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Cardiovascular Perfusion (CVP)

MASTER IN CARDIOVASCULAR PERFUSION SCIENCE 


Welcome from the Directors 

Welcome to Emory University’s Cardiovascular Perfusion Program in the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing. The monumental efforts to create this program have been years in the making, and we are excited that you will make history as a part of the inaugural class. 

We are confident that you will find your training to be enriched with knowledge provided by an array of highly accomplished academic and clinical professionals with years of training and experience. Using the latest in simulation technology, this program will educate, provide clinical skills, and graduate the highest quality perfusionists in the world. There is no doubt that we will accomplish this together, starting with you. You have been selected as the few amongst many! Emory University’s motto now applies to you: “Cor Prudentis possidentis scientiam.” “The wise heart seeks knowledge.” May you seek knowledge during your time here, and forever in the science of your fellow man. Once again, welcome and we look forward to meeting you in-person during your orientation. 

Sincerely, 

Erick D. McNair, PhD, MSc, CCP, FICA 

Associate Professor 

Cardiovascular Perfusion Program Director erick.mcnair@emory.edu 

Brian D. White, MS, RN, CCP, LP 

Clinical Coordinator 

Cardiovascular Perfusion Program Assistant Director brian.d.white@emory.edu 


Introduction 

The Cardiovascular Perfusion Science Program is a is a full-time, five semester, campus-based program with classroom (lecture and seminar), laboratory, simulation, and clinical practica sites within Georgia. 

Facts: 

  • The degree earned is a MSc. 

  • The MSCP plan of study is 65.5 semester hours over five (5) semesters of continuous enrollment (approximately 20 months). 

  • The course load is nine (9) credit hours per semester to be considered full-time. 

  • Program delivery: the majority of classes are in-person. 

  • Full-time option only.