Electrophysiology (EP) is an emerging healthcare science and therapy. EP is a subspecialty of cardiology that focuses on diagnosing and treating cardiac arrhythmias. Technologists assist the cardiologist during diagnostic and invasive procedures including programmed electrical stimulation, sterile scrub technique, electro-anatomical 3D mapping, catheter ablation for cardiac arrhythmias and device implantation for cardiac rhythm management such as pacemakers and other advanced implantable devices.
12 months. Please note: This AS program is taught online.
Possible Careers
Cardiac cath labs, hospital and clinical settings, sales positions for bio-technology companies
Application Deadlines
Quarter
Application Open
Priority Deadline
Final Deadline
Autumn of 2024
Jan 1, 2024
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Jun 30, 2024
Admissions Requirements
Minimum G.P.A. is 2.5
Prerequisites should be completed before potentially beginning the program
Prerequisites
Religion: 4 units per year of attendance at a Seventh-day Adventist college or university
College algebra
Anatomy and physiology w/lab (complete sequence)
Introductory physics w/ lab or high school level physics
Medical Terminology
Choose one from the following: general psychology, general sociology, cultural anthropology
English composition, complete sequence
Introduction to computers, college or high school
Humanities
Electives to meet the minimum total requirement of 39 quarter (26 semester) units
Discipline Accrediting Agency
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs upon the recommendation of the Joint Review Committee on Education in Cardiovascular Technology (JRC-CVT). Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, 1361 Park Street, Clearwater, FL 33756; (727) 210-2350; www.caahep.org
Integrating faith and health
Loma Linda University educates and encourages a balanced life by living our values of humility, compassion, justice, integrity, excellence, freedom and self- control. You will be surrounded by faculty who are committed to healthcare innovation and research while engaging your spirituality.
Expected Cost of Attendance
The following estimated cost of attendance is based on full-time attendance for the number of months enrolled per academic year. Estimated amounts may vary based on a number of factors. Students may use these estimates when applying for financial aid.
Required Program Costs
Academic Year 2024-2025
Year of Program Months Enrolled
Year 1 9
Year 2 3
Tuition & Fees
$28,494
$7,947
Books, Materials, Supplies & Equipment Allowance (May or may not be purchased through the school)
$1,492
0
Other Educational Costs
Non-required costs that can be funded with scholarships/loans.
Year of Program Months Enrolled
Year 1 9
Year 2 3
Living Expense (Food & Housing Allowance) Students will be assigned one of the following Living Expense Budget Options:
On Campus Dorm
$11,835
$3,945
LLU Owned Rental Property
$18,900
$6,300
LLU Owned Rental w/ Dependents
$19,800
$6,600
Undergraduate Dependent w/ Parents
$7,200
$2,400
Off Campus
$18,900
$6,300
Transportation Allowance
$3,150
$1,050
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses
$3,150
$1,050
Federal Student Loan Fees
$69
$25
Cost of Obtaining Professional License
0
$365
Dependent Care (See Budget Revision Request form)
Available upon Request
Disability-Related Expenses (See Budget Revision Request form)
Available upon Request
Notes
The cost of attendance varies from year to year. Please contact the office of Student Accounts for up-to-date costs.
Estimated amounts are for the academic year specified only. Amounts are based on full-time attendance for the number of months enrolled per academic year. International students need to calculate 12 months of living expenses based on these amounts.
Amounts are expected to increase each year consistent with inflation in the professional education sector.
To qualify for financial aid, most students must be enrolled at least half time in an aid eligible program and be taking degree requirements. Half time is 6 units in a quarter for undergraduate programs and 4 units in a quarter for graduate programs.