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Becoming an Osteoporosis Technologist
Programme Code: TGS-2020507537
Mode of Delivery
Online (Live)
Duration
2 Day
Date / Time
- TBA
Programme Highlights
Jointly organised by the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, Division of Graduate Medical Studies and the Osteoporosis Society Singapore, this advanced course will teach technologists and radiographers how to accurately perform and interpret DXA Bone Mineral Density (BMD) scans. This course is based on the Osteoporosis Essentials Course (Technologist Course) which was jointly developed by the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) and the International Society For Clinical Densitometry (ISCD). The knowledge and skills gained from this course enable learners to provide better quality care too steoporosis patients.
Benefits of Attending
- Provide quality care for patients with osteoporosis
- Learn how to manage increasing patient load and the expected increase in the performance of DXA scan in the community
- Better help and support clinicians in treating and monitoring patients with osteoporosis
Who Should Attend
- DXA Technologists
- Radiographers
Trainer Profile
Course Agenda
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Topics
Day 1
AM
- Introduction and Objective of Osteoporosis Advanced (OE course)
- Overview of Osteoporosis
- Basic Science of Bone Densitometry and Device Operating Principles
- X-Ray Science, Radiation Safety and Quality Assurance
- Clinical Evaluation of Bone Health
PM
- Quality Control
- Role of The Technologist
- Anatomy Positioning and Acquisition – Spine + Femur and Forearm Combined
- Vertebral Fracture Assessment
Day 2
AM
- Introduction to Day 2
- Scan Analysis
- Clinical Management of The Osteoporotic Patient
PM
- Case Based Clinical Application
- Cases For Discussion
- Q&A: Meet the Expert Session
Pre-Requisites and Assessment
Learners must possess either a BSc (Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging), Specialist Diploma in Radiology Nursing, or their equivalent. The assessment will be administered by International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) and International Society for Clinical Densitometry (ISCD). Learners will need to register with IOF and ISCD separately at a later time. More details will be shared closer to the course date.
Learners must record at least 75% attendance and pass all assessment components to successfully complete the course and receive a Certificate of Participation.
Awards and Certification
All participants will receive a Certificate of Participation. In addition, CPD points accredited by the Singapore Society of Radiographers are awarded.
Course Fee
International Participants
Singapore Citizens1 39 years old or younger
Singapore Citizens1 40 years old or older eligible for MCES2
Singapore PR
Enhanced Training Support For SMEs3
Full Course Fee
$2100
$2100
$2100
$2100
$2100
Less: SSG Grant Amount4
–
$1470
$1470
$1470
$1470
Nett Course Fee
$2100
$630
$630
$630
$630
7% GST on Nett Course Fee
$147
$44.10
$44.10
$44.10
$44.10
Total Nett Course Fee Payable including GST
$2427
$674.10
$674.10
$674.10
$674.10
Less Additional Funding if Eligible Under Various Schemes
–
–
$420
–
$420
Total Nett Cost Fee Payable, Including GST, after additonal funding from the various funding schemes
$2427
$674.10
$254.10
$674.10
$254.10
1) All self-sponsored Singaporean aged 25 and above can use their SkillsFuture Credit to pay for the course fee.
2) Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES): Singaporeans aged 40 and above may enjoy subsidies up to 90% of the course fee.
3) Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS): SME-sponsored employees (Singapore Citizens and PRs) may enjoy subsidies up to 90% of the course fee.
4) Learners must record at least 75% attendance and pass all assessment components to successfully complete the course and receive a Certificate of Participation.
Application Deadline
Participants are strongly advised to apply at least 3 weeks in advance.
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