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Peripherally inserted venous catheter (PIVC) are being performed by sonographers in both the public and private sectors to our knowledge. It appears that certification is currently obtained primarily through the institution in which the sonographer is working, however there are also a select range of POCUS courses specific to PIVC insertion available.
Each institution will vary in its training and certification process; however, the majority will involve an initial theory and practical component (with supervision by a trained medical officer, trained health professional or nurse educator) with ongoing maintenance of skill and infection control.
The ASA have produced an online learning module on ultrasound guided IV cannulation. We recommend completing this module as it will provide you with further information. I've attempted to provide a link below for you. Otherwise you will find it in the Online learning modules in the CPD area.
https://www.sonographers.org/cpds/asa-advance---US_guided_IV_Cannulation
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Vascular SIG