EKG (Electrocardiograph) Technician
Class Schedule & Enrollment Form
5 Weeks, Fridays
Times: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
EKG (Electrocardiograph) Technician Program Policies and Admission Requirements
The EKG (Electrocardiograph) Technician program is a 40-hour course that will be scheduled for one (1) day a week, eight (8) hours for a total of five (5) weeks. The EKG (Electrocardiograph) Technician administers and interprets EKG tests in a variety of clinical settings including hospitals and physicians’ offices. The Certified EKG Technician (CET) prepares and educates patients prior to collecting valuable diagnostic data that is used by the physician to determine cardiovascular functions/rhythm.
The Mid-America Nursing & Allied-Health EKG (Electrocardiograph) Technician program will provide students with the real-world clinical skills that are essential to working in the hospital environment and physicians’ offices to monitor the electrical conduction of the heart; prepare the patient for stress testing and be able to apply Holter monitors. Each student will be prepared to assist physicians in proper placement of EKG lead using their knowledge of 3-lead, 5-lead or 12 lead electrodes on patients.
The curriculum residentials for the duration of the program. Students will be grounded with solid understanding of human anatomy, EKG theory, EKG application and monitoring, stress testing, and infection control, patient care and HIPPA rule/confidentiality. The Mid-America Nursing & Allied-Health EKG (Electrocardiograph) Technician program will provide students with the clinical, technical, and professional skills they need to be successful in the health care industry. Upon completion of the four (4) weeks program, students will have the clinical knowledge and proficiency required of the EKG Technician and will be prepared to take the National Certification examination through the National Healthcare Association (NHA). Upon successful completion of the EKG (Electrocardiograph) Technician program, the student will be awarded a Certificate of completion in EKG. The application and examination fee for National Certification exam is included in the tuition for this program.
Certification upon successful completion of NHA Exam: EKG Technician National Certification (CET)
The course is a practical, hands on training through use of demonstration and skills practice. Students will be required to practice on each other to gain real world experience.
Job Titles for those with EKG/ECG Technician skills could include:
- EKG Technician
- Monitor Technician
- Telemetry Technician
- Biomedical Equipment Technician
- Certified EKG Technician
You may qualify for Kansas Workforce KHPOP, or MO Full Employment Council (FEC) financial assistance. Call us for more details.
Admission Requirements
- Complete admission package
- Valid State ID and SSN
- High School Diploma/GED
- Plain Black Scrub set
- $100 to hold your spot (non-refundable with no-show to class).
- Full payment before first day of class.
Tuition $865.00 – includes:
- NHA exam fee
- Study Guide and NHA Practice Tests
- Lab supplies
What's the Job Outlook?
According to BLS data, job opportunities for cardiovascular technologists and technicians across specialties is expected to grow 22% by 2024, with a 2015 median salary of $54,880, based on skills and experience. This is a faster growth than the average for all occupations. Some factors driving this growth include:
- Aging baby boomers
- Rapidly-evolving imaging technology that is replacing more expensive and invasive procedures
Dropping prices in technology which makes it affordable to medical providers outside of hospitals (so doctors’ offices and diagnostic facilities need EKG technicians as well).
