Career Opportunities
The Cardiovascular Technology Program prepares students for employment in cardiac catheterization labs, electrophysiology labs, open heart surgical suites and cardiac research facilities.
*Current CPR, AHA Healthcare Provider, required *Preference will be given to students who have completed all acceptance AND general education requirements. *Applicants must be vaccinated against Hepatitis B or sign a release form. HBV series must be completed prior to students starting the Spring semester of the 2nd year. *Math score may be required-see Advisor for additional details
*NOTE: MOST CLINICAL SITES ARE LOCATED IN THE FIVE STATE AREA. ADDITIONAL SITES IN OTHER STATES MAY ALSO BE AVAILABLE.
Acceptance Requirements (2.5 Cumulative GPA required and no less than 2.0 GPA per each class below)
| Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HLTH1440 | Medical Terminology | 1 Credits |
| BLGY2310 | Human Anatomy/Physiology I | 4 Credits |
| MnTC Goal Area 1 | Communications Oral (CMST) | 3 Credits |
Technical Studies Semester I
Technical Studies Semester II
Technical Studies Semester III
Technical Studies Semester IV
| Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ICVT2450 | Applied Clinical Internship | 13 Credits |
General Education - MinnState policy requires AAS degrees to contain at least 15 MnTC credits in at least 3 different Goal Areas
| Number | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BLGY2320 | Human Anatomy/Physiology II | 4 Credits |
| MnTC Goal Area 1 | Communications - Written recommend ENGL 1312 or 1303 | 3 Credits |
| MnTC Goal Area 4 | Select from MATH 1331,1351 or 1360 | 3 Credits |