Paeds S.Can – Sonography Cannulation Training in the Paediatric Patient
Overview
Paed S.Can (Sonography Cannulation training in the Paediatric Patient) is a one-day course designed for healthcare professionals who are already competent in peripheral cannulation and wish to develop ultrasound-guided vascular access skills in paediatric patients. Through a blend of expert-led theory and hands-on practice, participants will develop the knowledge, practical skills and confidence required to support safe and effective ultrasound-guided peripheral cannulation in babies, children and young people. The course explores ultrasound principles, paediatric vascular anatomy and evidence-based techniques before applying these concepts in supervised practical workshops. Delivered by an experienced multidisciplinary faculty which includes dedicated Ultrasound educators and clinicians who utilise ultrasound guided vascular access in their daily practice.
Paed S.Can promotes best practice, patient safety and improved vascular access outcomes.
Aims and Objectives
By the end of the Paed S.Can course, participants will have developed the knowledge and skills require to support safe and effective Ultrasound guided peripheral cannulation in babies, children and young people.
- Introduce the principles of Ultrasound
- Understand and Identify paediatric vascular anatomy
- Perform vascular assessment and interpret Ultrasound Images
- Demonstrate needle guidance techniques
- Appy technique adaptions for the paediatric patient
- Promote safe clinical practice
- Demonstrate clinical confidence
For any further information about this course or to pay via invoice, please contact: ap.faculty@gosh.nhs.uk.
GOSH staff: You will need to complete a Study Leave and Funding Application.
£140.00
Course Instructors

Mariesa Taylor-Allkins
Lead Practice Educator, Advancing Practice





