Optimizing training in limited obstetric ultrasound for midwives through a combination of e-learning and simulation

OBJECTIVETo evaluate a training program in limited obstetric ultrasound, combining e-learning and simulation. METHODSThis a descriptive cohort study in Single-center study conducted in a French university hospital. Thirty-three practicing midwives who had not received basic training in ultrasonography had unlimited access to an e-learning platform offering interactive theoretical instruction modules. Then, they attended a one-day simulator-based obstetric ultrasound workshop. A theoretical competency test was taken before the e-learning component (T1), then before (T2) and after (T3) the simulation workshop. Their competency in specific practical tasks was assessed before and after the workshop. A learner satisfaction questionnaire was completed after the program. RESULTSThe mean score obtained in the theoretical competency test was 46.6% (range 8.3-83.3%) at T1, 87.2% (66.6-100%) at time T2, and 91.6% (66.6-100%) at T3. Significant improvements were observed between times T1 and T2 (P