Cardiovascular Technology

Keeping your heart healthy. 
 
Cardiovascular technology focuses on heart (cardiac) and blood vessel (peripheral vascular) issues. The cardiovascular technologist assists physicians in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel ailments.  
 
Students in our program are educated in the theoretical concepts and clinical application of a broad spectrum of courses and techniques, including Cardiovascular Anatomy and Physiology, Physical Principles of Medicine, Medical Instrumentation/Electronics, and Clinical Practicum. 
 
Duration 
The Cardiovascular Technology Program at Grossmont College is a two-year course of study and requires a six-week summer session between the first and second years of study, leading to an Associate in Science Degree. Graduates enter the health care profession as Cardiovascular Technologists. 
 
For more information, please visit our department webpage:  Cardiovascular Technology 
 
Each academic plan below represents one possible pathway for the program and is for reference only. We highly encourage you to meet with a counselor to create an education plan specific to your goals!  

 

Sample Academic Plan

Major Course Class Title Requirement Units Semester GE Pattern Options Milestones

Note: This is not an educational plan. Pathways for transfer to CSUs (California State Universities) can vary by institution. Students should meet with a Counselor to develop an individualized plan for your academic goal. 

 


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Want to learn more about the kinds of job opportunities you'd have after completing this program? Click through the profiles below to see the different careers this major leads to, the specific skills employers are looking for, and your potential salary in that career. You can even browse current, local job openings in that field! If you're not sure what career might be for you, click here to take a survey that can help you connect your interests with specific career opportunities.  


 

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