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Cardiology Technology

Program Aim

To prepare graduates to work in the area of Cardiology Technology. The program works in collaboration with clinical partners to meet the national occupational competency profile outlined by the Canadian Society of Cardiology Technologists’ (CSCT). The BCIT Cardiology Technology Diploma is part of our comprehensive Cardiac Sciences department program offerings. As an accredited program, approved by the National Society of Cardiology Technologists, we offer a blended program, combining flexible online learning with a hands-on, skills-focused learning experience.

We train students to perform non-invasive diagnostic cardiology procedures, including electrocardiograms, ambulatory monitoring, and exercise stress testing, as well as prepare them to understand advanced concepts in cardiac devices and electrophysiology.

About the program

Blended program delivery that includes online, BCIT lab and clinical rotations
Online theory course delivery with flexible course load from term to term
26 weeks of clinical experiences at hospitals across Canada
Lab session that provides active practice and application on campus at BCIT

Study while you work, find the balance you need to be successful. See Program Details to find out more about studying cardiology technology at BCIT.

Who it’s for

This program is for:

Students from all provinces across Canada able to complete clinical outside their home province
Students interested in working directly with patients at the bedside in a hospital environment
Motivated and independent learners able to complete online theory courses
Those able to work in a fast-paced, stressful environment with long periods of standing, walking, and multi-tasking
Those with excellent communication skills whether interacting with patients or a health care team

Thinking of applying? See Entrance Requirements to discover if this program is right for you.

What grads can do

Our grads can start their careers as soon as they graduate. Graduates also have the opportunity to move on to advanced studies in Cardiac Sciences, or to complete a Bachelor in Health Sciences. Visit Graduating and Jobs and find out more about these opportunities.

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