Why should I attend a ReproScan Training Course?
We’re glad you asked! Training is at the heart of what we do here at ReproScan, and we work hard to make sure that our customers walk away excited and confident from each course. The course will cover ultrasound basics, pregnant/open, fetal aging, as well as coaching on extension arm technique. These courses are a great opportunity to get hands-on experience with highly-trained instructors.
What is the general structure of a ReproScan Training Course?
Our courses begin with an afternoon lecture, covering everything from the basics of how the ultrasound unit works to calling pregnant/open and fetal aging. The evening provides time to gather and network with other course participants and the ReproScan instructors.
The next day, we start in the morning with our wet lab, and this is where the real magic happens! Participants get one-on-one assistance running the ultrasound at the chute. It can be a great collaborative learning environment to work with other participants and talk through what you’re seeing on the screen. We keep these classes small intentionally (usually around 10 participants), so that we can focus in on what you’re hoping to learn, whether it’s calling pregnant and open, perfecting your extension arm technique, or honing in your fetal aging skills.
How much does the course cost?
Our Introductory Cattle Ultrasound Courses are $650, and you are responsible for your own hotel room and travel.
What if I can’t make it to a course?
We try our best to schedule courses in areas where there is interest, but factors like date, cattle, and participants dictate when and where we are able to hold courses. If you would like to get to a course, but there isn’t one in your area this year, give us a call. We would like to hear from you regarding your interest, and we will put your area on our “wish list”, and put forth an effort to hold a course there if there is enough interest! Additionally, if you know of a great spot to hold a course, please contact us.
If you aren’t able to make an in-person course, we highly recommend our new online training course. This is an interactive course covering the basics of bovine ultrasound, including basic functionality of ultrasound technology, calling pregnant/open, fetal aging, and extension arm ultrasound. One of our favorite features of this course is how many ultrasound scans it contains. You will get to see many different scans, over a variety of fetal ages, with helpful voiceovers, walking you through the scan. You can access the course here: Basics of Bovine Ultrasound. The course costs $300 which will give you 30 days of access to the content.
As always, give us a call with any questions regarding our training courses: 877-890-2411!