Advanced Diploma - Vision University College

Advanced Diploma in Medical Ultrasonography (ADMU)

Medical Ultrasonography

Medical Ultrasonography

Advanced Diploma in Medical Ultrasonography (ADMU)

(R/0914/5/0001) (7/30) (MQA/FA 12567)

What is Ultrasonography?

One of the ever-growing screening methods in the healthcare industry today is Medical Ultrasound
(Ultrasonography) commonly known for assessing the uterus and monitoring fetal growth during
pregnancy. Ultrasound scans can also be used to view internal body structures and organs. The use of this
scanning method among medical practitioners has been rapidly increasing because of its effectiveness,
flexibility, radiation-free, time-saving technique and cost-saving compared to other scanning methods like
X-rays, CT scan and MRI. Because of these risk-free advantages, diagnostic teams are moving towards
making ultrasound scanning a primary imaging modality when making a diagnosis for many diseases and
conditions.

According to the Bureau of Labour Statistics, the employment demand of medical sonographers is projected to increase by 17% between 2019 and 2029.

With the surge of ultrasound scanning usage over the years, the healthcare industry is struggling to cope
with filling the professional vacancies for the execution and interpretation of ultrasound scanning. Most
radiographers, nurses and doctors have not been exposed to the curriculum and training this diagnostic
method. Due to the lack of manpower, medical institutions are now investing efforts and resources into
recruiting sonographers and equipping staff with sonography skills.

Course Summary

After 20 years of producing sonographers globally, Vision University College is now conducting its MQA-approved Advanced Diploma in Medical Ultrasonagraphy . This programme is designed to enable students to complete the programme within a short duration of 1 year, and to produce professionals in the healthcare industry that are in lack of sonographers.

Students will be trained in-house at our ultrasound center, which is the largest ultrasound training center in Malaysia. Teaching and training will be provided daily involving real patients and students will undergo a practical experience of a minimum of 500 ultrasound scans. Vision University College ADMU graduates will be supported by Hire-Vision in job placements upon graduation.

Subjects

Physics of Ultrasound
Ultrasound Application of Abdomen
Ultrasound Application of Pelvis, Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Human Pathology
Ultrasound Application of Small Parts & Musculoskeletal
Ultrasound Application of Paediatrics
Ultrasound Application of Circulatory & Cardiovascular System & Thorax
*including 4 MPU subjects as per MQA requirements

What skills and knowledge will I gain from the ADMU programme?

Application of physical principles, knowledge, instrumentation and skills required to operate medical ultrasound equipment.
Performing ultrasound examinations effectively to yield important diagnostic information.
Recording, analyzing the data collected and reporting the ultrasound findings to the physician in an oral and written fashion for diagnosis.
Assessments on whether to extend the scope of the ultrasound examination or not based on the ultrasound findings.
Effective communication with physicians and other health care professionals to provide good quality care to patients.

Why study Ultrasonography at Vision University College?

Vision University College has been a leader in Medical Ultrasound education since 2005.
All equipment comply to the Ministry of Health’s Guidelines on Ultrasound Usage in Medical Practice (Circular from the Director-General of Health Malaysia No. 2/2022.)
Approved and recognized by MQA and healthcare industry
In-house Industrial Practice – Vision University College runs the largest ultrasound screening center in Malaysia. Practicing daily on real-life patients, students will each gain an experience of no less than 500 ultrasound scans in their CVs.
Internship ad Job Placement Assistance – Vision University College assists students and graduates with internship/job placements into various medical institutions in Malaysia and Singapore.

Entry Requirement

MALAYSIAN STUDENTS:

Applicants must hold a Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in an allied health field:

Cardiopulmonary Technology
Diagnostic Radiography
Nursing/ Midwifery
Biomedical Science/ Technology
Medicine (MBBS/ MD)
or any other equivalent qualifications accredited by MQA
and approved by the Academic Committee

ADDITIONAL ENGLISH PROFICIENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS:

IELTS Band 5.5

Student Achievement

Tengku Ahmad Fazdwan made Vision University College proud when he was announced the winner of the GE Healthcare’s The Next Top Sonographer contest on 1 November 2019, in all 4 categories available to be contested:
Ultrasound Physics, Abdominal Ultrasound, Small parts & Musculoskeletal and Obstetrics & Gynaecology. Tengku took the competition by storm as he edged out participants from all around the world, i.e. Sudan, Nigeria, Hong Kong, Myanmar, India etc.