Our Next Hands-On Scanning Event

California Birth Center

6940 Destiny Drive Rocklin, California, 95677

September 24-25th, 2026

This event offers up to 25.5 AANP CE credits, 26 ACNM CEUs, and 26.5 AAPA Category 1 CME credits.

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Continuing Education Credits

This event offers CE credits for a wide range of women’s health providers.

26 ACNM CEUs
25.5 AANP CE credits
26.5 AAPA Category 1 CME credits

Workshop Schedule

Hands-On Scanning Days

Location

Califonia Birth Center
6940 Destiny Drive Rocklin, California, 95677

September 24-25th, 2026

Arrival
Please plan to arrive around 7:45 am so the group is ready to begin at 8:00 am.

Day 1 | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

8:00 to 9:00 am
Simulation experience
How to handle the transducer
Recognition of anatomical structures
Cross sectional anatomy

9:00 to 10:30 am
Gynecologic scanning
Two patients
Focus on normal anatomy
IUD localization if available

10:30 am to 12:00 pm
First trimester scanning
Two patients
Gestations ranging from 6 to 12 weeks

12:00 to 1:00 pm
Lunch provided
Informal session introducing the Midwife Certification Exam

1:15 to 3:30 pm
Second and third trimester scanning
Three patients
Gestational age measurements
Appropriate anatomical review
Amniotic fluid volume
Cervical length
Placental location

3:30 to 5:00 pm
Biophysical profile
Two patients
Discussion of BPP criteria
Fetal presentation
Amniotic fluid volume
Placental location

5:00 to 5:15 pm
Completion of evaluations

Day 2 | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

8:00 to 9:00 am
Gynecologic scanning
One patient
Focus on normal anatomy
IUD localization if available

9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Continuation of gynecologic and first trimester scanning
Varies based on volunteers

12:00 to 1:00 pm
Lunch provided

1:15 to 5:00 pm
Second trimester
Third trimester
Biophysical profile
Cervical length
Placental location
Fetal presentation
AFV measurement

5:00 to 5:15 pm
Completion of evaluations and awarding certificates of completion

Important Notes About Scheduling

Volunteer availability can vary. While we make every effort to match trimester preferences, exact matches are not always possible. Our instructors are prepared with alternative teaching options and adjust the schedule as needed to ensure a complete learning experience.

Days are long and learning intensive. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Bring snacks and water as desired. If you need to step out briefly during instruction, you’re welcome to do so and return when ready.

Printing slides from the online course can be helpful. Students often bring them for notes.

Can I travel with a friend or colleague?

Yes. Many participants choose to travel with colleagues. You may request to be grouped together when completing the registration form.

We accommodate requests on a first come, first served basis. Groups of four fit perfectly, and larger groups can be divided across multiple instructors as long as tickets are available.

What if I already have the online course?

If you already purchased the online course:

  1. First purchase your ticket for the hands-on event

  2. You will automatically receive the registration form in your email

  3. After completing the registration form, send Casey your online course receipt

  4. We will process a refund for the amount you paid for the online course

You MUST complete the online course before attending your hands-on scanning days.

This event is designed for women’s health providers including:

• Certified Nurse Midwives
• Certified Midwives
• Certified Professional Midwives
• Licensed Midwives
• Nurse Practitioners
• Physician Associates

All skill levels are welcome. Instructors meet each group exactly where they are

More Questions?

If you have any questions after reading through this page, please reach out to Casey directly and she can answer anything more specific you need.
casey@ultrasoundforwomenshealthproviders.com

TESTIMONIALS

More Testimonials

  • "I’ve taken an US course before, but nothing like this one. The 2 days of doing US on person after person really helped everything from the online modules to “click.” I know so much more than I did going into the course. Highly recommend if you even might need to use US for something. I verified my IUD placement and looked for placenta previa (diagnosed elsewhere), which I did find. Before I wouldn’t have known where the cervix was in US. It was also nice only having 4 students per group because we all got plenty time to practice plus lots of instructor feedback. Another nice thing that I didn’t know when I signed up: if you paid for the course at any point, you can always contact them for pointers/help or to remotely monitor your US skills if you wanted to do the certification."

  • "I learned way more at the ultrasound for women's health providers than I expected. I used some of the skills I learned THE VERY NEXT DAY I WAS IN CLINIC! Very relevant and wonderful training. Would recommend to anyone."

  • "The two-day course really helped to consolidate my knowledge and gave us all a lot of hands-on experience with patients. Michelle and Gay were great instructors - very knowledgeable and equally supportive!"

  • "This two day event was intense but so valuable for hands on learning. The instructors were knowledgeable and gave practical tips for getting the best pictures. I’m so glad I was able to attend and fully expect it to enhance my clinical practice."

