EKG Technician
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 9/17/2024
Program Description
EKG Technician course gives the student an overview of anatomy, physiology and EKG machine components, EKG paper, eletrodes, lead wires performance of EKG, common EKG technical issues and resolution, and EKG abnormalities in common cardiology disorders. EKG Technician certification program prepares students to function as EKG Technicians and this course will include important practice and background information on anatomy of the heart and physiology, medical disease processes, medical terminology, medical ethics, legal aspects of patient contact, laboratory assisting, electrocardiography and echocardiography. Additionally, students will practice with the chest wall for proper lead placement, 12-lead placement and other clinical practices.
Objective:
.Identify basic normal EKG waveform morphology
.Describe the normal physiology of cardiac conduction
.Distinguish between basic dysrhythmias
.Describe the physiological consequences and treatments of these basic dysrhythmias
Established in 2010
CIP: 51-0902 Electrocardiograph Technology/Technician.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
National College of Health
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
NCCT, NHA
Quality Assurance
- National Healthcareer Association, National center for Compentancy Testing
- Industry Standard: Healthcare Industry such as requirements.
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
8 Weeks ( 75.00 Hours / 0.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $2,595.00 |
| Books | $250.00 |
| Fees | $75.00 |
| Tests | $160.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $420.00 |
| Total Cost | $3,500.00 |
Financial Aid
Application Procedure
Admission requirements and Procedures: Certificate Programs
An applicant must be at least 18 years old and provide proof of having earned a high school diploma, certificate or other proof of graduation from an accredited secondary education institution or the relevant equivalent of such graduation; e.g., a GED certificate. As there may be additional program-related requirements, please refer to the specific program description for details.
Following is the procedure for admission:
.Schedule an appointment with an admissions representative
.Submit a copy of photo identification
.Submit a proof of high school graduation or equivalent
The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $3,000.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Weekend Classes
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
Performance Data
Program: EKG Technician
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 9/17/2024
Program Description
EKG Technician course gives the student an overview of anatomy, physiology and EKG machine components, EKG paper, eletrodes, lead wires performance of EKG, common EKG technical issues and resolution, and EKG abnormalities in common cardiology disorders. EKG Technician certification program prepares students to function as EKG Technicians and this course will include important practice and background information on anatomy of the heart and physiology, medical disease processes, medical terminology, medical ethics, legal aspects of patient contact, laboratory assisting, electrocardiography and echocardiography. Additionally, students will practice with the chest wall for proper lead placement, 12-lead placement and other clinical practices.
Objective:
.Identify basic normal EKG waveform morphology
.Describe the normal physiology of cardiac conduction
.Distinguish between basic dysrhythmias
.Describe the physiological consequences and treatments of these basic dysrhythmias
Established in 2010
CIP: 51-0902 Electrocardiograph Technology/Technician.
Provider Information
National College of Health
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
NCCT, NHA
Quality Assurance
- National Healthcareer Association, National center for Compentancy Testing
- Industry Standard: Healthcare Industry such as requirements.
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
8 Weeks ( 75.00 Hours / 0.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $2,595.00 |
| Books | $250.00 |
| Fees | $75.00 |
| Tests | $160.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $420.00 |
| Total Cost | $3,500.00 |
Financial Aid
Application Procedure
Admission requirements and Procedures: Certificate Programs
An applicant must be at least 18 years old and provide proof of having earned a high school diploma, certificate or other proof of graduation from an accredited secondary education institution or the relevant equivalent of such graduation; e.g., a GED certificate. As there may be additional program-related requirements, please refer to the specific program description for details.
Following is the procedure for admission:
.Schedule an appointment with an admissions representative
.Submit a copy of photo identification
.Submit a proof of high school graduation or equivalent
The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $3,000.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Weekend Classes
- Night Classes
- Day Classes