EKG Technician
Learn the anatomy and physiology of the heart, including the electrical conduction system and how it affects heart function, so you can become a certified EKG technician.
The course covers the cardiac cycle, common artifacts and cardiac terminology, and students learn how to prepare patients, properly place leads and mount and run an EKG strip correctly.
The program prepares students for the Certified EKG Technician exam through the National Healthcareer Association and the Certified Cardiographic Technician exam through Cardiovascular Credentialing International.
The course is a mix of online and in-person instruction. Students meet in class and then complete further study online via Blackboard. Check the course details for specific dates.
NOTE: Students must be proficient in the English language.
Industry-recognized credential: CET (Certified EKG Technician) or CCT (Certified Cardiographic Technician) through
Complete course in: Three months or less
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EKG Technician Courses
EKG Cardiovascular Technician/Monitor
Course Objectives
Explain the role of the EKG technician in a variety of settings.
Understand medical terminology related to electrocardiography.
Explain the anatomy and physiology of the heart.
Prepare a patient for a 12 and 5 lead EKG.
Analyze and interpret basic EKG strips.
Understand normal sinus rhythm, sinus bradycardia, sinus tachycardia, etc.
Perform 10 live EKG strips.
Outline of Instruction
The role of the EKG technician in a varitety of settings.
Medical terminology related to electrocardiography.
Anatomy and physiology of the heart.
Twelve and five lead EKG monitors.
Interpretation of EKG strips.
Cardiac normal and abnormal rhythms.
Performing live EKG strips.
Contact Hours
120
CEUs
No
Industry Standard, State or National Certification
Certification
CET - Certified EKG Technician, CCT Certified Cardiographic Technician
Website
National Healthcareer Association http://www.nhanow.com
Cardiovascular Credentialing International http://cci-online.org
Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements
This course is designed and approved to prepare the student to become a certified EKG (ECG) and Technician/Monitor
Set up and administer EKGs (electrocardiograms) and stress tests
Prepare patients for Holter or ambulatory monitoring
Edit and deliver final test results to physicians for analysis
Transcribe physicians' interpretations
CE or CU Articulation
No
Prerequisites
High school diploma or GED
Learning Supplies Needed
Please see class 'details' for required textbook and/or supplies
Clinical Site/Special Facilities
none
Requirements for Successful Completion
80% attendance
10 live EKG strips
Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements
N/A
Intended Audience
Anyone interested in entering the cardiology field.
Specific Industry or Business Support Needs
N/A
Wake County Need for Industry Positions
N/A
Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment
Related Courses
Course Contact Information
Health Science Non-Degree Programs https://cehealth.waketech.edu
919-747-0140
[email protected]
| Details | Section | Date(s) | Location | Price | Seats | 316601 | 08/19/25 - 10/21/25 | Perry Health Sciences Campus | 218.00 | 0 |
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