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Learn from those who’ve been there. At Scope Institute, our strength lies in offering practical, real-world training directly from practicing providers and sonographers with extensive in-field cardiac experience.
Founded in 2023, Scope Institute is part of Scope Healthcare – which includes our two healthcare divisions: Heartscope and Sleepscope. These divisions directly perform the same diagnostics we teach here, making us deeply connected to real-world healthcare.
Recognising the critical need for cardiac training in Australia—where cardiovascular disease accounts for one in four deaths—we are committed to making a difference. Our mission is to equip doctors, healthcare students, and clinical staff with the essential skills they need to improve patient care, starting with cardiac training.
At Scope Institute, we believe the best way to learn is through hands-on experience. Our echocardiography programs allow you to work with state-of-the-art ultrasound machines, ensuring you train with the same equipment used in hospitals and clinics.
We bridge the gap between theory and practice, ensuring that what you learn in class directly translates to real-world applications. We’ll ensure that after your course, you’ll have the confidence and skills to tackle real-life scenarios with ease.
Learn from seasoned cardiac professionals who bring real-world experience to the classroom.
Engage in practical sessions that simulate real medical scenarios, supplemented by online materials, quizzes and information.
Participants in our three-part program have potential opportunities with Heartscope – a leading cardiac services provider.
Our programs are trusted by leading universities, doctors and cardiologists, ensuring our high learning standards.
Access all your course materials and resources through our exclusive online portal.
Learning doesn’t stop at the classroom door. Receive continuous support and guidance as you implement and expand your new skills.
Completed course:
3 – Part Echocardiography Program
Completed course:
3 – Part Echocardiography Program
We offer online and blended (online and physical) training in cardiac healthcare.
The commitment varies for each part of the program. For Part 1, you’re required to attend two 3-hour sessions per week. Part 2 intensifies to five days a week, and Part 3 typically starts with four days a week, potentially increasing to 5 based on your progress.
Clinical placements and IBL sessions are held at our clinics across Victoria. For more information on specific locations, please visit our website at Heartscope locations. You will be supervised throughout your placements to ensure a comprehensive learning experience.
Yes, our program is designed to assist you with this; however, there are certain restrictions. You will see that entry prerequisites typically state:
“Applicants must provide a support letter validating a training position in an ultrasound department or cardiac lab. The supervising professional should be an accredited medical sonographer registered with ASAR (Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry) or hold equivalent registration.”
We can only provide this support letter if you progress to Part 3: Industry-Based Learning of our program. Please note that Part 3 requires the completion of Parts 1 and 2 and a successful interview selection process. We set these requirements to ensure participants are prepared and committed, upholding our high training standards so we can provide you tailored support for your career in cardiac sonography.
Yes, for Part 3, you must be enrolled in a course that’s accredited by the Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry (ASAR). You will also need to register as a student sonographer with ASAR, which is typically required by your university course.
Absolutely! Even if you don’t proceed to Part 3, our in-depth curriculum is designed to build your scanning skills and provide you with an extensive practical skillset in echocardiography. Through Parts 1 and 2, you’ll gain comprehensive knowledge of all relevant pathologies. Our course is highly regarded by many cardiologists and organisations, and you will be able to showcase your Scope Institute certifications showing your training here, which would significantly increase your chances of receiving a support letter and advancing in your echocardiography university course.
This intensive course is specifically designed for medical doctors, offering advanced echocardiography training over 11 days (spread across 11 weeks). The program combines theoretical knowledge relating to how to perform advanced echocardiograms with practical application, rapidly enhancing your diagnostic capabilities.
Reena, our most senior cardiac sonographer and head trainer educator, conducts these sessions. With extensive experience in echocardiography and teaching other doctors and ED physicians, Reena ensures that all participants receive expert guidance and instruction.
We welcome Emergency Physicians, Anesthesiologists, Cardiologists, and other APHRA-registered medical professionals looking to enhance their critical care echocardiography skills and knowledge.
Doctors in Australia need to be registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) to practice and participate in this program. This ensures that all participants are qualified medical professionals practicing within Australian healthcare standards.