Cardiovascular Technology - 728
Overview
Program Highlights
- State-of-the-art-lab facilities.
- Cardiovascular Technology program was accorded a further 6 year accreditation by CMA Conjoint Accreditation Services in October, 2016.
What you'll learn
- The Cardiovascular Technology program outcomes meet the competencies outlined in the Canadian Society of Cardiology Technologists National Competency profile (CSCT NCP). Visit the Canadian Society of Cardiology Technologists to learn more.
- How to perform cardiovascular tests such as electrocardiography, Holter monitoring, exercise stress testing, pacemaker/cardiac device follow-up, ambulatory BP monitoring and ECG event/ loop monitoring.
Program Length
2 academic years
View the Exceptions Calendar for start dates and semester break information.
Important Academic Dates
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Tuition and Fees
Tuition and Fees
2018 - 2019 Domestic Tuition and Fees
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Ancillary Fees | $717.02 | $653.92 | $533.92 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Mandatory Program Fees | $101.00 | $0.00 | $77.00 |
| Domestic Tuition | $1,170.16 | $1,170.16 | $668.66 |
| Total Domestic Charges Per Semester | $1,988.18 | $1,824.08 | $1,279.58 |
| Total 1st Year Fees | $5,091.84 | ||
Above fees based on full-time September program start date. Contact Student Services to confirm fees for other start dates or semesters.
- Awards: Scholarships and Bursaries
OSAP Eligible. Learn about Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).- Full Cost Breakdown
2018 - 2019 International Tuition and Fees
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Tuition & Ancillary Fee | $7,342.97 | $7,342.97 | $7,342.97 |
| Co-op Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Program Compulsory Fee Plus Tax | $101.00 | $0.00 | $77.00 |
| International Tax Recovery | $450.00 | $375.00 | $375.00 |
| Total International Charges Per Semester | $7,893.97 | $7,717.97 | $7,794.97 |
| Total 1st Year Fees | $23,406.91 | ||
- International Scholarships and Bursaries
- OSAP not eligible for International Students
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Additional Information
Admission
Admission
- OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:
- Grade 12 English, C or U or equivalent
- Grade 12 Mathematics for College Technology (MCT4C) or any U level
- Grade 11 or 12 Physics
- Grade 11 or 12 Biology or Chemistry
- There are important functional requirements for this job. Visit the Career Handbook on the Government of Canada website for details on the functional requirements and physical demands for this National Occupational Classification (NOC 3217). Visit mohawkcollege.ca/728-functional-demands.
- In addition to the successful completion of all admission requirements, all applicants to this program must complete a mandatory standardized Health Occupation Aptitude Examination (HOAE) as part of the selection process. There is a fee of $50.00 for this test.
Option are available for mature applicants.
Don't have the necessary requirements?
Language Requirements for International Students:
- See below for accepted equivalents for Grade 12 English:
- Successful completion of GAS-EAP (478) Program Level 8
- TOEFL minimum score of 550 (79-80 Internet based)
- or IELTS Academic minimum score of 6.0 overall with no band less than 5.5
- More information about acceptable certificates, can be found on the International Admission Requirements
Experiential Learning
Experiential Learning
How you'll gain skills
- Through extensive hands-on training during skills courses.
- Clinical training at affiliated hospitals and clinics, during two eight-week unpaid clinical placements, the first in the summer semester of year 1 (semester 3) and the second in the final semester (semester 5).
- Through a mix of on-campus labs and simulations.
Pre-clinical requirements
All accepted applicants are required to complete certain requirements prior to clinical placement and are responsible for the associated costs. Details about pre-placement requirements will be emailed to you once you accept your offer of admission.
To be eligible for eld/clinical placement, you must not have been convicted of any offence for which you have not been pardoned. If your Police Check is 'not clear', your acceptance and suitability for placement is at the discretion of the agency. Mohawk College cannot guarantee placement changes if refused by the agency.
Clinical placements
Clinical experience is provided in health care agencies throughout Ontario.
Clinical placements may occur at locations that are not accessible by public transit. Students should expect to either have access to a car or the ability to supply their own transportation when attending clinical placements.
For more information regarding the 600 hour Cardiovascular Technology clinical placement, please contact christine.portwood [at] mohawkcollege.ca (subject: Clinical%20Placement%20Inquiry, body: Hello%20Christine%2C%0A) (the clinical placement specialist.)
Opportunities
Opportunities
Opportunities
Where you can go next
- Graduates are eligible to apply for admission to Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography program.
- Earn a degree:
- View our pathways map PDF. This Pathways map shows how the identified program can lead to future program choices.
- Visit Pathways and Credit Transfer for degree completion opportunities outside of Ontario.
- See ontransfer.ca for additional opportunities at other colleges or universities in Ontario.
Your future career options
- Cardiology Technologist
- Pacemaker/Cardiac Device Technologist
- Electrophysiology Technologist
- Clinical Application/Procedure Specialist
Where you could work includes:
- Community and Teaching Hospitals
- Ambulatory Health Care Services
- Private Cardiology and Diagnostic Centres
- Cardiac Device/EP Industry
- Cardiac Rehabilitation Centres
- Cardiac Diagnostic Equipment Companies (in Sales or Technical Support)
Opportunities for grads
- Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES)
- International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE) – Cardiac Rhythm Device Specialist
Program of Studies
Course Overview & Descriptions
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Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Program Learning Outcomes, often referred to as ‘Program Standards', set out the essential learning that a student must achieve before being deemed ready to graduate.
In many cases these program learning outcomes were developed by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (MTCU) in consultation with employers and educators who are experts in the program field. To ensure the outcomes remain current and in line with industry needs, we invite our employers, graduates working in the field and current students to re-examine and update them during regular, ongoing program review focus groups.
Additional Information
Additional Information
The Cardiovascular Technology program outcomes of the Cardiovascular Technology program meet the competencies outlined in the Canadian Society of Cardiology Technologists National Competency profile (CSCT NCP). Visit the Canadian Society of Cardiology Technologists to learn more.
Functional Demands
The Cardiovascular Technology health professions are intellectually, emotionally and physically demanding. It is important that applicants become familiar with the profession before entering the program so that they are able to function at an acceptable standard. Learn about the functional requirements and physical demands for Cardiology Technologists (NOC 3217).
Skills courses
All students will be required to act as simulated patients for their peers in skills course labs and during skills practice sessions.
Faculty
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