Join us in Colorado Springs, Colorado September 1–3, 2026
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She learned so much and she has recommended that our future medical team will attend this training for ultrasound.
She said it was comprehensive and LOVED the spiritual component to the training, which provides life-long networking.
Thank you so much for all you do!”
- LAUC Attendee, Fall 2025
While there are various ultrasound trainings available for nurses and sonographers who work within the pregnancy help movement, Heartbeat International has championed a new form of training that connects the technical needs and the spiritual needs for those working in pregnancy help. The training is held in two parts: First, students complete an online ultrasound training* through Heartbeat International’s Academy, which meets the Association of Women's Health Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) guidelines for didactic training, as well as completing 25 abdominal and 5-10 transvaginal limited obstetrical scans as a prerequisite** to prepare for the in-person training. Next, students come on-site to participate in an in-person scan lab experience with one-on-one instruction from educators who are also sonographers credentialed in RDMS (OB/GYN) and RNs who have multiple years of experience imaging in Pregnancy Help Clinics.
By combining the technical, practical, and spiritual elements into one pregnancy help medical training, trainees will work toward becoming equipped, qualified, and ready to scan within their center. Looking for training for other Pregnancy Help staff? Click here!
This Clinical will include:
- 50+ Scanning Drills
- Pregnant models of all gestations
- Unique L.O.V.E. Approach Method of imaging the preborn babies
- Competency scanning pathology typically encountered in Limited Obstetric Diagnostic Ultrasound
- First simulation training offered nationally in the Pregnancy Help movement
- Transvaginal instruction on simulation models
- Mastering skills by scanning a simulated ectopic pregnancy
- Image Reviews
- Spiritually focused instructional approach
- Case Studies
- How to introduce a mom to her baby for the very first time
- Skills Evaluations for those completing training
- Supportive team to reinforce your calling
*Heartbeat International will offer 20 Continuing Education Contact Hours for nurses for the didactic portion of training and 12 Continuing Education Contact Hours for nurses for the clinical portion of training. Heartbeat International is an approved provider through the California Board of Nursing, Provider Number 16061.
The focus of the clinical event is on repetition and volume, along with spiritual encouragement and reinforcement of techniques and knowledge gained from the didactic training. The ideal participant is someone who is self-motivated and confident and needs a high volume of scans for training. This event is fast-paced and filled with drills, techniques, and one-on-one instruction from educators who are also sonographers credentialed in RDMS (OB/GYN) and RNs who have multiple years of experience imaging in Pregnancy Help Clinics. Each participant receives a skill evaluation by our instructors; however, Heartbeat International does not certify or credential any medical professional. The final determination of when a nurse can scan in a clinic is made by individual Medical Directors.
Are you concerned about retaining nursing staff after investing in ultrasound training? We understand this may be a concern. That’s why we’ve gathered data from our LAUC training events to help put your mind at ease and show you the lasting impact of this investment:
- Post-event surveys show that 98% of those who attended LAUC continue to work in pregnancy help.
- After one year, 93% of attendees have continued in their clinic roles.
The L.O.V.E. Approach Ultrasound Clinical includes:
20 hours of didactic training
20 CEUs and
24 hours of clinical training
12 CEUs
for a total of 32 CEUs.
Pre-Training Preparation
- You must complete the didactic portion of Heartbeat's Online Ultrasound Training. You will not be permitted to scan without having met this requirement. You should be automatically enrolled in the didactic training within one business day and will receive an email to complete the training at www.HeartbeatAcademy.org. If the registered attendee has not received an email from Heartbeat International within 36 business hours of the registration, please let us know immediately.
- In order to get the most out of your time with us, you must complete 25 abdominal and 5-10 transvaginal limited obstetrical scans before arriving at the training site.
**Nurses attending the LOVE Approach Ultrasound Clinical have found many ways to obtain the prerequisite of 25 abdominal and 5-10 transvaginal limited obstetrical scans. Here are a few ways to fulfill this requirement.
- Scan with another clinic. Here is a locator to find nearby pregnancy help organizations.
- Offer a scanning day to scan clients who have been scanned previously with a sonographer or a trained nurse.
- Scan some women who are not pregnant, such as coworkers or friends, to image female anatomy and become acquainted with the function of an ultrasound system.
- Contact a local OB office for possible assistance with training scans.
Registration Information
***Your registration does not include your lodging.***
The training will take place a t Focus on the Family, located at 8605 Explorer Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80920
Recommended Lodging: Homewood Suites | 9130 Explorer Drive | Colorado Springs, CO 80920
Your registration package includes:
- The LOVE Approach Ultrasound Clinical, including prerequisite Online Ultrasound Didactic Training
- Meals:
Lunch meals will be hosted at the training facility. Please note that we will do what we can to assist you in your dietary needs, but we encourage you to come prepared to supplement your personal specific dietary needs. There may be an additional charge for specific dietary meals, i.e., gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian, vegan, etc.
LAUC in Colorado Springs, CO Pricing & Timetable
Register early to lock in the best rate! Price includes prerequisite online didactic training, on-site clinical, and AM/PM breaks and Lunch Tues-Thurs. (Lodging is not included in your registration.)
| Tier | Affiliate | Non-Affiliate | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Bird | $1,950 | $2,200 | August 3, 2026 11:59 PM ET |
| Regular | $2,200 | $3,350 | August 17, 2026 11:59 PM ET |
We recommend that you wait to book airline reservations until your LAUC registration has been confirmed, as these trainings tend to fill up quickly.
Training Schedule
- Monday: Travel day.
- Tuesday-Thursday: Includes all-day sessions, typically 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. We will end by 4:00 p.m. Thursday to allow for travel home.
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