VAS - 415A Clinical Skills in Vascular Ultrasound I

During the first clinical rotation at an accredited vascular lab, the student and the clinical instructor will prepare a plan of study for the first quarter. It will entail the practice of three to four vascular exams from a list of 16 possible procedures. The plan is then approved by the clinical coordinator. The student will first observe, then perform sections of vascular exams on patients and go on to performing complete exams under the direct supervision of the clinical instructor. Indirect supervision will be allowed only with clinical instructor approval. Prerequisites: Students must have completed all junior level courses with a minimum passing grade of “C” in each and achieved a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0. Credit Hours: (10)