Accreditation
Simplified.
The only platform built specifically for echo lab accreditation — combining an interactive IAC standards navigator with a complete QA/QI documentation suite. From readiness checklist to submission-ready evidence, in one place.
Accreditation Navigator™
Your interactive guide to the IAC Standards. Know exactly what is required, track your readiness section by section, and walk into your accreditation survey with confidence.
Based on the IAC Standards
Fully mapped IAC requirements for Adult TTE, Adult TEE, Stress Echo, Pediatric TTE, Pediatric TEE, Fetal Echo, and PeriOp TEE — no PDF hunting required.
Interactive Readiness Checklist
Check off each standard as you meet it. Per-tab readiness scores and an overall progress bar show exactly where you stand before submission day.
7 Accreditation Types Covered
Switch between accreditation types with one click. Each filter loads the precise standards for that modality — Equipment, Facility, Medical Director, Technical Staff, CME, Case Studies, and more.
Section-by-Section Guidance
Every standard is broken into actionable sections with plain-language descriptions, so your team knows exactly what documentation and processes to have in place.
Progress Saved Per User
Checklist state is saved to your account. Come back any time — your readiness progress is always where you left it.
Included with Premium
Accreditation Navigator™ is included at no extra cost with your iHeartEcho™ Premium subscription. One subscription, full clinical suite.
Accreditation Navigator™ is included with iHeartEcho™ Premium
One Premium subscription unlocks the full clinical suite — EchoAssist™, SoundBytes™, Case Library, Daily Challenge, ScanCoach™, and Accreditation Navigator™.
DIY Accreditation™ Tool
The complete QA/QI documentation platform for echo labs pursuing IAC accreditation. Peer reviews, image quality scoring, policy management, case studies, and analytics — all in one place, all submission-ready.
Image Quality Review (IQR)
Score sonographer studies on image quality, protocol adherence, and report accuracy. Generate printable IQR forms and track trends over time.
Sonographer Peer Review
Structured peer review workflow for sonographers — assign reviewers, capture scores, and maintain a complete audit trail for accreditation submissions.
Physician Peer Review
Physician-level review with image quality, report accuracy, and technical adherence scoring. Weighted quality scores calculated automatically.
Echo Correlations
Track echo-to-cath, echo-to-surgery, and echo-to-CT correlations. Identify discordance patterns and document findings for IAC case study requirements.
Appropriate Use Criteria (AUC)
Monitor appropriate use across your lab. Flag rarely-appropriate studies, track trends, and generate AUC compliance reports.
Policy Builder
Generate, store, and manage all required lab policies — infection control, equipment maintenance, protocol adherence, and more — in one organised library.
Case Study Submission
Submit and track IAC case study requirements directly in the platform. Case mix tracking ensures you meet volume and diversity thresholds.
Reports & Analytics
Comprehensive lab analytics dashboard — quality score trends, peer review completion rates, AUC compliance, and staff performance over time.
Readiness Dashboard
A single-screen readiness view that aggregates your QA/QI data against IAC requirements — so you always know your accreditation readiness score.
Quality Meetings Log
Document and archive quality improvement meeting minutes, action items, and outcomes to satisfy IAC meeting documentation requirements.
Multi-Seat Lab Management
Invite Lab Admins and members, manage seat allocations, and control access levels — from a solo practitioner to a multi-site enterprise lab.
Organisation Settings & Branding
Configure your lab's name, accreditation type, and org settings. SuperAdmin controls billing, seats, and member access from one dashboard.
DIY Accreditation™ Plans
Choose the plan that fits your lab size. All plans include the full DIY Accreditation™ Tool and full iHeartEcho™ app access for Lab Admins.
Accreditation Starter
Begin your accreditation journey
Accreditation Professional
Structured QA/QI for growing labs
Accreditation Advanced
Multi-site & large lab solution
Accreditation Partner
Unlimited seats + expert guidance
Which Tool Do You Need?
Both tools are designed to work together — but each serves a distinct purpose in your accreditation journey.
Accreditation Navigator™
Included with Premium- Know what IAC requires for each accreditation type
- Track your readiness section by section
- Understand documentation requirements before you start
- Reference standards during your preparation process
- Ideal for individuals and teams preparing for accreditation
DIY Accreditation™ Tool
Lab Subscription- Perform and document peer reviews and image quality reviews
- Build and store all required lab policies
- Submit and track IAC case studies and case mix
- Monitor appropriate use criteria compliance
- Generate submission-ready reports and analytics
- Manage your entire lab team with multi-seat access
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Accreditation Navigator™ and the DIY Accreditation™ Tool?
Is Accreditation Navigator™ included with my Premium subscription?
Do I need both tools?
Which accreditation types are supported?
Can multiple people in my lab use the DIY Accreditation™ Tool?
Do Lab Admins get access to the full iHeartEcho™ app?
Your accreditation journey
starts today.
Whether you are preparing for your first IAC survey or maintaining an existing accreditation, iHeartEcho™ has the tools to get you there — confidently and efficiently.
iHeartEcho™ is an educational and clinical decision support platform. Accreditation Navigator™ and DIY Accreditation™ are tools to assist in preparation — accreditation decisions are made solely by the relevant accrediting body.