Master of Science Cardiovascular Perfusion
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-08-01 | - |
| 2025-01-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Master of Science in Cardiovascular Perfusion program is a 21-month graduate program that trains students to become perfusionists, healthcare professionals who operate extracorporeal circulation equipment during open-heart surgery and other medical procedures. The program is accredited by CAAHEP and is the only accredited perfusion program in Michigan. Graduates are prepared for careers as perfusionists in various healthcare settings, with a high job outlook and an average salary of $142,826.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Master of Science in Cardiovascular Perfusion (MSCVP) program is a 21-month graduate program designed to train students to become perfusionists, who are healthcare professionals trained to operate extracorporeal circulation equipment, such as heart-lung machines, during open-heart surgery and other medical procedures. The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and is the only accredited perfusion program in the State of Michigan.
Objectives:
The MSCVP program has the following objectives: To prepare students to become competent and compassionate perfusionists who can provide high-quality patient care To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of perfusion To develop students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills To prepare students for success in the field of cardiovascular perfusion
Program Description:
The MSCVP program is a full-time, two-year program that includes classroom instruction, laboratory experiences, and clinical rotations. Students will learn about the following topics:
- Anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system
- Principles of perfusion
- Perfusion equipment and technology
- Clinical applications of perfusion
- Patient management
- Ethical and legal issues in perfusion
Outline:
Year 1
- Fall Semester
- Anatomy and Physiology of the Cardiovascular System
- Principles of Perfusion
- Perfusion Equipment and Technology
- Clinical Applications of Perfusion
- Spring Semester
- Patient Management
- Advanced Perfusion Techniques
- Research Methods
- Summer Semester
- Clinical Rotation
Year 2
- Fall Semester
- Clinical Rotation
- Spring Semester
- Clinical Rotation
Assessment:
Students in the MSCVP program are assessed through a variety of methods, including:
- Written exams
- Practical exams
- Clinical evaluations
- Research projects
Teaching:
The MSCVP program is taught by a team of experienced perfusionists and other healthcare professionals. The faculty are committed to providing students with a high-quality education and preparing them for success in the field of cardiovascular perfusion.
Careers:
Graduates of the MSCVP program are prepared for careers as perfusionists in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and research institutions. Perfusionists are in high demand, and the job outlook is expected to be excellent in the coming years. According to Salary.com, the average salary for a perfusionist is $142,826.
