Cardiovascular Sonography Associate of Applied Science
Help Diagnose and Treat Heart Problems Through Ultrasound Imaging
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Program Overview
Cardiovascular sonographers (CVS) help diagnose problems with the heart and vascular system (veins, arteries, etc.). They use ultrasound waves to create images and videos of how the heart functions to help physicians identify and treat problems with their patients, such as clogged arteries, blood clots, irregular heartbeats, and more.
The CVS degree program at Concorde in Portland covers fundamental cardiovascular medicine concepts and practical techniques for taking heart sonograms, echocardiograms, vascular sonograms, and more. You’ll also have the opportunity to learn how to record and evaluate data gathered during your tests.
PROGRAM FACTS
Skill Building
Gain skills to conduct ultrasound images of the heart and vascular system, including echocardiograms.
Versatile Curriculum
Learn how to evaluate test quality, record data and produce reports for physicians and other care team members.
Flexible Class Schedules
Complete your degree in as few as 20 months* of study.
Cardiovascular Sonography Degree Curriculum
Our Cardiovascular Sonography Associate of Applied Science degree program equips you to pursue a career as a cardiovascular sonographer in as few as 20 months.* When you graduate, you’ll be able to pursue career opportunities in hospitals, clinics, cardiology offices and many other care settings.
- Cardiovascular Pathology
- Cardiovascular Pharmacology
- Cardiovascular Registry Review
- Echocardiography
- Electrophysiology
- Vascular Sonography
*Program length may be subject to change dependent on transfer credits and course load. Please refer to current course catalog for more information. Concorde does not guarantee admittance, graduation, subsequent employment or salary amount.
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Want a career with real heart? Get in touch with Concorde in Portland today to find out if our CVS associate degree program is right for you.
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