Cardiovascular Technology–Invasive Technologist - A.A.S. Degree (Career)
APPLICATION CODE 114
For curriculum information, contact the Health Sciences Division—Room HS-236—443-518-1560.
This area of study prepares students to enter the allied health career field of cardiovascular technology to gather data and perform various cardiac and/or vascular diagnostic tests and procedures under the direction of a physician. The invasive technologist may be found in cardiac catheterization, blood gas, and electrophysiology laboratories. Working in the cardiac catheterization laboratory, operating area, and/or electrophysiology laboratory, the technologist utilizes x-ray and monitoring equipment in performing invasive diagnostic tests to determine the condition of the patient’s heart. New therapeutic steps may be taken to treat an existing condition during the catheterization procedure. The program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Cardiovascular Technology, 1449 Hill Street, Whitinsville, MA 01588-1032, 978-456-5594, http://www.jrccvt.org. Graduates may apply to take the national certification examination to become a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS).
Suggested Summer Term
Suggested Semester 1
Suggested Semester 2
| CARD 120 | Rhythm Analysis and 12-lead ECG | 2 |
| CARD 121 | Cardiovascular Assessment Skills Lab | 3 |
| CARD 122 | Cardiac Anatomy and Pathophysiology | 3 |
| SOCI 101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
Suggested Summer Term
Suggested Semester 3
| CARD 201 | Cardiovascular Pharmacology | 2 |
| CARD 220 | Cardiovascular Procedures | 2 |
| CARD 221 | Diagnostic and Interventional Procedures | 8 |
| SPCH 101 | Introduction to Human Communication | 3 |
| | OR | |
| SPCH 105 | Fundamentals of Public Speaking | 3 |
| | OR | |
| SPCH 110 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
Suggested Winter Term
Suggested Semester 4
| CARD 222 | Advanced Intravascular Interventional Procedures | 4 |
| CARD 261 | Clinical Internship | 4 |
A graduate should be able to
- Provide quality care as a competent and compassionate professional in the dynamic cardiovascular environment.
- Utilize theoretical knowledge and critical thinking as the basis for professional practice.
- Practice responsibly within an ethical and legal realm as a Cardiovascular Professional.
Total Credit Hours: 65
A grade of “C” or better is required in cardiovascular, mathematics, and science courses.
Admission to this area of study is based upon successful completion of BIOL 101 or BIOL 107, and BIOL 203, BIOL 204, PHYS 101, and Mathematics Core. Anatomy and Physiology courses must be completed within five years prior to admission to the first cardiovascular course. BIOL 101 or BIOL 107 and PHYS 101 must be completed within ten years prior to admission. Anatomy and Physiology I and II must be completed within five years prior to beginning CVT course work. Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis.
CARD 121: Students will be expected to participate in four 8-hour days of clinical experience during the semester in addition to scheduled class time. A health form is required.
CARD 231: Students will be assigned to a clinical agency for the month of January, between the third and fourth semesters. Clinical experience is 40 hours per week.
A minimum grade of 80% is required for the following courses: CARD 221, CARD 222 (clinical portion only), CARD 231, and CARD 261.