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Accelerated Cardiovascular Program for Hospital Trainees - Certificate (Career)

APPLICATION CODE 134

For curriculum information, contact the Division of Health and Sciences—Room KHH-304—443-518-1560.

This certificate prepares students to meet the theoretical, technical, and clinical responsibilities associated with the cardiovascular field. Enrollment is restricted to individuals currently employed at one of Howard Community College’s affiliated hospital partners participating in the CVT Apprenticeship Program. The clinical environment combines innovative procedures and state-of-the-art equipment, providing the opportunity to collaborate with healthcare professionals in performing cardiovascular diagnostic and interventional therapies. Graduates may apply to take the national certification examination to become a Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS).

Prerequisites

Course NumberTitleCredits
BIOL 101General Biology

4
OR
BIOL 107/107LFundamentals of Microbiology

4
BIOL 203/203LAnatomy and Physiology I

4
BIOL 204/204LAnatomy and Physiology II

4
ENGL 121College Composition

3

All Biology courses must be completed within 10 years.

Suggested Semester 1 Spring

Course NumberTitleCredits
CARD 120Rhythm Analysis and 12-lead ECG

2
CARD 121Cardiovascular Assessment Skills Lab

3
CARD 122Cardiac Anatomy and Pathophysiology

3
CARD 123Hemodynamics

3

Suggested Semester 2 Summer

Course NumberTitleCredits
CARD 124X-Ray Theory for Cardiovascular Technology

3
CARD 201Cardiovascular Pharmacology

2
CARD 261Clinical Practicum II

7

Suggested Semester 3 Fall

Course NumberTitleCredits
CARD 220Cardiovascular Procedures

2
CARD 221Diagnostic and Interventional Procedures

5
CARD 223Registry Exam Preparation

2
CARD 231Clinical Practicum I

3

Suggested Semester 4 Winter

Course NumberTitleCredits
CARD 222Advanced Intravascular Interventional Procedures

2

A graduate should be able to

  1. Demonstrate adherence to the JRC-CVT standards providing evidence-based patient care as a competent cardiovascular professional within the invasive cardiovascular laboratory environment.
  2. Apply theoretical knowledge and critical-thinking skills to interpret and evaluate diagnostic results.
  3. Assist in the planning and performance of invasive cardiovascular procedures, demonstrating sound clinical judgment in patient care.
  4. Recognize ethical issues, identify core beliefs, and apply alternative ethical perspectives in relation to cardiovascular care.