Bachelor's degree: Most medical schools require a bachelor's degree. Typical majors include science-related fields such as biology, chemistry, or physics. It typically takes four years to complete a bachelor's degree.
Medical school: Medical school typically takes four years to complete. During medical school, you will learn about the human body, diseases, and how to diagnose and treat them. You will also learn about cardiology, the branch of medicine that deals with the heart and blood vessels.
Residency: After medical school, you must complete a residency in internal medicine. Residency programs typically last three years. During residency, you will work under the supervision of experienced cardiologists and learn how to diagnose and treat heart diseases.
Fellowship: After completing residency, you may choose to complete a fellowship in cardiology. Fellowship programs typically last two to three years. During fellowship, you will receive specialized training in cardiology and learn how to perform advanced procedures, such as angioplasty and stent placement.
The total number of credits you need to study cardiology will vary depending on your undergraduate and medical school curricula.