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Ultrasound-Guided Procedures Training for Nurse Practitioners

Expand your procedural capabilities with ultrasound-guided injection training designed for nurse practitioners. Master transducer positioning, image optimization, and precise needle guidance from expert faculty in our hands-on course.

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1 Day
Course Duration
6.5
CME Credits
$1,499
Starting Price
ACCME
Accredited
Ultrasound-Guided Procedures Training

Why Nurse Practitioners Choose AAOPM for Ultrasound Training

Our Ultrasound-Guided Procedures Course is designed for nurse practitioners who want to add image-guided injection techniques to expand their procedural capabilities in pain management.

  • Expand Your Scope: Ultrasound-guided procedures are in high demand. This training positions you for advanced roles in pain management and musculoskeletal medicine.
  • CME Credits Included: Earn 6.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits toward your continuing education requirements.
  • Hands-On Ultrasound Training: Practice with professional ultrasound equipment on anatomical models under direct supervision of expert faculty.
  • Improved Accuracy: Ultrasound guidance dramatically improves injection accuracy and patient outcomes compared to blind techniques.
  • Career Advancement: NPs with ultrasound skills are highly sought after by pain clinics, orthopedic practices, and sports medicine facilities.
Course Curriculum

What You'll Learn in Ultrasound-Guided Procedures Training

A comprehensive curriculum covering everything nurse practitioners need to safely and effectively perform ultrasound-guided injections.

Ultrasound Physics & Technology

Master ultrasound fundamentals including image optimization, transducer selection, frequency settings, and gain adjustment. Understand the principles that create high-quality diagnostic images.

Injection Techniques

Learn precise needle guidance using In-Plane and Out-of-Plane approaches. Practice transducer manipulation, needle visualization, and real-time injection monitoring for shoulder, hip, knee, and extremity procedures.

10+ Injection Sites

Musculoskeletal Anatomy

Identify anatomical structures on ultrasound including tendons, ligaments, nerves, and joint spaces. Learn sonographic landmarks for each injection site.

Transducer Techniques

Master transducer movements: sliding, tilting, rotating, and compression. Develop the hand-eye coordination essential for accurate guidance.

Injectates & Protocols

Review corticosteroids, viscosupplementation, PRP, and other injectates. Learn appropriate dosing and injection protocols for each condition.

Billing & Documentation

Understand CPT codes, documentation requirements, and proper charting for ultrasound-guided procedures to support reimbursement.

For Nurse Practitioners

Ultrasound-Guided Procedures Scope of Practice for Nurse Practitioners

Understanding your capabilities and opportunities in ultrasound-guided interventional procedures.

State-Dependent Practice Authority

NP scope of practice for ultrasound-guided procedures varies by state. Currently, 27 states plus DC grant full practice authority (FPA), allowing NPs to independently perform interventional procedures including ultrasound-guided injections. In reduced or restricted practice states, NPs work under collaborative agreements with physicians. AAOPM training prepares you with the clinical skills you need, regardless of your state's regulatory framework.

27+ States with full practice authority

Income Potential

NPs with procedural skills including ultrasound-guided injections command higher salaries and have expanded career options.

$150K+ average NP salary with procedures

Procedures NPs Can Learn

  • Shoulder joint injections
  • Hip and trochanteric injections
  • Knee intra-articular injections
  • Peripheral joint injections
  • Soft tissue and tendon injections

Collaborative Agreements

In states requiring physician collaboration, documented procedural training strengthens your collaborative agreement and demonstrates competency to supervising physicians and credentialing committees.

Career Flexibility

Ultrasound skills open doors to pain clinics, orthopedic practices, sports medicine, and procedural-focused NP roles with premium compensation.

Credentialing & Certification

AAOPM certification provides documentation of your ultrasound training for hospital credentialing, insurance panels, and collaborative agreements. Our certificates are recognized across healthcare systems and demonstrate your commitment to clinical excellence in image-guided procedures.

Getting Started

Our ultrasound-guided procedures course is designed for NPs ready to add image guidance to their injection skills. Review your state's scope of practice regulations and discuss procedural implementation with your collaborative physician (if applicable) or practice leadership before implementing new procedures.

