Update of the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging (EACVI) Core Syllabus for the European Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Certification Exam

Eur Heart J Cardiovasc Imaging. 2014 Jul;15(7):728-9. doi: 10.1093/ehjci/jeu076. Epub 2014 May 22.

Abstract

An updated version of the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging (EACVI) Core Syllabus for the European Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance (CMR) Certification Exam is now available online. The syllabus lists key elements of knowledge in CMR. It represents a framework for the development of training curricula and provides expected knowledge-based learning outcomes to the CMR trainees, in particular those intending to demonstrate CMR knowledge in the European CMR exam, a core requirement in the CMR certification process.

Keywords: Cardiovascular magnetic resonance; Certification; Education; Exam; Syllabus.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Cardiology / education*
  • Certification / standards*
  • Clinical Competence*
  • Curriculum / standards*
  • Educational Measurement / standards
  • Europe
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy / standards*
  • Societies, Medical / standards