In this graduate clinical unit, you will build on knowledge and attitudes using best available evidence developed during your studies to competently perform diagnostic scans in areas appropriate for attainment of graduate competency to the 'Level of Competent Sonographer', as defined by the Professional Competency Framework for Sonographers adopted by the Australasian Sonographers Association and the Australian Sonographer Accreditation Register. You will evaluate findings to formulate a differential diagnosis and initiate further investigation when appropriate. You will demonstrate reflective practice to expand your core knowledge and experience. You will also behave professionally using interpersonal skills relevant to sonographic practice in accordance with CQUniversity postgraduate attributes and Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry accreditation requirements.

Every unit is reviewed for enhancement each year. At the most recent review, the following staff and student feedback items were identified and recommendations were made.

Feedback from Student Unit Teacher Evaluation

Students appreciated the unit’s clear structure and well-organised layout, making it easy to engage with tutorials and study even after long placement days.

Continue providing a well-structured unit with accessible tutorials to support flexible learning and reduce cognitive load for students balancing placement and study.

Feedback from Student Unit Teacher Evaluation

Students found Ann’s heart presentation highly beneficial, as reviewing heart cines in detail clarified what to look for during scanning. Practical walkthroughs of real-time cines for key pathologies were especially helpful beyond theoretical teaching.

Continue incorporating detailed cine reviews in tutorials and expand this approach to include other pathologies for enhanced practical understanding.

Feedback from Student Unit Teacher Evaluation

Students felt that there was minimal feedback provided for assessments.

Most feedback is delivered at the end of the placement by industry. To improve feedback timing and quality incorporate formative feedback earlier in the unit through structured feedback sessions during tutorials.

Feedback from Student Unit Teacher Evaluation

Students expressed that they did not feel that there were clear unit requirements.

Clarify unit requirements continuously. Reinforce expectations through visual guides and short video explainers. Also embed reminders within the Moodle unit and throughout tutorials.