From: $164 / year
Pediatric POCUS Essentials Course
The Pediatric POCUS Essentials course provides healthcare providers with the skills to perform ultrasound-guided assessments for common pediatric conditions, enhancing diagnostic accuracy and care.
From: $164 / year
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Pediatric POCUS Essentials Course Description:
The Pediatric POCUS Essentials course is specifically designed for healthcare professionals working with pediatric patients, offering 10 CME hours and an introduction to point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) for diagnosing common conditions in children. This course provides a clinically grounded approach, emphasizing key pediatric anatomical targets, probe positioning, and scanning techniques.
Clinicians will learn how to assess common pediatric issues such as respiratory distress, abdominal pain, trauma, and musculoskeletal injuries with ultrasound, ensuring they can make real-time, accurate diagnostic decisions.
Through structured modules and hands-on training, participants will gain the confidence to incorporate POCUS into their pediatric practice, improving patient care and clinical efficiency.
Course Curriculum
Peds Ultrasound Basics
Physics and Probes pe
Scanning Technique pe
Machine Settings pe
Artifacts pe
Summary pe
Peds Focused Assessment with Sonography in Trauma (FAST)
Pediatric FAST Case and Literature (pe)
Pediatric FAST Scanning Technique (pe)
Pediatric FAST Pathology (pe)
Pediatric FAST Pearls and Pitfalls
Pediatric FAST Clinical Integration (pe)
Pediatric FAST Summary (pe)
Peds Renal Ultrasound Basics
Pediatric Renal Case & Literature (pe)
Pediatric Renal Scanning Technique (pe)
Pediatric Renal Pathology (pe)
Pediatric Renal Pearls & Pitfalls (pe)
Pediatric Renal Clinical Integration (pe)
Pediatric Renal Summary (pe)
Pediatric Bladder Volume Assessment (pe)
Peds Cardiac Ultrasound Basics
Peds Cardiac Case & Literature (pe)
Peds Cardiac Scanning Technique (pe)
Peds Cardiac Pathology (5m3s) (pe)
Peds Cardiac Pearls & Pitfalls (pe)
Peds Cardiac Clinical Integration (pe)
Peds Cardiac Summary (pe)
Peds Lung
Pediatric Lung Case & Literature (pe)
Pediatric Lung Scanning Technique & Image Interpretation (pe)
Pediatric Lung Pathology (pe)
Pediatric Lung Pearls & Pitfalls (pe)
Pediatric Lung Clinical Integration (pe)
Pediatric Lung Summary (pe)
Peds Abdomen
Pediatric Abdomen Case and Literature (pe)
Pediatric Abdomen Scanning Technique (pe)
Pediatric Abdomen Pathology (pe)
Pediatric Abdomen Pearls and Pitfalls (pe)
Pediatric Abdomen Clinical Integration (pe)
Pediatric Abdomen Summary (pe)
Peds Ocular
Pediatric Ocular Case & Literature (pe)
Pediatric Ocular Evidence for Optic Nerve Sheath Diameter Measurement (pe)
Pediatric Ocular Scanning Technique (pe)
Pediatric Ocular Pathology, Pearls & Pitfalls (pe)
Pediatric Ocular Clinical Integration (pe)
Pediatric Ocular Summary (pe)
Pediatric Neck Mass
Pediatric Neck Mass Case and Literature
Pediatric Neck Mass Scanning Technique
Pediatric Neck Mass Pathology
Pediatric Neck Mass Pearls and Pitfalls
Pediatric Neck Mass Clinical Integration
Pediatric Neck Mass Summary
Peds Skin Soft Tissue (Abscess vs. Cellulitis)
Skin Soft Tissue Case & Literature (pe)
Skin Soft Tissue Scanning Technique (pe)
Skin Soft Tissue Pathology and Pitfalls (pe)
Skin Soft Tissue Pearls (pe)
Skin Soft Tissue Clinical Integration (pe)
Skin Soft Tissue Summary (pe)
Peds US Guided Peripheral IV
US Guided PIV Case & Literature (pe)
US Guided PIV Scanning Technique (pe)
US Guided PIV Pearls & Pitfalls (pe)
US Guided PIV Summary (pe)
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Dr. Kate Feibusch, MPH
POCUS Has Allowed Me to Find New Excitement in Primary Care, and Reduces Burnout by Providing Quicker Answers to Medical Problems in Real Time.
