The ACCS (Advanced Cardiac Credentialing Specialist) is a CCI advanced-level credential recognizing cardiac sonographers with expertise in advanced echocardiographic techniques including 3D echocardiography, strain imaging, transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), and advanced hemodynamic assessment. It is designed for experienced cardiac sonographers seeking to demonstrate mastery beyond the entry-level RCS/RDCS level.
Examination: The ACCS examination covers advanced cardiac imaging modalities, strain and tissue Doppler imaging, 3D echo acquisition and analysis, hemodynamic calculations, and multimodality imaging integration. Candidates must hold an existing cardiac sonography credential and meet advanced clinical experience requirements.
Distinguished from: ACS (CCI’s Advanced Cardiac Sonographer credential, similar scope) — both are advanced-level CCI cardiac credentials