IJN college CERTIFICATE IN CARDIOVASCULAR AND THORACIC SCIENCES
Description
IJN University College (IJNUC), formerly IJN College, established in 2007 as the IJN Training Division and upgraded to university college status on May 13, 2025, is a leading Malaysian private institution specializing in healthcare education, particularly in cardiovascular and allied health sciences. Affiliated with the National Heart Institute (IJN), Malaysia’s premier cardiac center, IJNUC serves over 1,000 students from diverse backgrounds across its Kuala Lumpur campus—adjacent to IJN Hospital and accessible via public transport. Featuring advanced simulation labs, clinical training facilities, and digital resources, the institution fosters hands-on learning in a multicultural environment. Accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and approved by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE, R2/721/6/0030; A 8975), IJNUC emphasizes ethical practice, innovation, and global competencies, aligning with Malaysia’s Education Blueprint and UN Sustainable Development Goals. Its alumni network, exceeding 400 graduates from flagship programs, drives employability in healthcare systems locally and internationally.
IJNUC’s Faculty of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Sciences offers specialized programs equipping professionals with advanced skills in cardiac and thoracic care. The Certificate in Cardiovascular and Thoracic Sciences (CVTS), a one-year full-time post-basic program, is a skill-based higher learning qualification designed for healthcare practitioners seeking specialization in cardiovascular and thoracic disciplines. This MQA-accredited certificate, comprising three semesters (39 credit hours per discipline), focuses on anatomy, disease mechanisms, diagnostic techniques, and therapeutic interventions for heart and lung conditions. Core modules cover perfusion technology, cardiac lab skills, radiography, nursing, and biomedical sciences, blending theoretical lectures with intensive practical sessions at IJN Hospital under expert mentors. Experiential learning includes clinical placements, simulations, and ethical training, preparing graduates to excel in hospital and community settings. Upon completion, recipients earn a recognized certificate that enhances competencies for roles like cardiac technologists, specialized nurses, or radiographers, with 90% employability in Malaysia’s growing healthcare sector.
This certificate serves as a foundational credential, articulating into advanced diplomas or bachelor’s degrees in cardiovascular technology.
Beyond the CVTS, IJNUC provides a comprehensive array of degrees, diplomas, and certificates across healthcare and managerial sciences. Foundational options include the Diploma in Medical and Health Sciences (3 years, 180 ECTS-equivalent under Bologna Process alignment), training multi-skilled professionals in allied health, and short-cycle certificates like Basic Life Support (BLS) or Patient Care Assistant (1-3 months). Advanced qualifications encompass the Advanced Diploma in Cardiac Nursing and Post-Basic in Infection Control, focusing on critical care and renal dialysis. Bachelor’s degrees, launching in September 2025, include the Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Cardiovascular Technology and Bachelor of Nursing Science, emphasizing research and clinical expertise. Postgraduate certificates in ACLS and professional cardiac nursing support upskilling, while diplomas in Physiotherapy, Occupational Safety and Health, and Healthcare Management cater to broader needs. Master’s and PhD programs in health sciences, alongside managerial diplomas in Business Administration and Human Resource Management, offer pathways for leadership roles. These modular credentials, often HRD Corp-subsidized, facilitate international mobility through partnerships.
Admission to the CVTS requires a diploma or bachelor’s in biomedical sciences, nursing, or related fields, plus one year of relevant experience; applications via IJNUC’s portal with interviews assessing aptitude. English proficiency (IELTS 5.5+) applies for internationals, with rolling intakes in January and September.
IJNUC’s career services, clinical partnerships with IJN, and alumni events connect graduates to opportunities in hospitals, NGOs, and global health firms. Committed to inclusivity, excellence, and cardiovascular innovation, IJNUC’s certificates, diplomas, degrees, and advanced qualifications in cardiovascular and thoracic sciences empower professionals to advance cardiac care, making it Malaysia’s niche leader in specialized healthcare education.
