The Cardiac and Vascular Institute of Ultrasound (CVIU) is a fully accredited Ultrasound School dedicated to providing students with an in-depth and highly specialized education in cardiac and vascular ultrasound. We were the first Ultrasound Institute in the United States to separate the two fields—cardiac and vascular—from general diagnostic ultrasound and emphasize specialization rather than generalization. Specialization makes our students more employable. By specializing in either cardiac or vascular ultrasound, you will be more qualified than graduates of General Ultrasound Schools. Small classes, instructors that love teaching, and a curriculum that emphasizes immediate practical application, all make CVIU a fascinating and rewarding place to learn.

CVIU's mission is to provide excellent educational opportunities, resources, and clinical experiences to meet the needs of students who desire a career and certification in cardiovascular ultrasound diagnostics. CVIU sets high academic standards for its students to insure they have a thorough understanding of the principles, technology, and competency skills required for a successful transition into a career in cardiovascular ultrasound. Learning objectives are achieved by integrating the knowledge gained in the classroom with the practical application of sonography in the scanning labs. This, combined with the real world experience gained in our externship program, makes CVIU one of the best Schools of Ultrasound in the U.S. Currently, CVIU is one of only 13 schools in the U.S. that specializes in only echocardiography and vascular ultrasound.

Our goal is two fold: To thoroughly train Sonographers for entry-level positions with first-rate health facilities, and secondly, to prepare students to pass the Registry (certification). You will possess the confidence to take the Registry Exam immediately upon graduation.

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