Cardiovascular Technologist
Performs diagnostic cardiac and vascular procedures such as echocardiograms and assists physicians during catheterizations.
- $3,401/yr tuition
Key dates
- Application deadline
- May 31, 2027
Healthcare education partner
Florida SouthWestern State College
Pass Rate N/A
Avg. Weeks N/A
Avg. Tuition $2,436 to $9,750
Location Fort Myers, FL
Pathways at Florida SouthWestern State College
Credential-to-credential routes you can start or finish at this institution.
CNA CVT
CNA to Cardiovascular Technologist
Turn bedside patient-care hours into a cardiovascular technology degree — echocardiography, stress testing, and cath lab work.
Typical timeline: 2 years
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CNA to Radiologic Technologist
Step into medical imaging — your patient-care background is an advantage in rad tech admissions.
Typical timeline: 2 years
View pathway →CNA RT
CNA to Respiratory Therapist
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View pathway →DA RDH
Dental Assistant to Dental Hygienist
Use your chairside experience to enter a dental hygiene program and double your earning power.
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View pathway →LPN ADN
LPN to RN Bridge
Advance from practical nursing to RN with bridge programs that credit your LPN coursework.
Typical timeline: 18 months
View pathway →CNA BSN
CNA to BSN
Bridge from frontline care to a four-year nursing degree, with your patient-care hours working for you.
Typical timeline: 4 years
View pathway →CNA ADN
CNA to ADN (Registered Nurse)
Turn your CNA experience into an associate nursing degree — the fastest route to RN licensure.
Typical timeline: 2 years
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