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Coursework

Lower-division Coursework

To fulfill the lower-division (first half) of the Cardiopulmonary Sciences bachelor's degree, you must complete an Associate in Science (A.S.) degree from a regionally accredited institution in one of the following areas.

Choose from two A.S. Degrees:

A.S. in Respiratory Care
A respiratory therapist's main function is to assist physicians in treating patients who experience heart-lung problems that interfere with breathing, such as chronic asthma or emphysema. You'll work to restore the heart-lung system to normal function using therapeutic techniques and state-of-the-art equipment.

A.S. in Cardiovascular Technology
Cardiovascular technologists work side-by-side with cardiologists to diagnose and treat heart disease. You'll use the latest medical technology to conduct tests on pulmonary or cardiovascular systems of patients and assist in electrocardiograms, cardiac catheterizations and similar tests.

(Valencia College will also accept a completed A.S. degree in Cardiopulmonary Technology, offered by some other institutions, for admission into the upper-division coursework.)

Upper-division Coursework

The BS degree includes 37 credits of upper-division course work, including 24 credits of Cardiopulmonary Core Requirements, 3 credits of Cardiopulmonary Sciences Electives and a 10-credit concentration.

After completing a qualifying lower-division associate degree, you may move on to the upper-division (second half) of the Cardiopulmonary Sciences bachelor's degree. Students choose from a concentration in Community Health, as well as from electives in Teaching in the Health Professions, Principles of Human Resource Management and Administration and Supervision.

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Concentrations

Advanced Critical Care 
This concentration will build on students’ critical care knowledge and focus on the clinical application of advanced cardiopulmonary interventions and diagnostic techniques. An exploration of evidence-based research in the field will help to facilitate better clinical decisions and improved patient outcomes. Knowledge gained in the concentration will be applied to a capstone project that can be applied in critical care or interventional settings.  
 
Community Health 
This concentration will focus on concepts of health and wellness, with an emphasis on the implementation of community health interventions. Students will gain an understanding of the impact of public health measures and the health care delivery system on community health. This knowledge may be applied to patient education and wellness programs in acute, non-acute, and community environments. Knowledge gained in this concentration will be applied to develop a community health capstone project that can be applied to a cardiopulmonary community health program.   
 
Leadership 
This concentration will help students develop the knowledge and skills needed to function in a leadership role in health care. Students will gain an understanding of how an organization functions, the role of human resources, along with the supervisory and management theories that can be applied to their respective health profession. Knowledge gained in this concentration will be applied to develop a capstone project that can be applied to leadership challenges in the student’s own healthcare environment.

 

Admissions and Program Details

Admissions and Program Details

Cardiopulmonary Sciences is a limited-access program. For admission requirements and updates, program application and deadlines, see the following.

 Program Guide

Degree Requirements

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Steps to Completion

7 Steps to Your Bachelor’s Degree

1. Complete your associate degree in one of three eligible fields (including all prerequisites):

• Cardiopulmonary technology
• Cardiovascular technology
• Respiratory care

2. Hold professional certification in your respective discipline.

3. Submit the online Valencia College application for the bachelor's program, as well as all college transcripts, and pay the $35 application fee. This fee is waived for active Valencia College students who hold an Associate in Arts degree from Valencia or an Associate in Science degree from Valencia to a bachelor degree at Valencia.

4. Once you've been accepted to Valencia College as a candidate for B.S. Cardio, submit the Health Sciences B.S. Cardio application, along with your professional certification, and contact the program advisor.

5. Once you've been accepted to the B.S. degree, complete the online bachelor's orientation.

6. Register for classes.

7. Graduate with your B.S. degree.

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