Cardiovascular Technology

Cardiovascular Technology

Cardiovascular technologists train to work alongside cardiologists, conducting tests on cardiovascular and pulmonary systems for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. 

A rewarding career, these professionals work in hospitals, physicians' offices, and outpatient care centers, as well as medical and diagnostic labs and specialty hospitals.

This program is offered partially online with clinicals in local health facilities through a partnership with the EPiC (Educational Programs in Collaboration) program.

• About the Cardiovascular Technology Degree

  Cardiovascular technology is a fast-growing field. In fact. it's rated #43 of the Best Health Care Jobs by U.S. News. In addition to a firm grasp on their craft, these professionals need to have a good bedside manner with patients and be able to stay on their feet most of the day. They may also have to help patients who are unable to move easily, get around while they are being tested. This program will equip you with all the skills and knowledge you need to excel in the field and enjoy a steady career. 

  After completing pre-reqs and being accepted into the EPiC cardiovascular technology program, you’ll begin with an orientation to patient care, cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, diagnostic and lab procedures, and hemodynamics. You’ll also learn cardiovascular interventional procedures, radiation physics and pharmacology, and more.

  During the second semester of the program, you’ll be placed in clinical sites where you will gain experience working in cardiovascular labs and testing facilities and applying the principles you’re learning in your courses. 

  You’ll cap off your program with a course designed to prepare you to take your registered cardiovascular invasive specialist exam.

• How the Program Works

  This program is offered in conjunction with the partnership with the Educational Programs in Collaboration (EPiC) program.

  SMC courses may be offered during the day or in the evening. EPiC courses are fully online, with clinicals completed at affiliated health care centers.

  SMC courses are billed at SMC’s tuition rate. EPiC courses are billed at a different rate, which is based on credit hours, not contact hours. There is also a flat rate course fee for each course in the program. In 2025-26, the EPiC program tuition rate is $210 per credit hour plus the flat rate fee per course.

  For more information, contact the Program advisor Jessica Alburtus at 269-782-2176 or jalburtus@swmich.edu.  All courses are eligible for financial aid. 

• Application Information

  Start your pre-requisite courses now so you'll be ready to start the program next summer.

  1. Apply for Admission to SMC
  2. Fill out the free application here
     Select Health Services (AA-Cardiovascular Technology Track) on the application.
  3. Complete Pre-requisite Courses
     Refer to the Cardiovascular Technician Student Packet for more information about pre-requisite courses and admissions information. The packet will be coming soon.
  4. Contact the Program Advisor to Discuss Admission Requirements for the Cardiovascular Technician Program and to answer any questions you might have.
     Email Jessica Alburtus at jalburtus@swmich.edu.
  5. Apply to the Cardiovascular Technician Program
     Application information will also be coming soon.
     
     
     
• Curriculum Guides

  View the curriculum guide for the Associate in Applied Science in Cardiovascular Technology.

• What Can I Do With a Cardiovascular Technology Degree?

  A cardiovascular technologist works in a cardiac cath lab performing complex procedures to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating diseases of the heart and blood vessels. They may specialize in cardiac sonography, vascular sonography, or invasive cardiology.

  In conducting a procedure technicians may explain the procedure to patients, prepare and position them correctly while taking care to accommodate their affliction, operate the equipment, and record the images for physicians to interpret. They may work in hospitals or imaging centers.

  Careers and Salaries

  Career Option	Salary
  Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians:	$66,170

  2023 median pay. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics