Image Reporting PG Cert

You may choose between Appendicular, Axial or Chest reporting

You will study one core common module titled ‘Fundamental Principles of Image Reporting’, topics will include

• The fundamental principles of producing clinical image reports - terminology, phraseology and structure
• Ethical and legal implications of advanced practice with particular focus on the reporting on clinical images
• The core functions required to achieve and maintain advanced practitioner status
• Tools, methods and considerations for quality improvement in healthcare
• Theory of teaching and mentoring, relevant to clinical practice
• The importance of robust audit and/or peer review systems
• The principles of leadership theories and application to practice
• Review of anatomy, physiology and pathological processes associated with reporting of the appendicular/axial skeleton or chest
• The reporting environment and quality assurance
• Application of radiation safety principles to image reporting
• Advanced communication skills, for example undertaking difficult conversations with patients, inter-professional discourse, principles of transactional analysis and coaching

You will also study a 40 credit module specific to your area of reporting, these modules have several common features (the assessment methods are the same) however your lecturer and module focus will be specific to your area of reporting i.e. appendicular skeleton

Topics will include

• Anatomy of the appendicular skeleton OR axial skeleton OR chest including normal radiological appearances
• Clinical indications for radiological investigations of the appendicular OR axial skeleton OR chest including a range of imaging modalities
• Fractures and pathology of the appendicular OR axial skeleton OR chest, including pathophysiological processes
• Writing reports for radiographic images of the appendicular skeleton
• Develop and understanding of various patient pathways and the impact of a radiological report on these pathways
• Practice teaching skills and receive expert feedback
• Respond to knowledge gaps identified by yourself and your peers
• Undertake audit of your own work and peer review others

This module will conclude with submission of your portfolio and an OSE exam in July.