In the first year, students gain a solid foundation in the morphological and functional foundations of the cardiovascular system, biological and biochemical sciences, and heart disease. They also learn notions of cardiac electrostimulation and develop practical skills in non-invasive instrumental cardiology, including electrocardiography, holter , and cardiac and vascular sonography. The year will end with a professional internship that will provide initial exposure to extracorporeal circulation techniques and operating room environments.
The second year explores advanced extracorporeal circulation techniques and cardiac surgical pathologies. Students explore the complexities of electrophysiology, arrhythmology and cardiac electrostimulation, and gain skills in invasive and interventional cardiovascular techniques, as well as sonographic diagnostics. This year culminates in a hands-on internship focused on electrophysiology, hemodynamics, and mechanical circulatory assistance techniques, including transplantation and dialysis procedures.
In the third year, training focuses on advanced perfusion and mechanical assistance techniques, for both adult and pediatric patients. Students also acquire knowledge about the rights and organisation of health services, and the psychological and legal principles of the profession. The training course includes an in-depth internship and a thesis paper, which will require intensive attendance in the area of interest chosen by the student. Each internship will be accompanied by an ongoing assessment to ensure progress and the achievement of the necessary skills.