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The Cardiac Advanced Diploma (CAD) program is an intensive, compressed time frame program in the cardiac ultrasound stream. The program is designed for health care employees looking to grow their careers and learn cardiac ultrasound. The prerequisites for this program are unique from the other BCIT sonography programs.

Sonography: Cardiac Advanced Diploma

British Columbia Institute of Technology

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1. Diploma, bachelor’s or master’s degree in a science or health-related field from a recognized post-secondary institution
2. English 12 (73%) or equivalent


Academic Admission Requirement

1. Casper (Computer-Based Assessment for Sampling Personal Characteristics): Casper will send the results directly to the BCIT Sonography department once you request that your score be distributed to the program.

2. Mandatory Applicant Questionnaire - This form will be used with other entrance requirements in the competitive selection for the program.
    - Note: Applicants to the January 2023 intake and later will also be required to submit the Casper Confirmation Form.

3. If you have been conditionally accepted to BCIT, you will be notified through myCommunication. The following will be required for full acceptance:
    - Certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) - Level C
    - Criminal Record Check
    - Immunization Review - Submit to Student Health Services. Immunization is a mandatory requirement for this program. For instructions and more information, visit Student Health Services’ Health Science Student Information.
    - MRAD 0150 – Medical Terminology for Imaging (80%) - Access to this free online course is provided once you are conditionally accepted or waitlisted.

4. Shortlisted applicants - The program area will review all complete applications after the application deadline. If you are shortlisted, the program area will contact you to book a virtual meeting and visual-spatial test.

1. It is recommended that you have the following: 
    - Physical and mental stamina
    - Fine motor control / manual dexterity
    - Excellent communication skills

2. It is recommended that you have the ability to:
    - visualize objects in three dimensions
    - accurately differentiate shades of grey, colors, and sounds
    - work independently and in team situations
    - manage stressful and busy work environments
    - move and transfer patients from wheelchairs to stretchers and to the washroom
    - assist patients with toilet needs
    - multitask accurately and efficiently
    - problem solve in a variety of situations

Applications are accepted from May to August.
		
Note: Applicants to this program must be residents of British Columbia. This program is for domestic applicants only.

When you are ready to apply, use our [pre-application checklist](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/go/resources) to make sure you have everything you need, and visit our [How-to guides page](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/help) for more information.

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Sonography Advanced Diplomas

URL for Sonography (Cardiac Option): Advanced Diploma at BCIT

British Columbia Institute of Technology

Sonography: Cardiac Advanced Diploma

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