Reflecting on my experience as a trainee sonographer in Obstetric and Gynaecology ultrasound, I can safely say it was a rewarding yet challenging experience. Along with undertaking the academic workload of a PG cert, you are also learning an entirely new skill in the role of scanning patients. This was most notable when learning to scan obstetric patients, which requires a lot of patience, both when performing the scan and communicating with patients. Learning to perform any scan in obstetrics requires a great deal of concentration and effort. This was probably the most challenging aspect of the course, as it is both mentally and physically tiring. This however was an area where I learnt the most from sonographers, who were incredibly patient and generous with their time by demonstrating to me the skills required for each scan and improving my knowledge of pathology. In terms of gynaecology ultrasound, a lot of care and tact is also involved when communicating with patients in order