Foundation for Professional Development

Extended Focused Assessment with Sonography for Trauma (eFAST)

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Short course

Course type

11 hrs

Study time

Blended

Mode of learning
Online + 1-day in-person workshop

11 CPD points

11 Clinical
(70% average required)

Course overview

The Extended Focused Assessment with Sonography for Trauma (eFAST) course is a dynamic blended learning experience designed for healthcare professionals working in emergency and trauma settings. This course empowers participants to confidently perform eFAST ultrasound scans, combining flexible online theoretical modules with a focused, hands-on one-day workshop. Through engaging content and expert-led instruction, learners will explore the principles of ultrasound physics, master scanning techniques, and interpret sonographic images to identify free fluid and differentiate between normal and abnormal anatomical structures. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped to apply eFAST scanning effectively in clinical practice, enhancing diagnostic accuracy and patient care in critical situations.
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Who is this course for?

South African medical practitioners, medical interns, and sonographers

Required qualification

MBCHB, Bachelor of Diagnostic Ultrasound

Course level

Intermediate

Practical Session

The theoretical online component of the training needs to be completed before the practical session date. 

To book a space at a practical session please email tshepog@foundation.co.za and Phutim@foundation.co.za immediately after registration. Your booking must be made at least 2 weeks before the session date. 

2025 Practical Sessions:

Date Location
22 November 2025Pretoria (Class full)

The dates for the 2026 workshops will be scheduled in November.

Develop your professional skills

Why choose this course?

  • Comprehensive Curriculum: Covers all key concepts and skills, ensuring a deep and thorough understanding of the subject.
  • Expert Developers: Learn from industry leaders and academic experts with years of real-world experience and insight.
  • Flexible Learning Options: Our online courses provide the flexibility and convenience of learning in your own time, from the comfort of your home or office.

About the academic institution

Foundation for Professional Development (FPD) is a South African Private Institution of Higher Education established in October 1997 by the South African Medical Association and has been registered with the DHET since 2002.

580 000+
Students 

27
Years

110
countries

FPD contact info

  shortprog@foundation.co.za
  +27 12 110 4080

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Course Lessons

  • Certificate included

    Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a certificate of completion from the Foundation for Professional Development, a name synonymous with excellence in professional growth.

Course developer 

Mrs
Roekshana Manga

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Student testimonials

FPD is the best learning platform I found so far. I was pleasantly surprised with the possibilities.
- Josh Stobbard
FPD is the best learning platform I found so far. I was pleasantly surprised with the possibilities.
- Josh Stobbard
FPD is the best learning platform I found so far. I was pleasantly surprised with the possibilities.
- Josh Stobbard
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