appraisals.
ℹ️ Additional Information
- Catering: Tea and light refreshments provided.
- Limited places to ensure personalised supervision and hands-on practice.
- Payment Options: Pay in 3 interest-free instalments with Klarna (subject to eligibility).
🇬🇧 Core Emergency Ultrasound Course (Level 1)
Fee: £375(Jan 2026)
Duration: Full-day practical workshop
Venue: Kung Medics Clinical Courses – Manchester
Recommended for: Foundation Doctors, IMTs, Emergency Medicine, Anaesthesia & Critical Care trainees
🏥 Course Overview
This comprehensive Level 1 Point-of-Care Ultrasound (PoCUS) course equips clinicians with the core skills needed to perform focused bedside scans in emergency and acute care. Delivered by experienced NHS ultrasound faculty, the programme blends concise theory with extensive hands-on practice on live models and simulators to build confidence in real-time image acquisition and interpretation.
🎯 Learning Objectives
- Understand ultrasound physics, machine optimisation (knobology) and probe handling.
- Perform FAST / eFAST scans to detect free fluid, pneumothorax and effusions.
- Acquire basic cardiac views (Parasternal, Apical, Subcostal) for ELS assessment.
- Identify B-lines, consolidation and pleural sliding on lung ultrasound.
- Gain proficiency in ultrasound-guided vascular access and procedural guidance.
📘 Course Format
- Welcome and orientation session
- Short interactive lectures on core principles
- Live demonstrations of EFAST, ELS and lung ultrasound
- Supervised scanning stations with live models & phantoms
- Peer and faculty feedback with skill sign-off opportunity
🎓 Certification
Participants receive a Kung Medics Certificate of Completion (8 CPD points), suitable for training portfolios, ARCP and professional appraisals.
ℹ️ Additional Information
- Catering: Tea and light refreshments provided.
- Limited places to ensure personalised supervision and hands-on practice.
- Payment Options: Pay in 3 interest-free instalments with Klarna (subject to eligibility).
🇬🇧 Core Emergency Ultrasound Course (Level 1)
Fee: £375(Jan 2026)
Duration: Full-day practical workshop
Venue: Kung Medics Clinical Courses – Manchester
Recommended for: Foundation Doctors, IMTs, Emergency Medicine, Anaesthesia & Critical Care trainees
🏥 Course Overview
This comprehensive Level 1 Point-of-Care Ultrasound (PoCUS) course equips clinicians with the core skills needed to perform focused bedside scans in emergency and acute care. Delivered by experienced NHS ultrasound faculty, the programme blends concise theory with extensive hands-on practice on live models and simulators to build confidence in real-time image acquisition and interpretation.
🎯 Learning Objectives
- Understand ultrasound physics, machine optimisation (knobology) and probe handling.
- Perform FAST / eFAST scans to detect free fluid, pneumothorax and effusions.
- Acquire basic cardiac views (Parasternal, Apical, Subcostal) for ELS assessment.
- Identify B-lines, consolidation and pleural sliding on lung ultrasound.
- Gain proficiency in ultrasound-guided vascular access and procedural guidance.
📘 Course Format
- Welcome and orientation session
- Short interactive lectures on core principles
- Live demonstrations of EFAST, ELS and lung ultrasound
- Supervised scanning stations with live models & phantoms
- Peer and faculty feedback with skill sign-off opportunity
🎓 Certification
Participants receive a Kung Medics Certificate of Completion (8 CPD points), suitable for training portfolios, ARCP and professional appraisals.
ℹ️ Additional Information
- Catering: Tea and light refreshments provided.
- Limited places to ensure personalised supervision and hands-on practice.
- Payment Options: Pay in 3 interest-free instalments with Klarna (subject to eligibility).
🇬🇧 Core Emergency Ultrasound Course (Level 1)
Fee: £375(Jan 2026)
Duration: Full-day practical workshop
Venue: Kung Medics Clinical Courses – Manchester
Recommended for: Foundation Doctors, IMTs, Emergency Medicine, Anaesthesia & Critical Care trainees
🏥 Course Overview
This comprehensive Level 1 Point-of-Care Ultrasound (PoCUS) course equips clinicians with the core skills needed to perform focused bedside scans in emergency and acute care. Delivered by experienced NHS ultrasound faculty, the programme blends concise theory with extensive hands-on practice on live models and simulators to build confidence in real-time image acquisition and interpretation.
