Cardiovascular school training courses in Baltimore, MD (public, in-house or online)

As a trained cardiovascular technologist, you can assist physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiac (heart) and peripheral vascular (blood vessel) ailments. By choosing the Cardiovascular Technology program at Fortis, you’ll receive an education preparing you for an enrty-level position in this important field of medicine. As a cardiovascular technologist, you’ll provide hands-on care to your patients and enjoy the opportunity to do rewarding work on a daily basis.

In the Fortis Cardi...

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Required Courses
Module I
Medical Terminology for Health Occupations
Basic Math for Healthcare Providers
Anatomy and Physiology for Health Occupations
Principles of Cardiovascular Technology
Basic EKG Technician Training **
Intermediate EKG Technician Training **
Advanced EKG Technician Training **
CPR for Health Care Providers� ** May be waived if the student is already a nationally
certifi ed EKG technician.
Module II
Introduction to Health
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Develop an understanding of the principles of exercise and theories of conditioning. Includes a physiological pre-program evaluation, lectures on fitness and related topics, individualized exercises and a physiological post-program evaluation. Improve physical fitness by maintaining individual target training zones during a wide variety of activities.

Comprehensive review and refresher of Cardiovascular System for nurses. NCLEX test prep and nurse refresher or professional re-entry course.

This module discusses the fundamental components of a basic cardiovascular assessment including an evaluation of the skin, capillary refill, heart rate, and blood pressure. It also reviews signs and symptoms associated with hypertension and hypotension, as well as indications for orthostatic blood pressure testing. Treatment of chest pain and the role of cardiac accessories (pacemakers, implantable defibrillators, etc.) are also discussed. This course has the goal of facilitating knowledge and c...

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