Graduation Requirements
Students usually complete the Master of Science in Cardiovascular Science degree in seven consecutive quarters. To qualify for graduation with the master’s degree, students must:

• Follow an approved course of study leading to the completion of a master’s project acceptable to the student’s Academic Review Committee;
• Satisfactorily complete all professional courses with a cumulative grade point average of 2.750, have no course or rotation below a C, and satisfactorily complete a final general exercise (Program Summative Evaluation) involving a comprehensive knowledge-based and skills-based examination;
• Satisfactorily complete the required 102.5 quarter-credit hours in the overall course of study during which time a grade of F has not been issued;
• Receive a favorable recommendation for master’s degree conferral from the Cardiovascular Science Program Student Academic Review Committee and the College of Health Sciences (CHS) Student Promotion and Graduation Committee;
• Be recommended for conferral of the master’s degree by the University Faculty Senate;
• Settle all financial accounts with the University; and
• Submit a properly completed and signed graduation clearance form to the Office of the Registrar.
  

Licensure Requirements
Licensure is not required in all states, including Arizona. In some states, students must successfully complete a Perfusion Education Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Certification is achieved by passing the certifying examination administered by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP).

For further information regarding the ABCP certifying examination contact:
The American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCP)
207 N. 25th Avenue
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
601/582-2227