Australian Institute of Ultrasound

02/04/2026

A friendly reminder that AIU will be closed over the Easter period from tomorrow, reopening on Tuesday 7 April. If you have any questions about an upcoming course or volunteering session, please call our friendly team this afternoon on 07 5526 6655. Otherwise, we’ll respond to your enquiry as soon as we return.

26/03/2026

Are you between 7–13 weeks pregnant? We’re inviting mums-to-be in the early stages of their pregnancies for a complimentary ultrasound.

See your baby during a supportive ultrasound session while also helping doctors learn essential early pregnancy scanning skills.
—Free to participate
—No referral needed
—Broadbeach Waters, Gold Coast location
—Receive a thank you voucher and bounty bag for your time.

Register now via https://www.aiu.edu.au/free-pregnancy-ultrasound/ or call our friendly team on 07 5526 6655.

We’re inviting pregnant women to join us for a supervised scanning session and help doctors learn how to safely perform pregnancy ultrasound. These appointments are free, friendly, and held at our Gold Coast centre.

18/03/2026

📣 Calling all sonographers!

Join our Sonographer and Educator Katherine, and Director of Education Claire, at the Australasian Sonographers Association's ASA2026 for a hands-on pre-conference workshop focused on IV cannulation and ultrasound-guided MSK injections.

Created by sonographers, for sonographers, this immersive session is one you won’t want to miss.

Learn more and secure your spot via the ASA link below.

18/03/2026

We’re inviting pregnant volunteers to take part in upcoming ultrasound training sessions at AIU.

Enjoy a relaxed scan where you can see your baby in a supportive and welcoming environment, whilst also contributing to medical education in a meaningful way.

As a thank you for your time, all pregnant volunteers will receive a voucher and a bounty bag filled with goodies for you and your baby.

If you would like to be involved, we’d love to hear from you! Register your interest today https://www.aiu.edu.au/free-pregnancy-ultrasound/

05/03/2026

Looking for a meaningful way to give back? Volunteer with AIU and help doctors learn ultrasound in a hands-on teaching environment.

Our scanning sessions are safe, supervised and friendly. No prior experience is needed, and we welcome volunteers of all ages.

What to expect:
—Located in Broadbeach Waters, on-site parking available
—Sessions guided by our sonographers and clinical tutors
—Scans are for teaching only and are not medical check-ups
—Light refreshments and a relaxed, social environment

Come for the scan, stay for a cuppa and a chat. Register your interest today: https://www.aiu.edu.au/ultrasound-volunteer/

24/02/2026

Did you know that AIU can come to you?

Recently our sonographers Renee and Craig wrapped up a three day Advanced Emergency Nerve Block Ultrasound Course in Darwin.

Contact us today to learn more about our off-site delivery options for group bookings and other tailored courses https://www.aiu.edu.au/contact-us/

27/01/2026

Calling all mums-to-be! We’re inviting pregnant women to join us for a complimentary pregnancy ultrasound.

Offering a unique opportunity to see your baby, these supervised scanning sessions also assist with training doctors in ultrasound.

Important information:
—Volunteers must be between 7-36 weeks gestation.
—Appointments are held in-person at our Broadbeach, Gold Coast location.
—No doctor referral required.
—Support people and partners welcome.
—These scans are not medical check-ups and don’t replace your regular pregnancy care.

Plus, all of our pregnant volunteers will receive complimentary bounty bags and a voucher.

Register your interest today https://www.aiu.edu.au/free-pregnancy-ultrasound/

23/01/2026

Planning your 2026 training? Focus on strengthening your diagnostic and clinical capabilities with our upcoming ultrasound courses.

With flexible options for those of all skill levels, gain confidence in ultrasound scanning techniques through small group learning led by our expert faculty of sonographers and clinicians.

Explore our 2026 course calendar and secure your place today: https://www.aiu.edu.au/calendar/

21/01/2026

Attention Parents! Monday 23rd to Friday 27th February marks our first Paediatric Ultrasound Course of 2026, and we're looking for children aged between 2-14 years to assist with training our doctors in Paediatric Ultrasound.

Important information:
—$20 gift card per session
—A fun, hands-on experience for curious minds
—Interactive activities that make learning exciting
—Parental supervision required
—Located in Broadbeach Waters

Led by expert Paediatricians, each scan lasts just 1 hour, with multiple sessions available to suit your schedule.

Call 07 5526 6655 or visit https://www.aiu.edu.au/paediatric-volunteer/ to book.

19/12/2025

A friendly reminder that we are now closed for the remainder of the year, reopening for our first course of 2026 on Monday 5 January.

Although the office may be closed, our website remains open for course and volunteer registrations.

AIU would like to wish all of our clients, volunteers, partners and staff a safe and festive holiday season. We look forward to seeing you again in the new year.

19/11/2025

Every week, expectant mums visit AIU to help doctors learn essential ultrasound skills. These sessions are warm, welcoming, and fully supervised — and volunteers often return, telling us they love the chance to see their baby again.

If you're pregnant between 7–36 weeks, we’d love to welcome you for a complimentary scan, bounty bag and thank-you voucher. We have limited places remaining for the rest of the year, register your interest today via https://www.aiu.edu.au/free-pregnancy-ultrasound/ or call our friendly team on 07 5526 6655

11/11/2025

Volunteer Lettie visited AIU to take part in one of our pregnancy ultrasound sessions. Our non-diagnostic supervised scans are a great way for parents-to-be to see their baby, and support doctors with their ultrasound training.

Pregnancy ultrasound volunteers will also receive a complimentary bounty bag filled with goodies for both them and their baby.

Visit https://www.aiu.edu.au/free-pregnancy-ultrasound/ to register your interest, or call 07 5526 6655 to speak to one of our friendly staff members.