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CA in Mammography

Application Timeline

For overseas applicants:

A full set of required documents to be submitted at least 6 months before the attachment start date.

For local applicants:

A full set of required documents to be submitted at least 3 months before the attachment start date.

Duration

4 weeks

Criteria

Only for organisation sponsored practising / registered Radiographers in Mammography (Beginners may also apply)

Note: Each request is subject to Department's review and approval

Objective

To provide participants with advanced knowledge and core competency skills in clinical mammography

Outline

Upon successful completion of the programme, the participant will be able to:

  • Describe the anatomy and physiology of the breasts
  • Understand the physics, equipment and radiation dosimetry in mammography
  • Observe quality assurance procedures for digital (FFDM/CR) mammography equipment
  • Describe how QC test results are analysed and take corrective actions, when necessary
  • Understand the imaging techniques to produce high quality mammograms
  • Appreciate pathology and pattern recognition of mammographic images
  • Observe how clinical breast examination is conducted
  • Observe breast biopsy procedures such as mammographic guided vacuum-assisted biopsy & localization procedures
  • Appreciate the importance of patient communications and counselling skills
  • Describe the treatment options available in the management of breast diseases

Methodology

  • Observation of procedures
  • Tutorials
  • Task-oriented discussion
  • Demonstration of supervised tasks
  • Role-play
  • Learner report of learning
  • Image viewing & assessment

Attachment Fees

1. Training Fee (5-day work week) depending on the nature of attachment

At least SGD $600* per applicant per week


2. Administrative Fee Upon Acceptance (non-refundable)

Singaporeans: SGD $150* 

Non-Singaporeans & Overseas Applicants: SGD $240* 


3. Miscellaneous Fees for Overseas Applicants (Non-Singaporeans) [non-refundable]

a. Training Employment Pass (TEP)

  • One time application fee: SGD $105
  • Issuance Fee: SGD $225

b. Multiple Journey visa (if applicable): SGD $30

* excluding prevailing GST 


Enquiries

For enquiries, please email chua.sok.hong@sgh.com.sg