TMS Intensive Training Course
Learn from the experts who pioneered academic TMS
Comprehensive TMS Training
UCLA's TMS Intensive Training Course is a multi-day program designed to give healthcare providers the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to deliver safe, effective TMS treatment. Taught by the physicians who lead one of the country's largest academic TMS programs, this course combines didactic instruction with practical, hands-on experience using actual TMS equipment.
Whether you are starting a new TMS practice or looking to refine your existing protocols, this course provides the foundation you need to deliver expert-level care.
Next Course Dates
For information about upcoming course dates, registration, and fees, please contact our team.
Phone: (310) 825-7471
Email: UCLATMS@mednet.ucla.edu
Inquire About the CourseWho Should Attend
This course is designed for licensed healthcare professionals who want to learn or improve their TMS practice.
Psychiatrists
Board-certified or board-eligible psychiatrists looking to add TMS to their treatment offerings or expand their expertise in neuromodulation.
Neurologists
Neurologists interested in therapeutic applications of TMS for psychiatric and neurological conditions.
Advanced Practice Providers
Nurse practitioners and physician assistants working in psychiatric or neurological settings who will be involved in TMS treatment delivery.
Clinical Researchers
Researchers conducting or planning clinical trials involving TMS who need practical training in treatment delivery and safety protocols.
What You'll Learn
A comprehensive curriculum covering every aspect of TMS practice.
TMS Physics and Safety
Understand the principles of electromagnetic induction, coil types, stimulation parameters, and the safety profile of TMS including contraindications and seizure risk management.
Patient Evaluation
Learn how to assess patients for TMS candidacy, including diagnostic criteria, medication history review, contraindication screening, and treatment planning.
Motor Threshold Determination
Hands-on training in motor threshold (MT) finding techniques, including hotspot localization and titration methods for accurate dosing.
Treatment Protocols
Detailed review of FDA-cleared protocols for depression and OCD, plus emerging protocols for pain, tinnitus, and accelerated TMS schedules.
Managing Side Effects
Practical strategies for managing common side effects such as scalp discomfort and headache, as well as protocols for rare adverse events.
Billing and Coding
Guidance on CPT codes, insurance pre-authorization procedures, documentation requirements, and strategies for building a financially sustainable TMS practice.
Why Train at UCLA
Hands-On Training
Practice with actual TMS equipment under expert supervision
Expert Faculty
Learn from physicians leading one of the nation's top TMS programs
Small Class Sizes
Personalized attention and ample opportunity for questions
Register for the Next Course
To learn more about upcoming course dates, registration details, and pricing, please contact us at (310) 825-7471 or email UCLATMS@mednet.ucla.edu. We look forward to training the next generation of neuromodulation experts.