CCVUS: Certificate of Competence in Vascular Ultrasound
The aim of the CCVUS is to certify the holder with the knowledge and practical skills to perform high-quality ultrasound examinations of arteries and veins.
What is the CCVUS?
Ultrasound has been widely implemented as an important tool in the diagnostic armamentarium of vascular clinics across Europe. As a response to that, the ESVS Academy proposes a certification system to warrant those individuals who meet the minimum requirements to perform basic vascular ultrasound. The exam is based on the curriculum of the ESVS ultrasound workshops in Barcelona and Copenhagen.
Eligibility
Ensure you meet the core requirements before registering for the CCVUS examination. Having performed the minimum number of examinations does not guarantee passing the exam.
* Document must be signed by the Director of the Vascular Lab or the Head of the Department of Vascular Surgery or Radiology.
- Provide a signed statement confirming 100+ supervised vascular exams equally distributed across carotid arteries, venous and arterial lower extremity and aorta*
- Have an active certification or license in a health-related field (physician, nurse or technician)
How the Certifcation works
Understand the structure of the CCVUS exam, what to expect, and how to prepare.
Written Exam
50 multiple-choice questions with one correct answer per five provided responses | 60 min | Minimum 70% pass mark
Practical Assessment
2-3 ultrasound exams on patients | 10–15 min each | Evaluated by certified assessors
Next CCVUS Exam
The CCVUS examinations are held during each ESVS Annual Meeting.
Registration for the congress opens in April and registration to the exam opens in early June.
