Affiliated to Directorate of Medical Education (DME)
The Diploma in Cardiovascular Technology is a specialized two-year program designed to meet the growing demand for skilled technical personnel in modern cardiac medical practice. With the shift from clinical cardiology to laboratory-oriented cardiology, this comprehensive program trains students to handle advanced cardiac equipment for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes in invasive and non-invasive cardiac laboratories.
Medium of Instruction: English
Eligibility: Plus 2 (10+2) pass with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as optional subjects
Key Program Outcomes: Graduates will master the skills to assist physicians and cardiologists in invasive and non-invasive cardiac laboratories, demonstrate proficiency in performing routine cardiac investigations and procedures, acquire competency in patient care in intensive coronary care units and post-operative wards, operate and maintain advanced cardiovascular diagnostic equipment, interpret cardiovascular test results, and provide comprehensive technical support in modern cardiac healthcare settings.
Curriculum: The program encompasses six specialized theory papers including Anatomy and Physiology of Cardiovascular System, Applied Physics and Electronics Principles and Practice, Principles and Practice of ECG, Principles and Practice of TMT and Holter Monitoring, Principles and Practice of Electro-Cardiography, and Principles and Practice of Cardiac Catheterization. The first year focuses on foundational subjects (Anatomy, Physiology, Physics, Electronics) while the second year emphasizes specialized cardiovascular procedures including ECG interpretation, Treadmill Testing (TMT), Holter monitoring, Echo Cardiology, and Cardiac Catheterization techniques.
Training Approach: The program combines 4 hours of daily lectures with 2 hours of practical training, ensuring comprehensive theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience. Students undergo continuous internal assessment every three months with mandatory 80% attendance requirement. Assessment includes six theory papers (80 marks each), practical examinations (75 marks including 50 for practicals and 25 for records), and viva-voce (20 marks). Students must maintain certified records for all practical subjects and obtain department head certification for satisfactory completion.
Career Opportunities: Cardiac catheterization laboratories, non-invasive cardiology departments, intensive coronary care units, cardiac rehabilitation centers, diagnostic imaging centers, cardiothoracic surgery units, cardiac device companies, medical equipment manufacturing firms, and specialized cardiovascular research institutions.