Overview

A cardiovascular perfusionist is an essential member of the cardiac surgical team who specializes in operating extracorporeal circulation equipment to support the patient during an open-heart surgery or other medical procedures that necessitate artificial circulatory support.

You will learn how to safely monitor patient diagnostics, maintain homeostasis during surgery, introduce proper cardiovascular support medications, and manage blood loss and anticoagulation.

It is important for students of the Cardiovascular Perfusion program at Northern Kentucky University to have clinical experience at various institutions in order to develop the necessary skills and knowledge to be a proficient entry level perfusionist upon graduation. Clinical experience enables the students to integrate perfusion theory to clinical practice. Students will have three semesters of clinical practice at various medical centers throughout the U.S. Students will complete at least 75 adult cardiopulmonary bypass cases and observe or conduct at least 10 pediatric cardiopulmonary bypass cases before graduation.

Careers

Perfusionists are in high demand with only 18 perfusion programs in the country. The advancement in medical technology and the perfusionists role outside of the operating room increases the demand for perfusionists across the country. Graduates will enter a highly specialized career field with excellent job placement, job security, and competitive salary. Certified perfusionists are employed in adult medical centers, pediatric medical centers, education, medical sales, private contract groups, and as travel perfusionists throughout the country.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Anatomy and Physiology in Perfusion

Physiological Monitoring

Pathophysiology in Perfusion

Perfusion Simulation

Research Methods in Perfusion

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

70 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Highland Heights, United States

Disciplines

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General requirements

Complete an Online Application

Pay the $40 Application Fee

Submit Passport Photocopy

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Submit Proof of English Fluency

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

31430 USD / year

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Out-of-State

31430 USD / year

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In-State

31430 USD / year

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Living costs

Highland Heights

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

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