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East of England Imaging Academy partnership

With investment from NHSE WTE, The East of England Imaging Academy is working in partnership with Siemens Healthineers and NNUH to address workforce challenges, including the development of bespoke cross-sectional CT development training.

As a result of a successful pilot programme, a funded opportunity is available for radiographers in the East of England region to undertake the SHAPE: Intensive Learning Module in both CT & MRI;  CT programme details below:

The course has CPD accreditation from Siemens Healthineers and the East of England Imaging Academy. Further CPD accreditation is being sought from the Society and College of radiographers (SCoR).

This unique and intensive study programme is designed for radiographers new to imaging or looking to advance their career. It can give expedited access to cross-sectional radiography training for students, newly qualified radiographers or even radiographers in need of more in-depth training.

Please see course dates below.  To register, please make contact using the email address below the course description.  

Course dates 

Course 5: Part 1: 3rd - 5th July 2024. Part 2: 12th - 13th August 2024 EOEIA Training Day: 30th July

Course 6: Part 1: 14th - 16th August 2024 Part 2: 16th - 17th September 2024 EOEIA Training Day: 3rd September

Course 7: Part 1: 18th - 20th September 2024 Part 2: 21st - 22nd October 2024 EOEIA Training Day: 8th October

Course 8: Part 1: 23rd - 25th October 2024 Part 2: 25th - 26th November 2024 EOEIA Training Day: 12th November

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Course description

This unique and intensive study programme is designed for radiographers new to imaging or looking to advance their career. It can give expedited access to cross-sectional radiography training for students, newly qualified radiographers or even radiographers in need of more in-depth training. Delivered over a period of three months, the programme provides learners with:

  • An overview of the basic principles of CT
  • In-depth understanding of the modality
  • Understanding of the clinical application of parameter changes on image quality and time
  • Practical scanning experience using a simulator for routine CT
  • An overview of CT radiation safety
  • The soft skills needed to work as a team in a high-pressure environment   
  • A face-to-face teaching session with a Consultant Radiologist at the East of England Imaging Academy, providing an overview of CT anatomy and pathology, including important considerations to be aware of as a radiographer, and when to flag important findings to a senior colleague.

Registration and enquiries

For any queries, please contact eoe.imagingacademy@nnuh.nhs.uk. 

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