WICCEM Institute – Academic Awarding Body
AACME® Accreditation
Managed by ICOMGROUP
New 2026 Admissions Now Open · Limited Seats

The Elite
POCUS Fellowship.

Master bedside ultrasound through a structured, 48-week competency-based journey led by international faculty.

Professional Standards: Patient confidentiality is strictly maintained in all clinical discussions. No identifiable patient information should be shared during case presentations or webinars.

Academic & Accreditation

Clear governance, academic standards, and recognized CME structure — designed for serious clinicians.

WICCEM Institute

Academic Awarding Body

WICCEM Institute

Oversees the academic framework and standards of the fellowship, ensuring structured learning outcomes and progression.

AACME Accreditation

Accreditation & CME

AACME® Credits

CME credits are awarded according to the program policy and successful completion criteria for each module.

Total 96 CME
Partner

Organizing Partner

ICOM Group

Coordinates operations, admissions support, and communication — ensuring smooth delivery and learner experience.

Contact Support

48 Weeks

Longitudinal training pathway, not a short course.

Global Faculty

Internationally experienced instructors in acute care POCUS.

96 CME

AACME® accredited CME credits across the fellowship pathway.

Live + LMS

Live webinars every 4 weeks + 24/7 LMS access.

SonoSchool The Fellowship Provider

Built by SonoSchool

SonoSchool delivers structured, competency-based ultrasound education designed for acute care clinicians. This fellowship is a longitudinal pathway—focused on clinical thinking, decision-making, and safe bedside practice.

Expert-led Education
International faculty & structured learning outcomes.
Professional Standards
Confidentiality-first case discussions & safe practice.

Why SonoSchool’s Fellowship?

  • Longitudinal structure that mirrors clinical progression—not a weekend workshop.
  • Assessments, progression, and structured milestones across the 48-week journey.
  • Designed for clinicians who want practical bedside mastery with global academic governance.

Educational Roadmap

A structured 48-week pathway: Foundation first, then specialization. Designed to mirror clinical progression.

Module 1 · Mandatory Foundation · 24 Weeks

Common Pathway

Build core bedside ultrasound competence with a clinically-driven structure: concept → protocol → interpretation → case integration. Ideal for acute care clinicians who want a safe, supervised pathway to consistent performance.

Physics & Knobology Lung & Pleura eFAST Basic Echo

Weekly Structure

  • Short learning blocks on LMS (24/7 access)
  • Clinical cases & image interpretation practice
  • Live webinar every 4 weeks (recorded for replay)
  • Knowledge checks + required activities per unit

What You’ll Learn

Probe handling, optimization, artifacts
Lung profiles & pleural assessment
eFAST workflow & trauma screening
Basic echo windows & key findings
Clinical reasoning + integration
Documentation & reporting standards

Evaluation & Completion

  • Quizzes / module checkpoints
  • Case-based assignments (image interpretation)
  • Attendance / engagement in live webinars
  • Successful completion unlocks Module 2 track

What You Get

  • Module certificate upon completion
  • CME credits awarded per policy
  • Recorded webinars + LMS resources
Module 2 · Specialization · 24 Weeks

Choose Your Track

After completing the foundation, you select one specialization aligned with your practice environment.

Track A · Emergency Medicine

Advanced ER Track

Built for ER workflow: rapid decisions, trauma pathways, procedures, and pediatric acute scenarios.

Advanced Trauma & resuscitation POCUS
Pediatric emergencies & acute scanning
Nerve blocks / MSK acute applications
Case-driven decision algorithms
Typical Outputs
  • • Track-specific competency assessments
  • • Case portfolio submissions (as required)
  • • Specialized completion certificate
Track B · ICU / Anesthesia

Advanced Critical Care

Built for ICU/OR: hemodynamics, perfusion, shock profiling, and multi-organ monitoring.

Echo-based hemodynamic assessment
VeXUS & fluid responsiveness logic
Multi-organ monitoring & protocols
Case interpretation + ICU integration
Typical Outputs
  • • Track-specific competency assessments
  • • Case portfolio submissions (as required)
  • • Specialized completion certificate

Total Duration

48 weeks: 24-week foundation + 24-week specialization.

Learning Model

LMS 24/7 + live expert webinars every 4 weeks (recorded).

Academic Standards

Competency-based progression with structured evaluations and policy-based CME awarding.

Who Should Apply?

Designed for clinicians practicing in acute care environments who want a structured mastery pathway.

Eligible Backgrounds

  • • Emergency Medicine Physicians
  • • Critical Care & ICU Physicians
  • • Anesthesiologists
  • • Acute Care & Hospital-Based Clinicians

Important Notes

This is not an introductory ultrasound course. Applicants are expected to have basic clinical exposure and active patient-facing roles. Admissions are seat-limited and handled through the official admissions channel.

Fellowship Outcomes

Competency-based outcomes aligned with real clinical practice.

Clinical Decision-Making

Integrate bedside ultrasound findings into real-time diagnostic and management decisions.

Acquisition & Interpretation

Perform, interpret, and document POCUS exams across core acute care applications with standardized protocols.

Structured Reasoning

Apply clinical reasoning frameworks and avoid common pitfalls in acute ultrasound interpretation.

Assessment & Completion

Competency-based progression with structured evaluations across the pathway.

The fellowship follows a competency-based model. Progression is based on active participation, case-based learning, and structured evaluations delivered through the LMS and live webinars.

  • Periodic knowledge assessments and quizzes
  • Case discussions and image review sessions
  • Participation in live webinars and recorded modules
  • Completion of required learning activities per module

Fellowship completion and certification are granted upon fulfilling all academic and participation requirements as outlined by the program governance.

Clinical Impact

What previous fellows say

"The structured approach to lung ultrasound changed my daily practice in the ICU. The webinars are incredibly interactive."

— ICU Specialist, UAE

"Transitioning from basic to advanced echo seemed daunting, but the curriculum builds your confidence week by week."

— ER Physician, Egypt

"The AACME accreditation was vital for my license renewal. The content quality is world-class."

— Anesthesiologist, KSA

FAQ

How long is the fellowship?

The program is 48 weeks total: 24 weeks Foundation (Common Pathway) + 24 weeks Specialization Track.

Is the fellowship fully online?

Yes. It combines live expert-led webinars (every 4 weeks) with 24/7 access to the LMS. Live sessions are recorded for later review.

How are the CME credits awarded?

AACME® CME credits are awarded per module upon successful completion, following the program policy.

How does assessment work?

The fellowship uses a competency-based assessment approach including quizzes, case discussions, and structured module requirements.

Who is eligible to apply?

The fellowship is designed for acute care clinicians (e.g., ER, ICU, anesthesia, hospital-based acute care roles). Seats are limited and admissions require approval prior to fee payment.

Can I present cases from my practice?

Yes—provided confidentiality is strictly maintained and no identifiable patient information is shared during discussions or webinars.

How do I apply for the next intake?

Admissions open periodically with limited seats. Apply through the admissions channel to receive intake details, eligibility confirmation, and fee instructions.

Support & Administration

For admissions, technical support, and academic coordination.

Ready to Lead?

Admissions close once the cohort seats are filled.

Academic Excellence · Patient Confidentiality · Global Standards

Academic & Accreditation Partners

WICCEM Institute AACME® SonoSchool