| Level 1 echocardiography . | FoCUS . |
|---|---|
| Able to observe and interpret limited parameters and pathologies | Able to perform a restricted scanning protocol |
| Mostly non-cardiologists | Non-cardiologists and cardiologists |
| ‘General’ knowledge sufficient to select imaging modality and to understand the most important findings | The ability to interpret FoCUS examination and make critical real-time decisions |
| Formal or course-based training (theoretical) | Theoretical and practical training with proctor |
| Certification of attendance | Certification after passing the examination |
| Level 1 echocardiography . | FoCUS . |
|---|---|
| Able to observe and interpret limited parameters and pathologies | Able to perform a restricted scanning protocol |
| Mostly non-cardiologists | Non-cardiologists and cardiologists |
| ‘General’ knowledge sufficient to select imaging modality and to understand the most important findings | The ability to interpret FoCUS examination and make critical real-time decisions |
| Formal or course-based training (theoretical) | Theoretical and practical training with proctor |
| Certification of attendance | Certification after passing the examination |
| Level 1 echocardiography . | FoCUS . |
|---|---|
| Able to observe and interpret limited parameters and pathologies | Able to perform a restricted scanning protocol |
| Mostly non-cardiologists | Non-cardiologists and cardiologists |
| ‘General’ knowledge sufficient to select imaging modality and to understand the most important findings | The ability to interpret FoCUS examination and make critical real-time decisions |
| Formal or course-based training (theoretical) | Theoretical and practical training with proctor |
| Certification of attendance | Certification after passing the examination |
| Level 1 echocardiography . | FoCUS . |
|---|---|
| Able to observe and interpret limited parameters and pathologies | Able to perform a restricted scanning protocol |
| Mostly non-cardiologists | Non-cardiologists and cardiologists |
| ‘General’ knowledge sufficient to select imaging modality and to understand the most important findings | The ability to interpret FoCUS examination and make critical real-time decisions |
| Formal or course-based training (theoretical) | Theoretical and practical training with proctor |
| Certification of attendance | Certification after passing the examination |
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