Abcoa new admission

ABCOA (American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion) New Admission Requirements:

To become a certified Cardiovascular Perfusionist (RCP), you need to meet the eligibility criteria set by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion (ABCOA). Here are the new admission requirements:

Education:

  1. Earn an Associate's degree in Cardiovascular Perfusion Technology or a related field from a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
  2. Complete a minimum of 2,000 hours of clinical experience in a cardiovascular perfusion laboratory.

Examination:

  1. Pass the Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) examination administered by the ABCOA.

Clinical Experience:

  1. Complete a minimum of 2,000 hours of clinical experience in a cardiovascular perfusion laboratory under the supervision of a certified perfusionist.
  2. The clinical experience should include a minimum of 1,000 hours in a cardiovascular surgery setting and 500 hours in an intensive care unit (ICU) or coronary care unit (CCU).

Other Requirements:

  1. Be at least 18 years old.
  2. Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
  3. Complete a background check and provide proof of professional liability insurance.

Certification Maintenance:

  1. Complete 30 hours of continuing education every 3 years to maintain certification.
  2. Pay annual certification fees to the ABCOA.

Note: These requirements are subject to change, and it's essential to check with the ABCOA for the most up-to-date information.