Certification Programmes
Certification proposed by ESC subspecialty communities
Certification programme
Select your specialty
Acute Cardiac Care Certification
Certification organised by the Acute Cardiovascular Care Association (ACVC).
Cardio-Oncology Certification
Validate your expertise with the ESC Cardio Oncology Certification an international standard recognising the specialised knowledge and clinical competence needed to deliver excellence in cardio oncology care.
Heart Failure Certification
Certification organised by the Heart Failure Association (HFA).
Heart Rhythm Certification
Certification organised by the European Heart Rhythm Association (EHRA).
CV Imaging Certification
Certification organised by the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging (EACVI)
Interventional Cardiology Certification
Our certification programme seeks to set a standard for competency and excellence in the field of interventional cardiology across Europe and beyond.
Preventive Cardiology Certification
The EAPC Certification programme seeks to set a standard for competency and excellence in the field of preventive cardiology across Europe and beyond.
Benefits of participating
Upcoming exams
HFA Certification Online Exam - Winter
Registration for ESC exams is individual, for certified or trainee cardiologists only, managed on a first-come, first-served basis until capacity is reached or 15 days before the exam, requires correct payment in euros by credit card, and is subject to strict cancellation, refund, and liability policies.
EHRA (AP/CIED) in English Online Certification Exam Allied Professionals in Cardiac Pacing and ICDs
Registration for all ESC-administered exams is individual, first-come, first-served, requires payment in euros by credit card before the deadline, and is subject to ESC terms, cancellation policies, and liability conditions.
EHRA Online Certification Exam in English - CIED
Exam registration is individual and managed on a first-come, first-served basis, closing 15 days before the exam or once capacity is reached; candidates must submit proof of their medical degree, pay in euros by credit card, and may cancel up to four weeks in advance for a partial refund, with all ESC terms and liability conditions applying up.
EHRA (AP/EP) in English Online Certification Exam for Allied Professionals in Electrophysiology
Registration for ESC-administered exams is individual, first-come, first-served, must be completed online with payment in euros by credit card before the deadline, and is subject to ESC terms, including cancellation policies, invoice rules, and liability conditions.
EACVI Online Certification Exam - Cardiac Computed Tomography (CCT)
Exam registration is handled on a first-come, first-served basis with online registration closing once capacity is reached or 15 days before the exam; candidates must register individually, pay in euros by credit card, and may cancel up to four weeks in advance for a partial refund, accepting all ESC terms and liability conditions upon registration.
EACVI/AEPC Online Certification Exam - Congenital Heart Disease Echocardiography (Echo CHD)
Exam registration is on a first-come, first-served basis with early online registration encouraged, individual payment in euros required, strict cancellation and refund policies, EACVI members eligible for discounts, and all candidates must accept ESC terms and conditions.
EACVI/EANM Online Certification Exam - Nuclear Cardiology (NC)
Exam registration is individual, first-come, first-served, requires completion of a supervisor questionnaire, payment in euros, adherence to strict deadlines and cancellation policies, and entails acceptance of ESC terms and conditions, with EACVI members eligible for discounts.
Resources
ESC Glossary of Terms in Cardiology for Education
Definitions for commonly used terms regarding the education, training and assessment of cardiovascular healthcare professionals
ESC eLearning
ESC eLearning is your go-to destination for flexible courses, letting you study at your own pace while you earn CME Credits. With a wide range of on-demand modules, you can build on your knowledge, anytime, anywhere. We know you're busy, so we've made it simple to develop your knowledge across three levels: Core Cardiology, Subspecialty and Expert.