Are you looking for an in-demand specialty to grow your expertise beyond radiography? Dive into the world of Cardiac and/or Vascular Imaging today!
BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY: Attend a free online information session to gain valuable insights and kick-start your exploration into this dynamic field!
Cardiac Interventional (CI) and Vascular Interventional (VI) technologists work in a highly specialized field operating sophisticated imaging equipment. This technology provides detailed fluoroscopic images of the human body, assisting physicians with quality patient diagnosis and treatment.
During the program, students engage in asynchronous online coursework and receive hands-on clinical instruction to master the skills needed in this dynamic profession. While our clinical sites are spread across various regions in Southern California, please note that specific placements near your residence cannot be guaranteed.
Embark on this thrilling educational journey with us and pave the way for a rewarding career in Interventional Radiology!
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Application Process
Step 1: Apply to LLU Online
Step 2: Register Your Transcripts
Step 3: Personal Recommendations
Step 4: Observation and Service Hours
Step 5: Your Interview
Step 6: Admissions Decisions
Step 7: Confirmation & Deposit
Step 8: Additional Requirements
Gain hands-on experience with sophisticated imaging equipment to produce detailed fluoroscopic images for precise patient diagnosis and treatment. All tracks are full-time, requiring a commitment of 40 hours per week for didactic and clinical courses. All didactic courses are offered in an asynchronous online format for optimal flexibility.
Choose from three pathways tailored to your interests and career goals:
*Note: The CVI program can be utilized as an emphasis for the Radiation Sciences, BSRS program.
| RTSI 344 | Pharmacology for Imaging Professionals (CVI, VI) | 4 units |
| RTSI 356 | Vascular Anatomy and Physiology (CVI, VI) | 3 units |
| RTSI 975 | CVI Affiliation (CVI, VI) | 3 units |
| RELE XXX | Religion TBD (VI) | 2 units |
| RTSI 351 | Angio/Interventional Procedures I (CVI, VI) | 3 units |
| RTSI 975 | CVI Affiliation (CI, CVI, VI) | 3 units |
| CEPT 251 | Cardiac EP & Rhythm Recognition I (CI, CVI) | 2 units |
| CEPT 245 | Cardiovascular Anatomy and Physiology (CI, CVI) | 3 units |
| RTSI 345 | Cardiac/ Interventional Procedures I (CI, CVI) | 3 units |
| RTSI 352 | Angio/Interventional Procedures II (CVI, VI) | 3 units |
| RTSI 359 | VI Review (VI) | 1 units |
| RTSI 975 | CVI Affiliation (CI, CVI, VI) | 3 units |
| AHCJ 402 | Pathology (CI, CVI, VI) | 4 units |
| CEPT 252 | Cardiac EP & Rhythm Recognition II (CI, CVI) | 2 units |
| RELE XXX | Religion Course TBD (CI) | 2 units |
| RTSI 344 | Pharmacology for Imaging Professionals (CI) | 4 units |
| RTSI 360 | CI Review (CI, CVI) | 1 unit |
| RTSI 975 | CVI Affliliation (CI, CVI) | 3 units |
| RELE XXX | Religion Course TBD (CVI) | 2 units |
NOTES:
*RTSI 975 requires multiple registrations to meet unit requirements.
*Students pursuing the CVI pathway are required to complete 12 units in RTSI 975 CVI Affiliation
*Students pursuing the CI or VI pathways are required to complete 9 units in RTSI 975 CVI Affiliation
*Note: While clinical rotations are provided across different locations, it's important to note that proximity to the student's residence cannot be guaranteed by LLU.
*Loma Linda University and the Department of Radiation Technology cannot guarantee employment.
Upon completion of the program, the graduate should be qualified to:
A minimum of 12 hours career observation in cardiac and/or vascular imaging is required.
Prospective CVI students should posses the following attributes:
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