Invasive Cardiovascular Technology

Bates Technical College ETPL

The Invasive Cardiovascular Technology Program prepares students for a dynamic career in roles such as Invasive Cardiovascular Tech, Cardiac Technologists, or Cath Lab Technologists and Technicians equipped to work in catheterization labs and similar diagnostic and interventional healthcare settings. This rigorous associates degree program covers essential topics such as cardiovascular anatomy, hemodynamics, pharmacology, radiation physics, safety and patient care, alongside advanced training in diagnostic and interventional procedures. Through hands-on clinical practicums and labs, students develop the technical and patient-care skills needed to assist with cardiac catheterizations, angioplasties, and other life-saving procedures in hospital or clinical settings. Graduates are prepared to sit for the Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) certification exam, positioning them for entry-level roles in high-demand cardiac care environments.

Visit the program website Brandon Held Career Advisor Advising (253) 680-7008 brandon.held@batestech.edu

Financial information

Total tuition

$7,731.00

Total required fees

$3,994.80

Books and supplies

$2,700.00

Locations

Tacoma

Instructional methods

In-person Primary Location

Is this program offered on evenings and weekends?

Program details

18 Months

Length of training

Associate

Award type

90

Credits

N/A

Clock Hours

Additional details

Award name

AAS

Education Prerequisites

None

Prerequisite courses and other requirements

Pre-requisite courses, must be 18

Is this program approved to train veterans?

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

N/A

Certification/license test preparation provided

Registered Invasive Cardiovascular Specialist (RCIS) through CCI

Employment performance results

Data is unavailable for one of several reasons: In some cases, the institution has not provided the Workforce Board with data to independently evaluate program performance. We encourage all schools to provide this data on an annual basis. In other cases, the program joined Career Bridge recently and student data has not been reported yet. In other cases, the program is too small or too new to provide reliable results.

Top industries for graduates

Careers for graduates

Statewide earnings and employment trends for related jobs

Career Title	Typical annual earnings	Employment outlook (openings/year)
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary	$172,300	444
Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians	$86,800	127

Student characteristics

Enrollment
Data is unavailable for one of several reasons: In some cases, the institution has not provided the Workforce Board with data to independently evaluate program performance. We encourage all schools to provide this data on an annual basis. In other cases, the program joined Career Bridge recently and student data has not been reported yet. In other cases, the program is too small or too new to provide reliable results.
Gender
Data is unavailable for one of several reasons: In some cases, the institution has not provided the Workforce Board with data to independently evaluate program performance. We encourage all schools to provide this data on an annual basis. In other cases, the program joined Career Bridge recently and student data has not been reported yet. In other cases, the program is too small or too new to provide reliable results.
Race
Data is unavailable for one of several reasons: In some cases, the institution has not provided the Workforce Board with data to independently evaluate program performance. We encourage all schools to provide this data on an annual basis. In other cases, the program joined Career Bridge recently and student data has not been reported yet. In other cases, the program is too small or too new to provide reliable results.
Age
Data is unavailable for one of several reasons: In some cases, the institution has not provided the Workforce Board with data to independently evaluate program performance. We encourage all schools to provide this data on an annual basis. In other cases, the program joined Career Bridge recently and student data has not been reported yet. In other cases, the program is too small or too new to provide reliable results.
Prior education
Data is unavailable for one of several reasons: In some cases, the institution has not provided the Workforce Board with data to independently evaluate program performance. We encourage all schools to provide this data on an annual basis. In other cases, the program joined Career Bridge recently and student data has not been reported yet. In other cases, the program is too small or too new to provide reliable results.