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MSc Level 7 Module for Assisted Reproduction Ultrasound

In partnership with Birmingham City University

Care Fertility and Birmingham City University are thrilled to announce a world first, the MSc Level 7 Module for Assisted Reproduction Ultrasound is the first instance of a private fertility provider partnering with a university to offer such a specialised module in ultrasound. 

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Leading the way in fertility education

At Care Fertility, we are committed to advancing the field of assisted reproduction and supporting the professional growth of fertility nurses, midwives, and doctors for the safety and success of our clients. Our collaboration with Birmingham City University reflects this dedication, bringing together our clinical expertise and the university's academic excellence to offer a unique educational opportunity for students around the world.  

Those who complete the course will be qualified to undertake all fertility screening, monitoring, and early pregnancy scans.

Course highlights

Supports professional frameworks 

This module aligns with the Royal College of Nursing's (RCN) fertility nurse framework and Care Fertility’s own modernising career framework for nurses and midwives, ensuring that participants receive education that is both relevant and forward-thinking.

International expertise

Students will benefit from the knowledge and experience of international experts in the field of reproductive ultrasound, gaining insights from those at the forefront of the industry. 

Global access

The MSc module is offered online and asynchronously, making it accessible to nurses, midwives, and doctors around the world. This flexibility allows professionals to enhance their skills without disrupting their current roles.

Course modules

Study of the causes of infertility.

Examination of the structure and function of the reproductive system.

Focus on factors and conditions that contribute to infertility in men.

Use of medications and drugs in the treatment of infertility.

Application of ultrasound technology in evaluating and treating reproductive issues.

Use of ultrasound to monitor and assess early pregnancy.

Ensuring safe practices and minimising risks associated with ultrasound procedures.

The use of ultrasound to investigate and diagnose Polycystic Ovaries.

Course lead and tutors 

Helen Mcintyre, Academic Lead - Birmingham City University

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Further information

10 external candidates.

10 internal Care Fertility candidates.

The course will cost £850 per external candidate.

Much of the assessment is completed via logbook, and the VIVA is the use of transvaginal scanning. However, candidates must have access to both transvaginal and transabdominal options for scanning, to complete the practical portfolio portion of the assessment.

External candidates:

Candidates must work in an ultrasound setting, with both transvaginal and transabdominal options for scanning available, as they will need to complete a practical portfolio in their own clinic for submission - practical sessions will not be offered by Care Fertility.

Internal candidates:

For internal candidates that are already located at a Care Fertility clinic, they should ensure the following:
That the individual unit should provide access to a regular pelvic ultrasound service. 

The centre should have an adequate clinical workload to ensure the trainee can undertake at least one training scan list per week both supervised and unsupervised. 

The centre should be able to have both transvaginal and transabdominal options for scanning available although the trainee is aware much of the assessment is completed via logbook, and VIVA is the use of transvaginal scanning

The trainer must be either be a BFS ultrasound trainer or MSC level qualified. If the training centre does not have this available, then please discuss with the course leads to discuss training lists being observed at Care Fertility Leeds.

Applications close on the 10th September 2024.

Ready to apply?

All applications must be done via Birmingham City University's application portal.

Candidates must apply before the start of September 2024. 

Good luck with your application. We can’t wait to welcome our first students on to this module in September. Together, we can make assisted reproductive medicine a safer and more successful place for our clients. 

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