Interventional Cardiac and Vascular Technology - Cardiac

Curriculum Description

The Interventional Cardiac and Vascular Technology curriculum provides individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to qualify as an entry-level Intervention Cardiac and Vascular Specialist.

Course work will include radiographic physics, radiation protection, patient care, ECG, pharmacology, anatomy and pathology.  Clinical rotations will provide experiences with advanced radiographic imaging equipment and medications used to visualize human vasculature and organs.

Graduates should qualify for eligibility to apply for and take the Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) exam given by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI). 

This certificate is intended for individuals who are employed in a Cardiac Cath Lab and have graduated from an approved accredited program and earned an Associate Degree or higher in Nursing, Paramedic, Respiratory Therapy, or Radiography; or graduates who have earned Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology.

The following represents one way in which the certificate can be completed. Students who aren’t able to follow the recommended curriculum model below should consult their academic advisor to be sure that they take courses in the best order for their success.

Certificate

C45410C REVISED
NC CIP: 51.0901
Online
POS Approved: Fall 2014

Fall Semester

Spring Semester

Total Credit Hours: 16

Additional Information

This certificate is intended for individuals who are employed in a Cardiac Cath Lab and have graduated from an approved accredited program and earned an Associate Degree or higher in Nursing, Paramedic, Respiratory Therapy, or Radiography; or graduates who have earned Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology. Current licensure/registry must be in good standing, and applicants must meet the minimum admission requirements (MAR). The academic plan will be determined on an individual basis and will be based on previous academic and clinical work as well as anticipated career goals. Additional information can be obtained from a Forsyth Tech Admissions Counselor.

Radiologic Technologists who have graduated within 5 years of acceptance into the ICVT Cardiac Certificate Program will be issued transfer credit for ICV 112.

Radiologic Technologists who have graduated within 5 years of acceptance into the ICVT Cardiac Certificate Program will be offered the opportunity to take the Proficiency Exam  in order to opt out of ICV 212.

Licensed Paramedics and Respiratory Therapists who have graduated within 5 years of acceptance into the ICVT program will be issued transfer credit for ICV 111.

Licensed Nurses who have graduated within 5 years of acceptance into the ICVT program will be issued transfer credit for ICV 216.

Additional admissions requirements: (Must provide proof of)

1. Overall GPA of 2.8 for acceptance into program.
2. Graduation from an eligible program (B.S. Biology/Electrophysiology, Echo, Emergency Medical Technician/Paramedic, Radiology, Respiratory Therapy, Registered Nursing, Nuclear Medicine)
3. Secured employment in a cardiovascular interventional lab.
4. Letter of recommendation from department manager to include the number and types of exams performed per year in the department.

Program Information
The Interventional Cardiac and Vascular Technology – Cardiac certificate accepts graduates who have completed a Bachelor of Science degree or any of the following accredited degree health programs: ECHO Cardiography, Emergency Medical Technician/Paramedic, Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, Respiratory Therapy or Nursing (RN).

This program admits students in the fall semester only. The application deadline is June 30.