EKG Technician (non-credit)
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 2
Last Re-Certification Date: 7/17/2024
Program Description
Youll study basic to advanced concepts in EKG. These concepts include the basic cardiac anatomy and physiology, proper lead placement for a 5- and 12- lead, technical aspects of the EKG machine and how to calculate heart rate, how to interpret a rhythm strip, and several advanced concepts working with the 12-lead EKG machines. Youll also learn how to prep a patient for EKG monitoring and troubleshooting EKG artifacts. This training will allow you to assist the physician with diagnosing myocardial infarction, cardiac arrhythmias, and heart rhythm irregularities. EKG machines are used in physicians offices, hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities. The fee for this class includes all books, materials, and the cost of the initial certification exam to be taken at the end of class.
Established in 2017
CIP: 51-0902 Electrocardiograph Technology/Technician.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
McHenry County College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
- Healthcare Support Occupations
- (311131 )
- Medical Assistants (319092 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
NHA CET Certification
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
8 Weeks ( 24.00 Hours / 0.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $999.00 |
| Total Cost | $999.00 |
Financial Aid
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
For general information, please call a New Student Enrollment Coach in the Admissions Office at 815-479-7732. Once approved for training, please contact Kristen Mueller at 815-479-7842 or wioatraining@mchenry.edu
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Night Classes
- Other(Specify)
Performance Data
Program: EKG Technician (non-credit)
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 2
Last Re-Certification Date: 7/17/2024
Program Description
Youll study basic to advanced concepts in EKG. These concepts include the basic cardiac anatomy and physiology, proper lead placement for a 5- and 12- lead, technical aspects of the EKG machine and how to calculate heart rate, how to interpret a rhythm strip, and several advanced concepts working with the 12-lead EKG machines. Youll also learn how to prep a patient for EKG monitoring and troubleshooting EKG artifacts. This training will allow you to assist the physician with diagnosing myocardial infarction, cardiac arrhythmias, and heart rhythm irregularities. EKG machines are used in physicians offices, hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities. The fee for this class includes all books, materials, and the cost of the initial certification exam to be taken at the end of class.
Established in 2017
CIP: 51-0902 Electrocardiograph Technology/Technician.
Provider Information
McHenry County College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
- Healthcare Support Occupations
- (311131 )
-
Medical Assistants (319092 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
NHA CET Certification
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
8 Weeks ( 24.00 Hours / 0.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $999.00 |
| Total Cost | $999.00 |
Financial Aid
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
For general information, please call a New Student Enrollment Coach in the Admissions Office at 815-479-7732. Once approved for training, please contact Kristen Mueller at 815-479-7842 or wioatraining@mchenry.edu
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Night Classes
- Other(Specify)