Certified EKG Technician

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Cost: $2,995

170 Course Hours

Code: GES1047

Open Enrollment

Self-Guided

Test Voucher Included

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Overview

Electrocardiography (EKG) technicians are vital members of any healthcare team. If you want to join the booming healthcare industry as an EKG tech, this course will train you to apply, monitor, and measure electrocardiography tests in a flexible, online learning environment. Upon completion of this course, you will have the option of choosing between AECA’s provisional Certified EKG Technician Specialist (CETS) certification exam OR the National Healthcareer Association’s (NHA) Certified EKG Technician (CET) exam.

Job Outlook for CCMAs

The US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) forecasts 24% growth in the demand for EKG technicians between now and 2029, much faster than the average for all occupations.
According to the National Healthcareer Association, the median annual salary for EKG technicians is $56,850 with top earners pulling in over $93,000 per year.

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Course Objectives

Understand what an EKG Technician does and how to perform on the job
Work with doctors, nurses and other professionals to provide essential healthcare
Become eligible to sit for the provisional Certified EKG Technician Specialist (CETS) exam through the AECA or the Certified EKG Technician (CET) certification exam through the NHA
Receive job assistance from our Externship Coordinator and access to our Externship Starter Kit

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does and EKG Technician Do?

Electrocardiography (EKG) technicians who apply, monitor, and measure electrocardiography testing are important to any healthcare team. They administer various cardiovascular tests including measuring basic vital signs, performing rapid response procedures, operating an EKG machine, and identifying rhythms.

Is certification necessary for EKG technicians?

Over 80% of those hiring EKG technicians require certification. With our EKG Technician training course, you will be fully prepared to sit for one of two national certifications after completing our course. You will have the option of choosing between AECA’s provisional Certified EKG Technician Specialist (CETS) certification exam OR the National Healthcareer Association’s (NHA) Certified EKG Technician (CET) exam.

What titles are associated with an EKG technician?

According to the National Healthcareer Association, some common titles may include:

Monitor Technician
Telemetry Technician
Biomedical Equipment Technician

What skills are important for EKG Technicians?

EKG technicians need to be able to read, monitor, and report EKG tests precisely and accurately, communicate with doctors, nurses, and other professionals to provide essential healthcare, use electrocardiography equipment, interpret and calculate data, relate to patients and understand the difficulties and stress they may encounter.

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Please note that the Collins Promise Scholarship is available exclusively for graduates from Lawrence County high schools who enroll in on-site adult education programs at Collins Career Technical Center in the school year immediately following high school graduation, or within five years of graduation.

Although we strive to offer comprehensive financial support, it is important to clarify that the Collins Promise Scholarship does not extend to the Collins To-Go online options. For those interested in Collins To-Go programs, we encourage you to explore other forms of financial aid that may be available for online study.

For full details on the Collins Promise Scholarship, including eligibility requirements and how to apply, please visit: Collins Promise Scholarship.

The courses offered under the `Collins2Go` program, in partnership with Ed2Go, aim to impart valuable industry-specific knowledge and skills, leading to industry-recognized credentials. Please note that these courses are not eligible for credit towards any formal academic programs at our institution. Furthermore, `Collins2Go` courses are not included in our district's accreditation from the Council on Occupational Education.