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Sonographic professional skills and sonography of the breast and thyroid
SON5020
Synopsis
This unit introduces key principles of medical law, ethics, and professional practice, alongside culturally safe and inclusive approaches to address racism and bias in healthcare. You will develop advanced skills in performing thyroid and breast ultrasound examinations, interpreting normal and abnormal findings, and applying evidence-based knowledge to support accurate clinical decision-making. The unit also emphasises effective communication and collaboration with patients and multidisciplinary teams, and encourages reflection on professional growth to enhance clinical practice.
Sourced from the Monash Handbook 2026.
Quick facts
- Credit points
- 6
- Level
- 5
- Audience
- Postgraduate
- Type
- Coursework
- School
- Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
- Faculty
- Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences
- Handbook year
- 2026
Prerequisites (2)
What it unlocks (1)
- Ultrasound researchSON5000
Offerings (2)
- Second semesterClayton · ONLINE
- First semesterClayton · ONLINE