  • "Great course, inspiring instructors, small groups, individualized attention. If you're a midwife or women's health provider and want to add more confidence to your use of ultrasound in your practice, this is for you."

  • "I had a great experience with this class. Michelle is an excellent instructor. I was super tired from a hectic week and was dreading a long class on my weekend, but I was pleasantly surprised with what a joy the class was! I found the content to be super interesting in the online learning portion and really enjoyed putting it into practice with the hands-on learning. Michelle is inviting, easy to learn from, and made the day really fun! Highly recommend this class."

  • "Great course, inspiring instructors, small groups, individualized attention. If you're a midwife or women's health provider and want to add more confidence to your use of ultrasound in your practice, this is for you."

  • "This ultrasound course was amazing. I am a new nurse midwife, and I learned so much from this course. Carolyn Gegor is an incredible instructor. Casey Messmer was so helpful. Quick responses. Every women’s health provider should take this course. 10/10"

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  • "Ultrasound for Women's Health Providers is a great resource, especially if you do not have a local source for training. The online portion was easy to navigate. It is done in chapters so you can come back to it so you don't have to do it all at once. It was complete through all aspects of ultrasound in pregnancy & well woman check up. We also arranged to have a Hands on training and our instructor Nora was AMAZING. She was very kind and patient while we were learning new skills. She was very informative and we were able to get a lot of knowledge in, in 1 day. I highly recommend this course!"

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  • "This two day event was intense but so valuable for hands on learning. The instructors were knowledgeable and gave practical tips for getting the best pictures. I’m so glad I was able to attend and fully expect it to enhance my clinical practice."

  • "I learned so much at the hands -on clinic and had so many a-ha moments that clicked into place. I definitely need to perform a lot more scans to feel competent, but I feel like I walked away with the tools and understanding to get there with practice. Our instructor, Gay, is a lovely human being, and a wealth of knowledge."

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  • "The two-day course really helped to consolidate my knowledge and gave us all a lot of hands-on experience with patients. Michelle and Gay were great instructors - very knowledgeable and equally supportive!"

  • "The skills from today will greatly improve the quality of care I can quickly & efficiently provide fr women. Great one day hands-on course!"

  • "I attended an in person one day scanning event after having completed the online learning. I was in a group of 4 and we had access to a variety of patients during that 8 hour day. The facility was amazing and accommodating and the ultrasound machines were so intuitive and easy to use. The instructors were very knowledgeable and I came home with the confidence to get my ARDMS check offs done."

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Teresa Forbes Davidson M.H.S., RDMS, PgDip (Clinical Ultrasound)

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Teresa’s career started in radiology performing a wide range of diagnostic imaging procedures prior to completing her post-graduate education in clinical ultrasound at London South Bank University and she has been a practicing sonographer specializing in women & children’s health for over 20 years.

Teresa is a UK native who has spent the last 10 years in the US practicing as a maternal fetal medicine sonographer at University of Florida Health, Stanford Children’s Health and University of California San Francisco.

During much of her career, Teresa has been responsible for clinical education, clinical applications and practical training in ultrasound skills which she enjoys immensely. She is experienced in teaching those completely new to ultrasound practice as well as helping to perfect the skills of those with some experience.

Teresa has special interest in developing technologies in ultrasound; traveling the world & enjoying new cultures; spending time with her family and beloved pets.

Meet Our Other Instructors
Meet Our Other Instructors

Meet Your Instructors

  • Cynthia Gay Hull MSN, WHNP, RDMS

    Instructor

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  • Nona Smith, RDMS, MSN, CNM

    Instructor

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  • Kristen M. Ostrem-Niemcewicz DNP, MSN, CNM, FNP-BC, FACNM

    Instructor

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  • Nora Elizalde, APRN, DNP, CNM, WHNP-BC, IBCLC

    INSTRUCTOR

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Two-Day Ticket for Thursday & Friday September 24th & 25th in Rocklin, CA Two-Day Ticket for Thursday & Friday September 24th & 25th in Rocklin, CA
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Two-Day Ticket for Thursday & Friday September 24th & 25th in Rocklin, CA
$2,500.00

This is a two-day hands-on scanning event scheduled for 8:00-5pm each day.

  • Please note that this is a hands-on course which means you will be working with real patients.

  • Each group will be limited to four participants, our course ensures personalized instruction and extensive practical experience

  • Registration payment is non-refundable. We have a limited amount of availability and want to keep classes as full as possible.

  • If you have already purchased the online course, we will refund the amount you paid for the course on Teachable.

You will receive an email with more information & registration paperwork with 48 business hours of purchase.

TICKETS COMING APRIL 27th