Moses J. Syldcort, MD
…the GUSI Essentials course has been an amazing addition to our residency’s POCUS program and has freed up my time to spend teaching residents at the bedside.
Dr. Anna McDonald
Being able to do an ultrasound would be a great way for us to get involved in everyday clinic [as medical students].
Yalnaz Mohasin
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Pediatric POCUS Essentials Course FAQ’s
Who should take the Pediatric POCUS Essentials course?
This course is ideal for pediatricians, emergency medicine physicians, family medicine providers, hospitalists, intensivists, neonatal care specialists, pediatric surgeons, and trauma specialists.
What conditions will I learn to assess with POCUS in pediatric patients?
The course covers a wide range of pediatric conditions, including respiratory distress, abdominal pain, musculoskeletal injuries, and trauma, using ultrasound for real-time diagnostics.
How can the Pediatric POCUS Essentials course benefit my practice?
Incorporating POCUS into pediatric care allows for faster, more accurate diagnoses, which can improve clinical decision-making, reduce unnecessary tests, and enhance patient care outcomes.
Is there any commercial bias in GUSI’s educational content?
No. All GUSI content is created independently. We collect Conflict of Interest (COI) disclosures from all course contributors to ensure that no one involved has financial relationships that could bias the educational material. To ensure transparency and trust, we follow best practices in medical education to make sure our content remains objective, evidence-based, and free of commercial influence, especially from companies that sell ultrasound devices or related products.
How much does your POCUS training cost?
Empowerment and health equity are the heart of GUSI’s core values. GUSI’s mission is to make the best quality POCUS training affordable and accessible for clinicians worldwide. Price structure varies based on institution, practice setting, and number of participants. Please see our courses for specific pricing.
What medical specialties can apply to the program?
GUSI founders are family doctors who have trained hundreds of physicians in various specialties including family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, OB, and emergency medicine. Any clinician of any specialty is eligible to apply.
Can medical professionals from other fields, train with GUSI?
Yes. GUSI believes POCUS is the most revolutionary addition to the physical exam since the stethoscope. Our training programs are designed for all medical professionals who perform physical exams. This includes nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, clinical officers, physical therapists, paramedics, EMTs, and more. Everyone can benefit from GUSI’s comprehensive ultrasound training to enhance their clinical practice.
Do you accept applicants from outside of the United States?
Yes. With backgrounds in global health, GUSI faculty have taught POCUS across Africa, Asia, North and South America. We currently support learners in over 120 countries worldwide. In alignment with our mission for health equity and empowerment, GUSI adjusts its pricing structure for resource-limited settings to improve access and impact.
What does the GUSI curriculum entail?
The GUSI curriculum equips healthcare providers with the skills to confidently use point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) across diverse clinical settings.
It combines online coursework, review and assessments to support your journey from foundational knowledge to hands-on scanning expertise.
You can choose from flexible options, including:
- In-person 1–2 day courses for rapid skills development
- Comprehensive fellowship programs with structured mentorship and certification
- Self-paced online learning backed by expert-reviewed scan feedback
GUSI has supported clinicians in over 120 countries and adapts to the needs of global learners and health systems.
Will participants receive a certificate upon completion of the course?
Yes. GUSI provides a certificate of completion and a transcript with lessons completed and test scores. Residency directors also receive a template for minimum scanning competency based on AAFP curriculum guidelines.
Disclaimer
The AAFP has reviewed GUSI Pediatric Essentials — online POCUS course and deemed it acceptable for up to 12.00 Enduring Materials, Self-Study AAFP Prescribed credits. Term of Approval is from 10/02/2024 to 10/01/2025. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Activity #106769.
View GUSI’s CME and Disclosure of Conflicts of Interest Policy. View GUSI’s Statement to Learners on Potential Commercial Bias.
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