Diploma in Cardiac Pacing: Master Pacemakers, ICDs, CRT & Advanced Device Therapy (2026 Edition)

Diploma in Cardiac Pacing: Master Pacemakers, ICDs, CRT & Advanced Device Therapy (2026 Edition)

Build Advanced Knowledge in Cardiac Rhythm & Device Therapy

The Diploma in Cardiac Pacing is a comprehensive educational programme designed to develop your understanding of pacemakers, implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs), cardiac resynchronisation therapy (CRT), cardiac conduction and advanced cardiac device therapy.

Whether you are developing healthcare knowledge, expanding clinical expertise or preparing for greater responsibility in cardiac and multidisciplinary environments, this course provides a structured introduction to modern cardiac pacing and implantable cardiac devices.

Understand the Cardiac Conduction System

Explore the fundamentals of cardiac anatomy, electrophysiology and conduction. Understand how electrical impulses originate, travel through the heart and coordinate cardiac contraction.

Key areas include:

• SA node and AV node function.
• Atrial and ventricular conduction.
• The His-Purkinje system.
• Normal cardiac rhythm.
• Bradyarrhythmias and conduction disorders.
• Heart block and electrical disturbances.
• Principles behind artificial cardiac pacing.

This foundation helps explain why and when device therapy may be considered.

Pacemakers: Principles, Types & Clinical Concepts

Explore permanent pacemaker concepts, device architecture and the relationship between sensing, pacing and cardiac response.

Study single- and dual-chamber systems, leads and lead-positioning concepts, pulse generators, sensing and pacing thresholds, basic pacing modes, rate-responsive pacing, indications and follow-up monitoring.

Develop awareness of how clinicians assess device performance and interpret relevant information within wider patient-management processes.

ICDs: Protection Against Life-Threatening Arrhythmias

Implantable cardioverter-defibrillators provide sophisticated rhythm-management capabilities and can detect and respond to certain potentially dangerous ventricular arrhythmias.

Develop knowledge of ICD indications, components, detection principles and therapy concepts, including the distinction between pacing support and defibrillation therapy.

Topics include:

• ICD system components.
• Ventricular tachycardia and ventricular fibrillation concepts.
• Arrhythmia detection.
• Anti-tachycardia pacing.
• Cardioversion and defibrillation concepts.
• ICD programming, interrogation and monitoring.
• Patient education and safety considerations.

CRT: Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy

Explore Cardiac Resynchronisation Therapy and its role in selected patients with heart failure and electrical dyssynchrony. Examine the principles of biventricular pacing, ventricular synchronisation and device-based approaches designed to coordinate cardiac contraction.

Study CRT-P and CRT-D concepts, electrical dyssynchrony, lead configuration, patient-selection concepts, programming considerations, follow-up, response assessment and multidisciplinary management.

Device Components, Implantation & Programming Concepts

Gain structured knowledge of modern cardiac implantable electronic devices and the roles of pulse generators, atrial and ventricular leads, connectors, sensing systems, telemetry, programmers, batteries, longevity and pacing parameters.

The course introduces procedural planning, lead-placement principles, device positioning and post-procedure considerations without presenting educational content as a substitute for supervised procedural training.

Develop awareness of programming parameters such as rate, output and sensitivity and how these may influence device behaviour.

Monitoring, Follow-Up & Troubleshooting

Effective device therapy requires ongoing assessment. Learn fundamental concepts behind pacemaker and ICD monitoring, device interrogation and recognising situations requiring further clinical assessment.

Explore routine follow-up, remote monitoring, battery status, lead integrity, sensing and capture assessment, abnormal device behaviour, troubleshooting approaches and escalation principles.

Develop the analytical mindset needed to understand device-related information and communicate concerns effectively within a clinical team.

Complications & Patient Safety

Cardiac device therapy involves potential risks, making complication awareness essential. Explore infection, lead displacement or dysfunction, failure to capture or sense, device malfunction, pocket-related concerns, inappropriate ICD therapies and post-procedure issues.

The course emphasises recognition, documentation, communication and appropriate escalation rather than independent diagnosis or treatment outside a learner’s scope.

Patient Education & Communication

Technology is only one part of effective cardiac device care. Explore how professionals provide clear, compassionate information about device purpose, follow-up appointments, monitoring, activity considerations, device identification, emotional concerns and when urgent medical attention may be required.

Multidisciplinary Cardiac Care

Build awareness of teamwork involving cardiologists, electrophysiology specialists, cardiac physiologists, nurses, technicians and other healthcare professionals. Understand the importance of defined roles, accurate information sharing, documentation and coordinated patient education.

Who Is This Course For?

This diploma may suit cardiology and cardiac-care learners, nurses, cardiac physiologists, technicians, healthcare professionals, students, device-clinic support staff and professionals seeking structured continuing education in pacemakers, ICDs and CRT.

Key Learning Benefits

By completing this course, you can develop:

• A stronger foundation in cardiac conduction and rhythm.
• Understanding of pacemakers, ICDs and CRT.
• Awareness of device components and programming concepts.
• Insight into monitoring, follow-up and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of complications, safety and escalation.
• Patient-education and multidisciplinary communication awareness.
• Confidence for further cardiac-device learning and development.

Advance Your Cardiac Device Knowledge

Cardiac pacing is a specialised and evolving area of healthcare. This diploma provides an engaging educational pathway for learners ready to understand the principles behind modern device therapy and contribute appropriately within professional teams.

Enrol today and take the next step toward developing your cardiac pacing knowledge.

Professional Disclaimer

This course is for educational and professional-development purposes only. It does not replace regulated cardiology or cardiac-physiology qualifications, registration, licensure, supervised clinical training, employer-required education or professional judgement. Completion does not authorise diagnosis, treatment, implantation, programming, interrogation or independent management of cardiac devices. Learners must follow local laws, institutional policies, current clinical guidance, professional standards and scope-of-practice requirements, and seek appropriate qualified supervision and advice.