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 Evaluation

Useful knowledge/skills metric was rated the lowest in this unit, suggesting that not all students thought they would use the knowledge and skills developed in this unit.

Update the description for Assessment 4 to highlight that self-reflection is a crucial skill to exercise regularly as a sonographer. Reiterate the importance of reflective practice through the Zoom tutorial. Go through the Professional Competency Framework for Sonographers with students during the tutorial as a reference.

Feedback from Unit Coordinator

No exemplars were provided for students for Assessment 4 since it was a new assessment in HT1 2023 and significant changes were made to this assessment in 2024.

Provide exemplars for Assessment 4 as an additional resource to in completing this assessment.