Cardiovascular Technology

Cardiovascular technology certificate programs prepare students for entry-level.

Cardiovascular technology certificate programs can prepare students for entry-level positions performing non-invasive and invasive cardiovascular testing. Many programs include certification exam preparation.

Essential Information

Cardiovascular technology certificate programs teach skills needed to assist physicians in diagnostic cardiographic procedures. Students in these programs can also learn to diagnose, evaluate, and treat patients with cardiac diseases. They usually study anatomy of the heart as well as medical terminology and the use of medical equipment.

Program Levels in Cardiovascular Technology: Certificate

Prerequisites: High school diploma or equivalent

Program Length: 1 year

Other Requirements: Clinical practices

Program Coursework

Physiology, lab assisting, and EKG test analysis are areas that might be covered in a cardiovascular technology certificate program. Students may also prepare to take certification exams, such as the Electrocardiograph Technician exam administered by the American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians (ASPT). Other than the cardiac cycle, some specific courses in these programs might include:

Legal aspects of patient care

Echocardiology

Sinus rhythm/bradycardis/tachycardia

Respiratory therapy

Fundamentals of healthcare

Life support