Course overview
We are pleased to host our Autumn 2024 Cardiac CT Level 1/2 course (leading towards BSCI/BSCCT and SCCT accreditation) in Essex, UK.
The course follows the BSCI and SCCT guidelines for level 2 accreditation, and over 5 days will include formal lectures and hands-on training using Circle cvi42 on workstations.
Book the whole week or pick the sessions that meet your needs: Level 1: 18th – 20th November / Level 2: 21st – 22nd November
Key highlights
Join our bi-annual UK Cardiac CT Level 1/2 Course this November.
Teaching and hands-on training will be led by Level 3 accredited BSCI (British Society of Cardiovascular Imaging) trainers and led by our clinical lead, Dr Azhar Khokhar (Consultant Cardiologist, Head of Cardiovascular Imaging, Essex Cardiothoracic Centre) with the faculty including a mixture of consultant cardiologists and radiologists all with BSCI accreditation.
The course follows the BSCI and SCCT guidelines for level 2 accreditation, and over 5 days will include formal lectures and hands-on training using Circle cvi42 on workstations.
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The course includes analysis of a total of 150 contrast enhanced cases, including coronary analysis of various pathologies, bypass grafting and extra cardiac findings etc, as required by the BSCI. Complemented by formal lectures, you will cover all relevant topics and examples of rare and interesting cases shown.
After completion of the course, you will be expected to perform and dual report 25 cases in your local settings before applying for level II accreditation.
For this course, there will be a maximum of 2 attendees per workstation, and we will keep the numbers attending in-person to a maximum of 30 to increase learning potential and allow you to feel comfortable with asking questions in the small intimate group setting. As a result, early booking is essential. Each candidate will have the opportunity to see live scanning.
LEVEL 1 COURSE DETAILS
Cardiac CT Level 1 attendees will just attend the first 3 days of the course (Mon – Weds ) in order to complete the 50 cases required for Level 1. You will cover additional cases on top of the 50 needed to provide as much opportunity to learn from a wide variety of cases as possible.
18 CPD Credits can be claimed in accordance with the CPD Scheme of The Royal College of Radiologists
LEVEL 2 COURSE DETAILS
If you are looking to gain your BSCI Level 2 certification and be confident in reporting Cardiac CT independently, this Level 2 course if perfect for you. This course also contributes towards the 200 cases required by SCCT but please do check the SCCT accreditation guidelines for further information on their specific requirements.
35 CPD Credits can be claimed in accordance with the CPD Scheme of The Royal College of Radiologists
Accommodation
Accommodation is not included in the cost of the course however all refreshments and a 2 course lunch each day.
How to apply for BSCI accreditation after the course?
See the full BSCI Guidelines for application on how to apply
Looking for alternative cardiac imaging course dates/locations?
Take a look at our Cardiac CT and Cardiac MRI courses coming up – Visit our Cardiac Academy
Please Note: All tickets are fixed to a 20% VAT rate. To receive an invoice for your booking rather than paying on the website, please email courseenquiries@jcaseminars.com
Course programme
Monday 18th November – 09:00 – 17:30
Day 1
08:45 – 09.00 – Morning Tea / Coffee & Registration
09.00- 10.00 – Theoretical aspects of cardiac CT
10.00 – 10.45 – Practicalities of live scanning
10.45 – 11.00 – Tea / Coffee Break
11.00 – 12.00 – Normal Cardiac and coronary anatomy
12.00 – 12.30 – Role of calcium scoring
12.30 – 13.00 – Calcium score practice
13.00 – 14.00 – Lunch Break
14.00 – 14.45 – Role of cardiac CT in current practice: Anatomical vs. functional tests
14.45 – 15.30 – Coronary analysis and post processing
15.30 – 15.45 – Tea / Coffee Break
15.45 – 16.15 – CT in acute coronary syndromes
16.15 – 16.45 – CT in chronic coronary disease
16.45 – 17.30 – Hands on coronary analysis: 10 cases
Tuesday 19th November – 09:00 – 17:00
Day 2
08.45 – 09.00 – Morning Tea / Coffee & Registration
09.00 – 09.45 – Extra coronary cardiac findings: masses, pericardium and congenital disorders
09.45 – 10.15 – CT in non atheromatous coronary disease
10.15 – 11.00 – Hands – on Case Reviews
11.00 – 11.15 – Tea / Coffee Break
11.15 – 12.30 – Hands – on Coronary analysis
12.30 – 13.30 – Lunch Break 13.30 – 15.00 – Hands – on Coronary analysis
15.00 – 15.15 – Tea / Coffee Break
15.15 – 17.00 – Hands – on Coronary analysis
Wednesday 20th November – 09:00 – 17:00
Day 3
08.45 – 09.00 – Morning Tea / Coffee & Registration
09.00 – 11.00 – Hands-on Analysis
11.00 – 11.15 – Tea / Coffee Break
11.15 – 13.00 – Hands-on Coronary Analysis
13.00 – 14.00 – Lunch
14.00 – 14.30 – CT in future interventions
14.30 – 15.30 – Hands-on Coronary Analysis
15.30 – 15.45 – Tea / Coffee Break
15.45 – 17.00 – Hands-on Coronary Analysis
Thursday 21st November – 09:00 – 17:00
Day 4
08.45 – 09.00 – Morning Tea / Coffee & Registration
09.00 – 11.00 – Hands-on Analysis
11.00 – 11.15 – Tea / Coffee Break
11.15 – 13.00 – Hands-on Coronary Analysis
13.00 – 14.00 – Lunch
14.00 – 14.30 – CT in future interventions
14.30 – 15.30 – Hands-on Coronary Analysis
15.30 – 15.45 – Tea / Coffee Break
15.45 – 17.00 – Hands-on Coronary Analysis
Friday 22nd November – 09:00 – 16:00
Day 5
08.45 – 09.00 – Morning Tea / Coffee & Registration
09.00 – 11.00 – Hands-on Coronary analysis
11.00 – 11.15 – Tea / Coffee Break
11.15 – 12.30 – Hands-on Coronary analysis
12.30 – 13.30 – Lunch Break
13.30 – 14.30 – CT in cardiac pathologies
14.30 – 15.15 – Hands-on Coronary analysis
15.15 – 15.30 – Tea / Coffee Break
15.30 – 16.30 – Hands-on Coronary analysis
16.30 – 17.00 – How To Apply For Accreditation and Finish
Venue
Civic Centre, Chelmsford
Information
By Car:
– The venue is easily accessible from major roads including the A12 and M11.
– Ample parking is available at the Civic Centre car park and nearby public car parks.
By Train:
– Chelmsford Station: The Civic Centre is a short 5-minute walk from Chelmsford train station.
– Regular services run from London Liverpool Street, with a journey time of approximately 35 minutes.
By Bus:
– Numerous bus routes serve Chelmsford city center, with stops close to the Civic Centre.
– The Chelmsford Bus Station is within walking distance, providing connections to local and regional destinations.
By Foot:
– The Civic Centre is located in the heart of Chelmsford, easily walkable from the city center and local amenities.
By Air:
– The nearest airport is London Stansted, approximately 30 minutes away by car or direct train services to Chelmsford.
Ticket prices
| Full Week Level 1/2 - Consultants | £2,695.00 |
| Full Week Level 1/2- Trainee, Registrar | £2,200.00 |
| Level 1 - 3 Day Ticket | £1,500.00 |