Course Description
In 2015, EULAR launched the Competency Assessment in Musculoskeletal Ultrasound (MSUS) in Rheumatology.
Assessment Overview - Two Levels of Competency
LEVEL 1: Minimum competency necessary to perform full rheumatologic MSUS examination without supervision, which will be achieved after passing the assessment of the Advanced EULAR MSUS Course and receiving a EULAR Certificate of Attendance.
LEVEL 2: Competency necessary to teach MSUS, which will be achieved after passing the assessment of the EULAR Course for US Trainers (Teach-the-Teachers) and receiving a EULAR Certificate of Attendance.
How to qualify for Level 1?
Attend the following courses with a minimum of 1 year between each course:
- Basic EULAR MSUS Course / Basic EULAR Scientifically Endorsed MSUS Course / Other equivalent level of Basic MSUS Course by National Societies (acceptance is dependent on EULAR).
- Intermediate EULAR MSUS Course / Intermediate EULAR Scientifically Endorsed MSUS Course.
- Advanced EULAR MSUS Course and pass the assessment.
- Basic EULAR MSUS Course / Basic EULAR Scientifically Endorsed MSUS Course / Other equivalent level of Basic MSUS Course by National Societies (acceptance is dependent on EULAR).
- Complete the EULAR Online Introductory Ultrasound Course and pass the online assessment.
How to apply for Level 1 Competency?
To apply, log in to your EULAR School of Rheumatology user account, navigate to the appropriate course page, and complete the application process by submitting the application form.