Program Total Hours | 60 |
School Tuition | $490.00 |
Books Fee / Uniform | $80.00 / $40.00 |
Registration Fee | $40.00 |
Total | $650.00 |
The Electrocardiograph Technician, or EKG Tech, is an important member of the patient care team working primarily with patients who experience cardio-related symptoms. This course combines theory and practice, covering important background on the anatomy and physiology of the heart and chest, heart disease and disease processes, medical terminology, and the legal and ethical aspects of patient contact. You will learn all electrocardiograph techniques, including the operation of EKG equipment, techniques of tracing, basic interpretations, specialized procedures related to EKG, and proper mounting.
Our EKG Technician course is designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge necessary to perform EKG testing, as well as related clerical duties. The course covers topics such as:
After completing our EKG Technician course, you will be able to:
An EKG Technician is responsible for performing electrocardiogram (EKG) tests on patients. EKGs are used to detect heart irregularities and diagnose various heart conditions. EKG Technicians must be able to explain the procedure to patients, as well as answer any questions they may have. They must also be able to properly position the EKG leads on the patient's body and ensure that the EKG machine is working properly. After the EKG test is complete, the EKG Technician will review the results with a physician.