Cardiotechnician: Training, studies, overview of schools
Cardiotechnician training: Cardiovascular perfusion specialists
Questions and answers
Is the MAS in Cardiovascular Technology federally recognized?
Yes, the Master of Advanced Studies (MAS) degree in Cardiovascular Perfusion (Master of Advanced Studies Kalaidos UAS in Cardiovascular Perfusion) is a federally recognized degree.
How long will it take me to complete the MAS in Cardiovascular Technology (UAS)?
For the postgraduate Master of Advanced Studies in Cardiovascular Perfusion at a University of Applied Sciences, you will need to reckon with three years of training before graduating as a perfusionist.
What content is taught in the MAS in Cardiovascular Technology?
The following topics are often covered in an MAS in Cardiovascular Technology:
- Anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology of the cardiovascular system
- Cardiac surgery clinical pictures and therapies
- Basics of extracorporeal circulation (ECC)
- Heart-lung machine: structure, function, safety
- Perfusion techniques (conventional, minimally invasive, ECMO, ECLS)
- Blood management, oxygenation, temperature regulation
- Preparation, implementation and follow-up of cardiotechnical procedures
- Emergency management and complications
- Documentation, quality assurance, patient safety
- Technical developments in cardiac surgery
- Digitalization and automation in cardiovascular technology
Good to know: Every education provider focuses on different learning content. To make sure that the curriculum meets your expectations, we recommend contacting the school directly. Our contact form will provide you with reliable support.
For whom is continuing education, further training as a perfusionist suitable?
The Master of Advanced Studies (MAS) continuing education, further training program for cardiovascular technicians is aimed at specialists in cardiovascular practice and health professionals who would like to pursue further training in cardiovascular perfusion at a University of Applied Sciences.
Erfahrungen, Bewertungen und Meinungen zur Ausbildung / Weiterbildung
Haven't found the right training or further education yet? Benefit from educational advice now!
Further training is not only important in order to maintain or increase professional attractiveness, investing in training or further training is still the most efficient way to increase the chances of a pay rise.
The Swiss education system offers a wide range of individual training and further education opportunities - depending on your personal level of education, professional experience and educational goals.
Choosing the right educational offer is not easy for many prospective students.
Which training and further education is the right one for my path?
Our education advisory team will guide you through the "education jungle", providing specific input and relevant background information to help you choose the right offer.
Your advantages:
You will receive
- Suggestions for suitable courses, seminars or training programs based on the information you provide in the questionnaire
- An overview of the different levels and types of education
- Information about the Swiss education system
We offer our educational counseling in the following languages on request: French, Italian, English
Register now and concretize your training plans.

Sofort zur richtigen Weiterbildung
Attraktive Services für Swiss Post Mitarbeitende
Kostenlose Services
» Bildungsberatung (Wert: CHF 150.–)
Bildungs- und Businessratgeber (Wert: CHF 175.–)
» Rabatte
Attraktive Rabattierungen seitens der Bildungsanbieter.
Massgeschneiderte Bildungsangebote
Ohne grossen Zeitaufwand den besten Trainer, Coach oder Schulungsanbieter finden
Bildungsangebot Schweiz
Aus über 700 Bildungsanbietern das richtige Bildungsangebot finden