EKG Technician (In-Person)
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 4
Last Re-Certification Date: 4/30/2026
Program Description
This comprehensive In-Person, 50-hour EKG Technician Certification Program prepares students to function as EKG Technicians. This course includes important practice and background information on the anatomy and physiology of the heart, medical disease processes, medical terminology, medical ethics, legal aspects of patient contact, electrocardiography, and stress testing. Additionally, students will practice with EKG equipment and perform hands-on labs including an introduction to the function and proper use of the EKG machine, the normal anatomy of the chest wall for proper lead placement, 12-lead placement, and other clinical practices.
Students will also have the option to complete and receive their CPR/BLS certification
Established in 2025
CIP: 51-0902 Electrocardiograph Technology/Technician.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
Illinois Valley Community College
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
NWCA and NHA
Quality Assurance
- Industry Standard: NWCA Certified EKG Technician (CET) and NHA Certified EKG Technician (CET).
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification, Certificate of Completion - Apprenticeship, Employment, Measurable Skills Gain (Lead to Credential), Measurable Skills Gain (Lead to Employment)
10 Weeks ( 50.00 Hours / 71.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $1,299.00 |
| Books | $900.00 |
| Fees | $300.00 |
| Tests | $129.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $3,000.00 |
| Total Cost | $5,628.00 |
Financial Aid
Application Procedure
This course is provided through IVCC's Continuing Education Center. Students must complete and submit an application to the program manager, who will then follow up to discuss next steps. For assistance, call 815-224-0427 or visit www.ivcc.edu/enroll.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Math - MTH 0920
- Reading - RED 0900
- Prerequisites - Anatomy and Physiology I and I, BIO 1007/1008
- Other - GED
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Night Classes
Performance Data
Program: EKG Technician (In-Person)
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 4
Last Re-Certification Date: 4/30/2026
Program Description
This comprehensive In-Person, 50-hour EKG Technician Certification Program prepares students to function as EKG Technicians. This course includes important practice and background information on the anatomy and physiology of the heart, medical disease processes, medical terminology, medical ethics, legal aspects of patient contact, electrocardiography, and stress testing. Additionally, students will practice with EKG equipment and perform hands-on labs including an introduction to the function and proper use of the EKG machine, the normal anatomy of the chest wall for proper lead placement, 12-lead placement, and other clinical practices.
Students will also have the option to complete and receive their CPR/BLS certification
Established in 2025
CIP: 51-0902 Electrocardiograph Technology/Technician.
Provider Information
Illinois Valley Community College
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
NWCA and NHA
Quality Assurance
- Industry Standard: NWCA Certified EKG Technician (CET) and NHA Certified EKG Technician (CET).
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification, Certificate of Completion - Apprenticeship, Employment, Measurable Skills Gain (Lead to Credential), Measurable Skills Gain (Lead to Employment)
10 Weeks ( 50.00 Hours / 71.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $1,299.00 |
| Books | $900.00 |
| Fees | $300.00 |
| Tests | $129.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $3,000.00 |
| Total Cost | $5,628.00 |
Financial Aid
Application Procedure
This course is provided through IVCC's Continuing Education Center. Students must complete and submit an application to the program manager, who will then follow up to discuss next steps. For assistance, call 815-224-0427 or visit www.ivcc.edu/enroll.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Math - MTH 0920
- Reading - RED 0900
- Prerequisites - Anatomy and Physiology I and I, BIO 1007/1008
- Other - GED
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Night Classes