Congenital Heart Diseases

  • Course Duration1 month
  • Learning FormatOnline Learning
  • Course Fee£ 99 GBP

Course Overview

The Congenital Heart Disease course provides a compact yet comprehensive understanding of congenital cardiac defects, their diagnosis, management, and long-term care. This online course is ideal for healthcare professionals, nursing students, and allied health workers looking to build expertise in pediatric and congenital cardiology. Through practical, case-based learning, learners will explore diagnostic tools, surgical and medical therapies, and emerging advances in CHD management.

Course Curriculum

6 modules 24 hours
  • Overview of congenital heart disease (CHD), epidemiology, embryology of cardiac development, and classification of defects.
  • Covers pathophysiology, haemodynamic changes, and clinical significance of defects such as ASD, VSD, PDA, and TOF.
  • Discusses clinical assessment, echocardiography, cardiac catheterisation, MRI, and other diagnostic tools for CHD evaluation.
  • Explains pharmacological treatment, indications for surgical interventions, types of surgeries, and postoperative care.
  • Covers potential complications, arrhythmias, pulmonary hypertension, and long-term follow-up considerations for CHD patients.
  • Reviews emerging interventional techniques, genetic research, and future trends in diagnosis and management of CHD.

Skills Covered

  • • Recognition and classification of congenital heart defects
  • • Understanding CHD-related hemodynamics and clinical impact
  • • CHD imaging and diagnostic interpretation
  • • Principles of pediatric cardiology and surgical care
  • • Long-term management and patient monitoring
  • • Integration of emerging technologies in cardiology

Why join this program?

  • • Ideal for nurses, paramedics, medical students, and pediatric care professionals.
  • • Builds foundational and practical knowledge in a specialized cardiac field.
  • • Helps prepare for clinical placements or pediatric cardiology units.
  • • Delivered by experienced educators with real-world clinical insights.
  • • Flexible, case-based learning for busy healthcare learners.

Course Objectives/key Features

  • • 24 hours of high-impact online instruction.
  • • Focused modules based on real-life pediatric cardiology scenarios.
  • • Visual case discussions and imaging interpretation exercises.
  • • Certificate on completion and downloadable learning materials.
  • • Tutor guidance and Q&A support throughout the course.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
  • • Understand the embryological basis and classification of CHDs.
  • • Analyse pathophysiological changes in key congenital defects.
  • • Perform and interpret diagnostic tests including echocardiography and MRI.
  • • Apply principles of pharmacologic and surgical treatment of CHD.
  • • Recognise and manage complications like arrhythmias and hypertension.
  • • Explore cutting-edge techniques and future directions in CHD management.

Why Choose London Technology College?

  • • Open to All – Whether you're brand new or brushing up your skills, our courses are designed to meet you where you are.
  • • Practical Approach – Learn by doing, with hands-on exercises that reflect real-world office tasks.
  • • Experienced Tutors – Our instructors bring real industry know-how and a passion for teaching.
  • • Certificate of Completion – Add an accredited certificate to your CV or LinkedIn profile to boost your job prospects.
  • • Flexible Learning Options – Study at your own pace, from anywhere in the world. Ideal for working professionals and international students seeking flexibility without compromising quality.
  • • Job-Ready Skills – Get trained in tools and techniques that employers actually look for.
  • • Support That Stays With You – Need help? Our team is here from start to finish—no question is too small.
  • • Learn at Your Own Pace – Take your time or move quickly—the course is designed to adapt to your needs.
  • • Hands-On Projects – Put your skills into action with tasks like reports, spreadsheets, resumes, and more.

Certificate of Completion

Upon completing the course, learners will receive a Certificate in Congenital Heart Disease from London Technology College. This certificate affirms your ability to understand, diagnose, and manage CHD cases across clinical settings, and adds value to your credentials in pediatric or cardiovascular care.

Earn Your Congenital Heart Disease Certificate:

  • •UK-verified certificate from London Technology College.
  • • Practical knowledge in congenital cardiology and diagnostic imaging.
  • • Skills to manage CHD patients across different stages of care.
  • • Credential suitable for clinical nurses, pediatric professionals, and cardiology trainees.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Healthcare students, nurses, junior doctors, and professionals interested in pediatric or cardiac care.

Not necessary. A background in healthcare or life sciences is helpful but not required.

Yes, this is a fully online course with flexible access for one month.

Yes, you’ll be awarded a Certificate in Congenital Heart Disease from London Technology College upon completion.

Yes, the course includes visual and scenario-based learning for clinical insight.