Course Calendar

Ultrasound-Guided Procedures Training Course Dates for Nurse Practitioners

Browse upcoming ultrasound-guided procedures training courses. All courses include hands-on training with professional ultrasound equipment.

Empire-Virtual-Training

Mar 9 - Jul 25, 2026
2 Courses
Ultrasound-Guided Interventional Pain Management Procedures
Mon Mar 9
Livestream

Ultrasound-Guided Interventional Pain Management Procedures

$699 $749
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Ultrasound-Guided Interventional Pain Management Procedures
Sat Jul 25
Livestream

Ultrasound-Guided Interventional Pain Management Procedures

8:00 AM ET
$699 $749
Register

Atlanta, GA

Apr 19 - Apr 19, 2026
1 Course
Ultrasound-Guided Interventional Pain Management Procedures
Sun Apr 19

Ultrasound-Guided Interventional Pain Management Procedures

8:00 AM ET
$1,499 $1,899
Register

Dallas, TX

Jun 6 - Jun 6, 2026
1 Course
Ultrasound-Guided Interventional Pain Management Procedures
Sat Jun 6

Ultrasound-Guided Interventional Pain Management Procedures

8:00 AM ET
$1,499 $1,899
Register

Houston, TX

Aug 23 - Aug 23, 2026
1 Course
Ultrasound-Guided Interventional Pain Management Procedures
Sun Aug 23

Ultrasound-Guided Interventional Pain Management Procedures

8:00 AM ET
$1,499 $1,899
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Long Island, NY

Aug 14 - Aug 14, 2026
1 Course
Ultrasound-Guided Interventional Pain Management Procedures
Fri Aug 14

Ultrasound-Guided Interventional Pain Management Procedures

8:00 AM ET
$1,649 $2,049
Register

Los Angeles, CA

Jul 19 - Jul 19, 2026
1 Course
Ultrasound-Guided Interventional Pain Management Procedures
Sun Jul 19

Ultrasound-Guided Interventional Pain Management Procedures

8:00 AM ET
$1,499 $1,899
Register

Orlando, FL

May 3 - May 3, 2026
1 Course
Ultrasound-Guided Interventional Pain Management Procedures
Sun May 3

Ultrasound-Guided Interventional Pain Management Procedures

8:00 AM ET
$1,499 $1,899
Register
FAQ

Ultrasound Training FAQ for Nurse Practitioners

Common questions about ultrasound-guided procedures training for nurse practitioners.

Yes, in many states. Nurse practitioners can perform ultrasound-guided injections within their scope of practice, which varies by state. In full practice authority states (27+ states), NPs can perform these procedures independently. In reduced or restricted practice states, a collaborative agreement with a physician may be required. AAOPM training provides the clinical skills needed regardless of your state's regulatory framework.
Our comprehensive Ultrasound-Guided Procedures Course is completed in just 1 day. You'll receive your Certificate of Completion immediately after successfully finishing the hands-on training and didactic components. Proficiency develops as you gain clinical experience performing procedures after training.
No prior ultrasound experience is required. Our course is designed to take you from fundamentals through hands-on practice. We cover ultrasound physics, image optimization, transducer techniques, and guided injection protocols in a comprehensive curriculum designed for beginners.
Yes. AAOPM is accredited by the ACCME (Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education). This ultrasound-guided procedures course is approved for 6.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits, which are accepted by most nursing boards for continuing education requirements.
Nurse practitioners with procedural skills including ultrasound-guided injections command higher salaries and have more career options. NPs in pain management and procedural roles often earn $130,000-$160,000+ annually. These skills also open doors to specialized positions in pain clinics, orthopedic practices, and sports medicine facilities.
No. AAOPM provides all ultrasound equipment during the hands-on training sessions. You'll have the opportunity to work with various professional-grade ultrasound systems. Our faculty can also provide guidance on equipment selection and vendor options when you're ready to implement ultrasound in your practice.

Ready to Add Ultrasound-Guided Procedures to Your Skills?

Join thousands of nurse practitioners who have enhanced their procedural capabilities with AAOPM ultrasound training. Register today or speak with our team.

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