In Washington state, Spokane Community College is home to more than 6,000 students, according to the college website. For acceptance in the school's associate program in invasive cardiovascular technology, students must first complete courses in biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics and English. All students must also carry health and malpractice insurance and hold CPR certification. The program takes two years to complete, with the second year focused on clinical experience at hospitals and clinics throughout the Spokane area.
Spokane Community College
1810 North Greene St.
Spokane, WA 99217
509-533-7000
ccs.spokane.edu
The Roman Catholic Church established Molloy College in Rockville Centre, New York, in 1955. The school has more than 2,900 undergraduate students. The invasive cardiovascular technology program at Molloy results in an associate of applied science degree and requires two years of full time study to complete. Admission requires a drug test and criminal background check. All students in the program must acquire and maintain CPR certification and participate in weekly laboratory sessions. Clinical rotations occur throughout the program at various hospitals and clinics on Long Island.
Molloy College
1000 Hempstead Ave.
Rockville Centre, NY 11571
888-466-5569
molloy.edu
Established in 1964, Polk State College is approximately 50 miles east of Tampa in the town of Winter Haven, Florida. The school is home to about 10,000 degree-seeking students, and grants an associate degree in cardiovascular technology. To enter the program, students must first take two courses in anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, English and algebra. They also must attain CPR certification and undergo a drug screening and background check. The college offers jobs placement assistance for all graduates.
Polk State College
999 Avenue H Northeast
Winter Haven, FL 33881
863-297-1000
polk.edu?
Located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Southeast Technical Institute is home to more than 2,200 students. The school's associate of applied science degree program in invasive cardiovascular technology requires a drug test and background check. Students spend seven months of the 24-month program in clinical work at medical centers. In addition to the standard scientific courses, cardiovascular technology students take classes in psychology, speech and sociology. The job placement program helps students find part-time work while still in school, and permanent employment after graduation.
Southeast Technical Institute
2320 North Career Place
Sioux Falls, SD 57107
800-247-0789
southeasttech.edu