The program is accredited through the Joint Review Committee on Education in Cardiovascular Technology (JRC-CVT) and the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
Joint Review Committee on Education
in Cardiovascular Technology
1449 Hill Street
Whitinsville, MA 01588-1032
978-456-5594 Phone
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
9355 - 113th St. N, #7709
Seminole, FL 33775
Phone: 727-210-2350
Fax: 727-210-2354
The successful graduate is eligible to apply for the international board exam from the International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE). The IBHRE boards yields the certification of Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (CEPS) in the Cardiac EP Specialty and/or a Certified Cardiac Device Specialist (CCDS).The IBHRE is recognized as the global leader in heart rhythm certification. IBHRE was the first testing organization founded to raise the level of professionalism and academic credibility in cardiac pacing and electrophysiology. IBHRE certified specialists include more than 9,500 distinguished physicians and allied professionals around the world who have been tested on the scientific foundation, clinical skills, and technical knowledge required to provide and facilitate safe quality patient care in the management of arrhythmias. IBHRE certification serves as a validation to your cardiac pacing and electrophysiology qualifications, recognizes your achievement of an international standard that goes beyond the scope of licensure & successfully measures your knowledge based on predetermined standards in heart rhythm management. International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners: IBHRE.org.
Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) is a credentialing organization for Cardiovascular Technology and emerging medical professionals. Earning a CCI credential demonstrates not only fundamental knowledge, but also dedication to your professional development. Becoming certified allows you to become part of a group of more than 17,000 certified cardiovascular professionals worldwide. CCI's credentials are internationally recognized by physicians, employers, contractors of Medicare and Medicaid services, administrators, accreditation bodies and patients. CCI yields the certification of RCES in the Cardiac EP Specialty. For more information, visit their site: http://www.cci-online.org/