Electrocardiogram Technician
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Comprehensive Training
The purpose of the Electrocardiogram Technician program is to train students to acquire skills necessary for successful employment in any capacity of this discipline at any healthcare facility. The electrocardiogram represents the reading of the electrical activity of the heart. Today, the EKG machine remains one of the most important diagnostic tools. The medical profession currently uses these abbreviations (EKG or ECG) for electrocardiograms. This course will teach students the most essential procedure and interpretation of a 12-lead EKG. Mastering the reading of frequently encountered normal and abnormal heart rhythms, cardiac emergencies, diagnostic tests, and the ability to learn about cardiac diseases and medications. Students will receive theoretical and practical knowledge to succeed in this complex field.
About Our Electrocardiogram Technician program
This course will focus on teaching students the essential procedure and interpretation of a 12-lead EKG and mastering the reading of frequently encountered normal and abnormal heart rhythms, cardiac emergencies, diagnosis tests, and the ability to learn about cardiac diseases and medications. Students will be provided with theoretical and practical knowledge to succeed in this complex field.
The program's length is 300 clock hours, 180 hours spent in the classroom, and 120 hours to be completed at an internship/externship site.
Upon successful completion of this courses, graduates will be able to take certification exam for National Certification with National Center for Competency Testing.
Career Outlook
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) predicted that the decade
2020-2030 could see the employment of all cardiovascular technicians
and technologists increase by 8% (www.bls.gov). As the population
ages, older people will require more EKGs since heart disease and other cardiovascular problems become more prevalent with age. Since hospital aides often have replaced EKG technicians who are only
proficient in EKGs, you should also be familiar with Holter monitoring
and stress testing to increase your job prospects.
Program Length
The length of the program is 17 Weeks, 300 hours, 180 hours spent in the classroom, and 120 hours to be
completed at an internship/externship site, including 20 hours of Career Development. Classes will be held
during the day, evening, and or weekends.
Classes are Monday to Thursday
9:00 am to 3:00 pm (morning)
5:00 pm to 10:00 pm (evening)
Office Hours
Monday to Friday
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Minimum Admission Requirements
Applicants are required to have high school diploma or its equivalent.