EKG Monitor Technician
The ECG or EKG Technician course is now offered by Critical Care Training Center. It is designed specifically for individuals interested in becoming a certified EKG technician and for those enhancing their career in health care industry in general.
Nationally accredited
by NHA & NCCT
- Earn up to $53,000
- Get your certificate in as little as 6 days
- Pass the National Exam
- Take exciting job opportunities in hospital setting
- Financial Aid available
Course Fee
$650
Prerequisite for the course:
1. A high school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
2. No felony or misdemeanor related to the sale of drugs. Traffic violations and any other issues must be cleared up before the externship. This is the sole responsibility of each student
3. A history of vaccinations is periodically required to work in the externship
Course
Overview
What is an EKG Monitor Technician?
EKG monitor technicians are responsible for watching patients’ heart rates and reporting important changes to the nursing staff; they often use equipment that tracks several patients simultaneously. EKG monitor technicians may also perform electrocardiographs (EKGs), which read electrical impulses sent by the heart.
EKG monitor technicians work in many different settings, including but not limited to hospitals, clinics and outpatient centers.
Program Length and Duration
The program includes 48 hours of teaching, simulation and experiential learning, which takes place over a 6-day period.
Occupational Outlook
The employment outlook for EKG Monitor Technicians is projected to grow 24 percent from 2015 to 2025, faster than the average for all occupations. As the aging population grows and heart disease is on the rise, the need for such technicians will only increase. This could be a great entry-level job into health care with many potential avenues for advancement.
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Certifications and Licensure
Critical Care Training Center is a certified testing site for the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) and National Center of Competency Testing (NCCT).
Our program graduates are eligible to take the Certified EKG Technician Exam through NHA or the National Certified EKG Technician Exam through NCCT.
NHA EKG Technician Certification Exam details:
- 100-question test (20 – pre-test questions)
- 2 hours to complete
- Can be taken at the CCTC or at a PSI Testing Center near you
- May be administered online or on paper
NCCT NCET details::
- 125-question test (25 – unscored questions)
- 3 hours to complete
- Can be taken at the CCTC or at a PSI Testing Center near you
- May be administered on paper
