About the Course
Breast cancer screening requires highly skilled radiographers who are able to obtain high-quality mammographic images while ensuring patient comfort and safety. This course provides a structured approach to mammography positioning, image quality optimisation, patient communication, ergonomics, quality assurance, and emerging technologies used in breast imaging.
The course combines theoretical teaching with extensive practical training. Participants will progressively develop their positioning skills through peer-to-peer practice, simulation exercises, image review sessions, and supervised hands-on training. Practical sessions will include positioning practice on fellow participants and breast models where appropriate. Throughout the course, participants will receive continuous feedback from faculty to support skill development and image quality improvement.
Venue
Latvian Oncology Center
Target Audience
Radiographers interested in breast imaging, with or without prior experience in mammography.
Candidates must come from an EU member state, or country participating in EUCanScreen Joint Action.
Costs
Participation in the course is free of charge. Travel and accommodation expenses may be funded.
Learning Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the role of the radiographer within a breast cancer screening programme
- Apply correct positioning techniques for standard projections — standard craniocaudal (CC) and mediolateral oblique (MLO) projections and additional mammographic views when indicated
- Recognise common positioning errors and implement corrective actions
- Assess mammographic image quality using established quality criteria
- Communicate effectively with women attending breast cancer screening
- Apply ergonomic principles during mammography examinations
- Understand the principles of mammography physics, quality assurance, and radiation protection
- Recognise the role of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies in breast imaging
- Perform standard mammography examinations independently and safely
Course Dates
The course is offered across four training rounds:
| Round | Dates |
|---|---|
| 1st Round | 11–15 November 2026 |
| 2nd Round | 20–24 January 2027 |
| 3rd Round | 17–21 February 2027 |
| 4th Round | 14–18 April 2027 |
Limited places: Each course round accommodates up to 4 specialists.
Programme of the Course
View the detailed programme for the Radiographers Course
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An application has been submitted for CME/CPD accreditation of this event.
How to Register?
Participants can register online by completing the registration form below.
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