Master of Science in Cardiovascular Perfusion - Post-Professional

The Master of Science in Cardiovascular Perfusion - Post-Professional (MS-CVP) is designed for working perfusionists who have completed an AC-PE accredited perfusion education program. This graduate level program provides individuals an opportunity to advance their educational and professional goals. The one-year program is completed via distance learning, using a combination of online course work, independent reading, and projects. In addition to perfusion specific coursework, students will also take courses in leadership, quality improvement, and informatics. The program includes a capstone research project.

Curriculum

Year 1, Fall A (8/18/25-12/19/25)

Course ID Course Title Credits
CVP724 Quality Improvement & Information 2
CVP772 Masters Research Project I 3
CVP726 Evidence-based Medicine 2
Semester Total 7

Year 1, Spring (1/5/26-5/1/26)

Course ID Course Title Credits
CVP728 Leadership & Health Services 2
CVP773 Master's Research Project II 4
CVP730 Pathophysiology of Aging 1
Semester Total 7

Year 1, Summer A, Trailer (5/4/26-8/14/26)

Course ID Course Title Credits
CVP714 Cardiac Assist Devices 2
CVP774 Masters Research Project III 3
CVP719 Post Professional Pediatric 1
Semester Total 6
Curriculum Total 20
Transfer Credit Hour Total* 10
Required Credit Hour Total 30

* Transfer credits must be from an AC-PE accredited perfusion program and must not have been used as credits towards a first bachelor's degree. Course examples: pharmacology, physiology, pathophysiology.