Ontario College Diploma in Cardiovascular Technology in Ottawa Canada | Algonquin College

This two-year Ontario College Diploma in Cardiovascular Technology equips students with the fundamental knowledge and practical abilities needed to conduct electrocardiograms, exercise tolerance tests, and ambulatory monitoring as cardiovascular technologists. These healthcare specialists collaborate directly with patients to identify heart-related disorders.

The program prioritizes practical learning through lab simulations and clinical experiences, meeting the competency standards set by the Canadian Society of Cardiology Technologists (CSCT) National Occupational Competency Profile (NOCP). Key curriculum components cover multiple non-invasive cardiac procedures including:

electrocardiogram administration
exercise stress testing
continuous ambulatory monitoring
pacemaker evaluation