HISTORY:
Houston International Cardiotech Ultrasound School is located in Houston, Texas. The institution is wholly owned by Cardiotech Ultrasound School LLC.
MISSION:
The mission of Houston International Cardiotech Ultrasound School is to offer independent post-secondary education dedicated to developing intellectual capabilities and skills of a diverse body of students for lifetime responsibilities through high quality comprehensive allied healthcare programs . Prepare individuals to serve the global community through specific training in Diagnostic Medical Sonographers and various Cardiac Technology programs. The student base is from diverse cultures and philosophies fostering tolerance, integrity and purpose as responsible global citizens.
OBJECTIVES
ENVIRONMENT:
Provide an environment in which students develop integrity, ethical and empathic attitudes that contributes to the welfare and goodwill of all patients. Provide an atmosphere that promotes skills development and attitudes necessary to foster quality healthcare delivery.
QUALITY:
Provide the fundamental qualitative processes to promote and cultivate self-education, promote professional growth, and strengthen personal development through the maintenance of highly qualified and experienced faculty. Introduce students to various methods of communication, intellectual stimulation, and compassion while preparing them to be technically proficient practitioners. The programs strive to make learning not just a requirement, but a tool for success in chosen discipline. The programs prepare individuals to function competently in various areas of medical technology.
BALANCE:
Programs are designed to stimulate learning attitudes, provide competency, to function as informed, responsible professionals while serving their communities. Programs are well-balanced. The curriculum is presented in the form of lectures, laboratory demonstrations, practical training and clinical rotations.
ACHIEVEMENT:
Accept, and retain students from diverse backgrounds, cultures who have demonstrated specific standards, personal character, and focused educational goals. To achieve satisfactory results of 70% or better on retention, placement, and certification of graduates.
CONSTANT IMPROVEMENTS:
Student surveys, and registry results are utilized to improve programs. Programs are built on national standards.
ADMISSIONS High school graduates, GED or higher. Students are required to pass the school’s admissions assessment tests. Classes start in the spring, summer and fall each year.
CAMPUS/PROGRAMS:
The campus is small with class size ranging from 8 -15 students per class. Some non – sonography courses are offered online.
FACULTY MEMBERS:
Faculty are experienced credentialed professionals with scientific and technical background. Students have direct access to faculty creating an environment conducive to a maximum learning experience.
LABS/CLINICAL ROTATION:
Supervised labs allows students to practice performing a variety ultrasound procedures starting in semester two. All programs include 2 clinical rotations in a minor and major healthcare settings.
TUITION/FEES:
The school do not offer Financial Aid. Tuition is based on length of programs. Fee is uniformed throughout all programs. Bi monthly and monthly payment plans are available. Refer to the school catalog for additional information.