Cardiovascular Technology/Technologist

The Cardiovascular Technology/Technologist certificate program at Riverside College of Health Careers is a one-to-two-year certificate at this private nonprofit institution in Newport News, VA. Classified under CIP code 51.0901 in the allied health diagnostic and treatment professions field, this program prepares students to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiac and vascular conditions.

Riverside College of Health Careers focuses exclusively on health professions education and offers several related programs. These include Surgical Technology/Technologist, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse at both certificate and associate degree levels, Physical Therapy Assistant, and Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer. Students in the cardiovascular technology program can expect training in diagnostic imaging procedures, patient monitoring, and cardiac catheterization laboratory support, preparing them for roles in hospital cardiology departments and vascular labs.