🎯 Learning Objectives
- Understand ultrasound physics, machine optimisation (knobology) and probe handling.
- Perform FAST / eFAST scans to detect free fluid, pneumothorax and effusions.
- Acquire basic cardiac views (Parasternal, Apical, Subcostal) for ELS assessment.
- Identify B-lines, consolidation and pleural sliding on lung ultrasound.
- Gain proficiency in ultrasound-guided vascular access and procedural guidance.
📘 Course Format
- Welcome and orientation session
- Short interactive lectures on core principles
- Live demonstrations of EFAST, ELS and lung ultrasound
- Supervised scanning stations with live models & phantoms
- Peer and faculty feedback with skill sign-off opportunity
🎓 Certification
Participants receive a Kung Medics Certificate of Completion (8 CPD points), suitable for training portfolios, ARCP and professional appraisals.
ℹ️ Additional Information
- Catering: Tea and light refreshments provided.
- Limited places to ensure personalised supervision and hands-on practice.
- Payment Options: Pay in 3 interest-free instalments with Klarna (subject to eligibility).
🇬🇧 Core Emergency Ultrasound Course (Level 1)
Fee: £375(Jan 2026)
Duration: Full-day practical workshop
Venue: Kung Medics Clinical Courses – Manchester
Recommended for: Foundation Doctors, IMTs, Emergency Medicine, Anaesthesia & Critical Care trainees
🏥 Course Overview
This comprehensive Level 1 Point-of-Care Ultrasound (PoCUS) course equips clinicians with the core skills needed to perform focused bedside scans in emergency and acute care. Delivered by experienced NHS ultrasound faculty, the programme blends concise theory with extensive hands-on practice on live models and simulators to build confidence in real-time image acquisition and interpretation.
🎯 Learning Objectives
- Understand ultrasound physics, machine optimisation (knobology) and probe handling.
- Perform FAST / eFAST scans to detect free fluid, pneumothorax and effusions.
- Acquire basic cardiac views (Parasternal, Apical, Subcostal) for ELS assessment.
- Identify B-lines, consolidation and pleural sliding on lung ultrasound.
- Gain proficiency in ultrasound-guided vascular access and procedural guidance.
📘 Course Format
- Welcome and orientation session
- Short interactive lectures on core principles
- Live demonstrations of EFAST, ELS and lung ultrasound
- Supervised scanning stations with live models & phantoms
- Peer and faculty feedback with skill sign-off opportunity
🎓 Certification
Participants receive a Kung Medics Certificate of Completion (8 CPD points), suitable for training portfolios, ARCP and professional appraisals.
ℹ️ Additional Information
- Catering: Tea and light refreshments provided.
- Limited places to ensure personalised supervision and hands-on practice.
- Payment Options: Pay in 3 interest-free instalments with Klarna (subject to eligibility).
🇬🇧 Core Emergency Ultrasound Course (Level 1)
Fee: £375(Jan 2026)
Duration: Full-day practical workshop
Venue: Kung Medics Clinical Courses – Manchester
Recommended for: Foundation Doctors, IMTs, Emergency Medicine, Anaesthesia & Critical Care trainees
🏥 Course Overview
This comprehensive Level 1 Point-of-Care Ultrasound (PoCUS) course equips clinicians with the core skills needed to perform focused bedside scans in emergency and acute care. Delivered by experienced NHS ultrasound faculty, the programme blends concise theory with extensive hands-on practice on live models and simulators to build confidence in real-time image acquisition and interpretation.
🎯 Learning Objectives
- Understand ultrasound physics, machine optimisation (knobology) and probe handling.
- Perform FAST / eFAST scans to detect free fluid, pneumothorax and effusions.
- Acquire basic cardiac views (Parasternal, Apical, Subcostal) for ELS assessment.
- Identify B-lines, consolidation and pleural sliding on lung ultrasound.
- Gain proficiency in ultrasound-guided vascular access and procedural guidance.
📘 Course Format
- Welcome and orientation session
- Short interactive lectures on core principles
- Live demonstrations of EFAST, ELS and lung ultrasound
- Supervised scanning stations with live models & phantoms
- Peer and faculty feedback with skill sign-off opportunity
🎓 Certification
Participants receive a Kung Medics Certificate of Completion (8 CPD points), suitable for training portfolios, ARCP and professional appraisals.
ℹ️ Additional Information
- Catering: Tea and light refreshments provided.
- Limited places to ensure personalised supervision and hands-on practice.
- Payment Options: Pay in 3 interest-free instalments with Klarna (subject to eligibility).
🇬🇧 Core Emergency Ultrasound Course (Level 1)
Fee: £375(Jan 2026)
Duration: Full-day practical workshop
Venue: Kung Medics Clinical Courses – Manchester
Recommended for: Foundation Doctors, IMTs, Emergency Medicine, Anaesthesia & Critical Care trainees
🏥 Course Overview
This comprehensive Level 1 Point-of-Care Ultrasound (PoCUS) course equips clinicians with the core skills needed to perform focused bedside scans in emergency and acute care. Delivered by experienced NHS ultrasound faculty, the programme blends concise theory with extensive hands-on practice on live models and simulators to build confidence in real-time image acquisition and interpretation.
🎯 Learning Objectives
- Understand ultrasound physics, machine optimisation (knobology) and probe handling.
- Perform FAST / eFAST scans to detect free fluid, pneumothorax and effusions.
- Acquire basic cardiac views (Parasternal, Apical, Subcostal) for ELS assessment.
- Identify B-lines, consolidation and pleural sliding on lung ultrasound.
- Gain proficiency in ultrasound-guided vascular access and procedural guidance.
📘 Course Format
- Welcome and orientation session
- Short interactive lectures on core principles
- Live demonstrations of EFAST, ELS and lung ultrasound
- Supervised scanning stations with live models & phantoms
- Peer and faculty feedback with skill sign-off opportunity
🎓 Certification
Participants receive a Kung Medics Certificate of Completion (8 CPD points), suitable for training portfolios, ARCP and professional appraisals.
ℹ️ Additional Information
- Catering: Tea and light refreshments provided.
- Limited places to ensure personalised supervision and hands-on practice.
- Payment Options: Pay in 3 interest-free instalments with Klarna (subject to eligibility).
🇬🇧 Core Emergency Ultrasound Course (Level 1)
Fee: £375(Jan 2026)
Duration: Full-day practical workshop
Venue: Kung Medics Clinical Courses – Manchester
Recommended for: Foundation Doctors, IMTs, Emergency Medicine, Anaesthesia & Critical Care trainees
🏥 Course Overview
This comprehensive Level 1 Point-of-Care Ultrasound (PoCUS) course equips clinicians with the core skills needed to perform focused bedside scans in emergency and acute care. Delivered by experienced NHS ultrasound faculty, the programme blends concise theory with extensive hands-on practice on live models and simulators to build confidence in real-time image acquisition and interpretation.
🎯 Learning Objectives
- Understand ultrasound physics, machine optimisation (knobology) and probe handling.
- Perform FAST / eFAST scans to detect free fluid, pneumothorax and effusions.
- Acquire basic cardiac views (Parasternal, Apical, Subcostal) for ELS assessment.
- Identify B-lines, consolidation and pleural sliding on lung ultrasound.
- Gain proficiency in ultrasound-guided vascular access and procedural guidance.
📘 Course Format
- Welcome and orientation session
- Short interactive lectures on core principles
- Live demonstrations of EFAST, ELS and lung ultrasound
- Supervised scanning stations with live models & phantoms
- Peer and faculty feedback with skill sign-off opportunity
🎓 Certification
Participants receive a Kung Medics Certificate of Completion (8 CPD points), suitable for training portfolios, ARCP and professional appraisals.
ℹ️ Additional Information
- Catering: Tea and light refreshments provided.
- Limited places to ensure personalised supervision and hands-on practice.
- Payment Options: Pay in 3 interest-free instalments with Klarna (subject to eligibility).
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