Enroll in the Cardiovascular Technology Degree Program

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The Associate of Applied Science in Cardiovascular Technology (CVT) is programmatically accredited by CAAHEP for the adult echocardiography concentration. This program prepares students to become entry-level cardiovascular technologists. Graduates will be able to find employment in hospitals, diagnostic imaging centers, and other healthcare related facilities.

Students will learn to perform cardiac and vascular examinations utilizing ultrasound equipment. During these examinations students will learn to locate, evaluate, and record critical, functional, pathological, and anatomical data. Upon completion of the program, graduates will be proficient in non-invasive cardiac sonography and peripheral vascular sonography. CVT graduates will demonstrate behaviors consistent with professional standards and will meet employer expectations for an entry-level position.

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Program Overview

Cardiovascular technology students will learn to diagnose problems with the heart and blood vessels by measuring, analyzing, and imaging the heart and circulatory system. In addition to extensive hands-on training, students in this program will complete 800 clinical hours in a real work environment.

Program Length	24 months
Total Credit Hours	66 credits hours
Clinical Internship Hours	800 hours

The Cardiovascular Technology program can be completed in as little as 24 months.

Accreditations

The Associate of Applied Science in Cardiovascular Technology is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).

AIMS Education is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).

Career Outlook

Salary range in NJ is $65,560 to $105,390
8% projected job growth in NJ from 2020 to 2030
Job opportunities in hospitals, imaging centers, and cardiologists' offices

* Salary and job outlook information come from Projections Central and the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2022). Employment outcomes are not guaranteed.

Employment Opportunities

The majority of employment opportunities for cardiovascular sonographers exist in hospitals, imaging centers, and physicians’ clinics.

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