Non-Invasive Vascular Study
Associate of Applied Science in Cardiovascular Technology (CVT)
Program Highlights
- Full-time, daytime program (Monday–Friday)
- August cohort start
- Training in cardiac catheterization, coronary interventions, and structural heart procedures
- Access to cardiovascular simulation and hemodynamic monitoring laboratories
- Small clinical and class sizes for individualized instruction
- Clinical experience in leading regional healthcare facilities
- Eligibility to apply for registry examinations prior to graduation
About The Program
As a Non-Invasive Vascular Technologist, you will evaluate blood flow in the arteries and veins throughout the body—excluding the heart—to identify and assess vascular disease. Using advanced diagnostic technology, you'll help detect conditions such as blood clots, arterial blockages, aneurysms, and circulatory disorders.
This specialty relies on non-invasive techniques, meaning no injections or contrast dyes are required. You will assess vascular function through two primary methods:
- Physiologic testing, including blood pressure measurements in the arms and ankles and Doppler waveform analysis to detect abnormalities in arterial blood flow
- Duplex ultrasound, which combines real-time imaging of blood vessels with velocity measurements to identify stenosis, thrombosis, and other vascular conditions
Vascular Technologists work one-on-one with patients and play a vital role in the diagnostic process. You will generate detailed technical reports that guide physician interpretation and directly influence patient treatment decisions.
Prerequisites
Students may apply to the Associate of Applied Science program while completing prerequisite coursework. However, all required prerequisites must be successfully completed prior to official admission into the program.
- BIO 221 Anatomy & Physiology I
- ENG 105 The Art of Writing
- MATH 210 Introductory Statistics
- PHIL 321 Ethics in Healthcare
- BIO 222 Anatomy & Physiology II
- PSY 101 or SOC 351 Introduction to Psychology or Medical Sociology
Career Opportunities
Graduates in Non-Invasive Vascular Study pursue careers in:
- Hospitals and outpatient vascular laboratories
- Imaging centers
- Physician practices
- Diagnostic and specialty clinics
Vascular technologists assist physicians in diagnosing peripheral vascular disease and other circulatory disorders. The need for skilled vascular imaging professionals continues to grow as early detection and minimally invasive diagnostics become increasingly central to modern healthcare.
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Begin your application for the Non-Invasive Vascular Study program today.