Program Overview
The CVT: Invasive Cardiovascular Technology program at HACC prepares students to become Invasive Cardiovascular Technologists, specializing in cardiac catheterization laboratories. The program provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures on patients with heart disease. Graduates are qualified to work in hospitals and other healthcare settings, and may pursue further education to become Cardiovascular Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The CVT: Invasive Cardiovascular Technology program at HACC prepares students to become Invasive Cardiovascular Technologists, specializing in cardiac catheterization laboratories. The program provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures on patients with heart disease.
Objectives:
- Prepare competent entry-level cardiovascular technologists in the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective learning domains for invasive cardiovascular technology.
- Provide students with the knowledge of anatomy, pathology, physiology, and technical methods required for entry-level invasive cardiovascular specialists.
- Develop problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical abilities in students.
- Instill professional and ethical characteristics of a healthcare provider in students.
- Enhance effective communication skills in students.
- Emphasize the importance of professional growth, continuing education, and professional certification.
- Provide students with the knowledge and skills required of an entry-level invasive cardiovascular specialist.
Outline:
Course Schedule:
The program consists of 70 credit hours, which include general education courses and major-specific courses. The major-specific courses cover topics such as:
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Cardiovascular Pathophysiology
- Invasive Cardiovascular Procedures
- Catheterization Techniques
- Hemodynamics
- Electrophysiology
- Cardiovascular Pharmacology
- Patient Care
- Ethics in Healthcare
Assessment:
Students are assessed through a variety of methods, including:
- Quizzes
- Exams
- Projects
- Presentations
- Clinical rotations
Teaching:
The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty who are dedicated to providing students with a high-quality education. The faculty use a variety of teaching methods, including:
- Lectures
- Discussions
- Hands-on training
- Simulation labs
Careers:
Graduates of the CVT: Invasive Cardiovascular Technology program are qualified to work as Invasive Cardiovascular Technologists in hospitals and other healthcare settings. They may also pursue further education to become Cardiovascular Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants.