The School of Cardiovascular Technology was founded at Morristown Medical Center in 1976 to meet the need for competent cardiovascular technologists to assist cardiologists in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with heart and vascular disease.
The Morristown Medical Center School of Cardiovascular Technology is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of The Joint Review Committee on Education in Cardiovascular Technology (www.jrccvt.org). It is the only program in New Jersey that offers three clinical tracks- Invasive Cardiology, Non-Invasive Echocardiography and Non-Invasive Peripheral Vascular Studies. Through CAAHEP accreditation, students are able to take the national registry exams given by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) or the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), in most cases, prior to graduation.
The six-month introductory portion of our program covers the fundamentals of cardiovascular technology and is followed by 12 months of instruction in a specialty concentration. After receiving a diploma and certifying qualification as a cardiovascular technologist, every student is eligible to work in a general community hospital, a specialized heart center or a physician’s private practice.
The 18-month day program begins in September and 24-month evening program begins in May. All lectures and classroom training are held at Morristown Medical Center, Monday through Friday, between 7:30am and 4:00pm for the day program and 6:00pm and 9:00pm for the evening program. Clinical rotations take place at Atlantic Health System hospitals and other hospitals and physician offices affiliated with the school. The school reserves the right to alter the curriculum to meet changing technology and accreditation requirements.
Program Effectiveness Data
| Program Retention 2020, 2021, 2022 | Credentialing Exam Pass Rates 2020, 2021, 2022 | Employment Placement Rates 2020, 2021, 2022 |
Adult Echocardiography | 100% | 100% | 93.3% |
Non-Invasive Peripheral Vascular | N/A** No students have graduated from the Peripheral Vascular track for the past three (3) years. | N/A** No students have graduated from the Peripheral Vascular track for the past three (3) years. | N/A** No students have graduated from the Peripheral Vascular track for the past three (3) years. |
Invasive Cardiology | 100% | 80% | 100% |
New Scholarship Opportunity
We are excited to offer a new scholarship opportunity covering the entire cost of the program plus uniforms and learning materials. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a member of an underrepresented racial/ethnic minority group who resides in the state of New Jersey. Learn more >
Awards and Accreditations
