Sonography training and education — ICPS certification programs
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Programs &
Certifications

From foundational certifications to advanced fellowships and postgraduate diplomas — ICPS offers a complete credentialing pathway for every stage of your sonography career.

25+Certification Programs
18Fellowship Tracks
500+CPD Hours Available
40+Partner Institutions
Certifications

Certification
Tracks & Programs

All ICPS certifications are developed with input from our Medical & Scientific Board and validated by partner institutions worldwide.

The foundational ICPS credential covering abdominal, OB/GYN, and general sonography. Recognized by healthcare institutions in 50+ countries.

Prerequisites

  • Minimum 12 months clinical experience
  • Healthcare degree or diploma
  • ICPS Individual or Professional membership

Program Modules

  • Abdominal Sonography
  • OB/GYN Ultrasound
  • Small Parts Imaging
  • Clinical Protocols
  • Written & Practical Examination
Exam Fee
$450
Members receive up to 25% discount
Duration: 6–12 months
Format: Online + Clinical
Level: Professional
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Fellowship Programs

Advanced Clinical
Fellowships

ICPS fellowships are the highest level of clinical training we offer — combining supervised practice with research and academic mentorship.

Fellowship in Fetal Medicine & Maternal Sonography
Fellowship
FFMS

Fellowship in Fetal Medicine & Maternal Sonography

An advanced clinical fellowship for sonographers and physicians specializing in high-risk obstetric imaging, fetal anomaly detection, and maternal-fetal medicine.

Duration
12 months
Intake
20 per cohort
Starts
March & September
Level
Advanced
  • Supervised clinical placements
  • Research project requirement
  • International faculty mentors
  • Fellowship certificate & title
Apply for Fellowship
Fellowship in Interventional & Vascular Ultrasound
Fellowship
FIV

Fellowship in Interventional & Vascular Ultrasound

Specialized fellowship covering advanced vascular Doppler techniques, ultrasound-guided interventional procedures, and vascular laboratory management.

Duration
12 months
Intake
15 per cohort
Starts
January & July
Level
Advanced
  • 400+ supervised procedure hours
  • Lab accreditation training
  • Peer-reviewed publication support
  • Global placement options
Apply for Fellowship
Fellowship in Musculoskeletal & Sports Sonography
Fellowship
FMUS

Fellowship in Musculoskeletal & Sports Sonography

Advanced fellowship for practitioners in sports medicine, rheumatology, and physiotherapy seeking expert-level MSK ultrasound skills and certification.

Duration
9 months
Intake
18 per cohort
Starts
April & October
Level
Advanced
  • Hands-on cadaveric workshops
  • Sports clinic placements
  • Guided injection techniques
  • ICPS Fellowship designation
Apply for Fellowship
CPD / CME

Continuing Education
Modules

All ICPS CPD and CME modules are internationally accredited. Track your hours through the ICPS member portal.

500+
Hours Available
40+
Modules
12
Specialties
Vascular

Advanced Vascular Duplex Ultrasound

8 CPDOnlineAdvancedAccredited
OB/GYN

First Trimester Screening & Anomaly Detection

12 CMEOnline + WorkshopIntermediateAccredited
Cardiac

Cardiac ECHO Fundamentals for Sonographers

10 CMEOnlineFoundationalAccredited
MSK

Musculoskeletal Ultrasound in Sports Medicine

6 CPDWorkshopIntermediateAccredited
POCUS

Lung & Pleural Ultrasound in Critical Care

4 CMEOnlineIntermediateAccredited
Abdominal

Liver Elastography & Focal Lesion Characterization

6 CPDOnlineAdvancedAccredited
Thyroid

Thyroid & Parathyroid Ultrasound: TIRADS & Beyond

5 CPDOnlineIntermediateAccredited
Pediatric

Pediatric Hip Ultrasound & Developmental Dysplasia

4 CMEOnline + WorkshopSpecialistAccredited
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Find the Right
Program for You

Certification
RDMS / RDCS / RVT
PG Diploma
PGDU
Fellowship
FFMS / FIV / FMUS
Program type
Certification
PG Diploma
Fellowship
Duration
6–12 months
18 months
9–12 months
Delivery format
Online + Clinical
Blended Learning
Clinical + Academic
Clinical hours required
200+ hrs
400+ hrs
600+ hrs
Research component
Examination required
ICPS post-nominal title
RDMS / RDCS / RVT
PGDU (ICPS)
FFMS / FIV / FMUS
Membership required
Professional
Professional
Professional
Approximate fee
$380–$550
$2,200
$2,800–$3,200
CPD hours awarded
20–30 CPD
60+ CPD
80+ CPD
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