Hybrid EKG Technician
HYBRID ONLINE: Monday - Friday
In-Person Lab Days: Thursdays (mornings) or Tuesday (nights)
In-person Sessions: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM or 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Cost: $579.00 Registration: $50.00 (non-refundable)
ITEMS NOT INCLUDED IN COURSE FEES
Scrubs (RED) $45.00 (www.khscrubshopllc.com)
Background Check $25.00 (done at the school)
Drug Screen $25.00 (done at the school)
NHA EKG Technician Testing Fee $175.00
2025 CLASS SCHEDULE
January 27, 2025 - February 28, 2025
March 10, 2025 - April 11, 2025
April 21, 2025 - May 23, 2025
June 02, 2024 - July 04, 2025
July 14, 2025 - August 15, 2025
August 25, 2025 -September 26, 2025
October 06, 2025 - November 07, 2025
We offer various payment options including convenient payment plans.
3 Installments = (1)$193.00..1st day of orientation, (2)$193.00… 2 weeks after start of class, (3)$193.00… FINAL EXAM
Course Description: This 62-clock hour EKG technician training program is designed to prepare students for a career in the healthcare industry as skilled EKG technicians. The program covers the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary for operating EKG equipment, performing electrocardiograms, and recognizing common cardiac arrhythmias. Students will learn through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on training, including practical experience in performing EKGs on real patients.
Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
Understand the Cardiovascular System: Describe the anatomy and physiology of the heart, its electrical conduction system, and the circulation of blood through the heart.
Operate EKG Equipment: Proficiently set up and calibrate EKG machines, place electrodes correctly, and perform standard 12-lead EKGs.
Identify Normal and Abnormal Waveforms: Recognize normal EKG waveforms (P, QRS, T) and intervals (PR, QRS, QT) and differentiate them from abnormal patterns.
Recognize Cardiac Arrhythmias: Identify and classify common arrhythmias, including sinus, atrial, and ventricular rhythms, as well as bradycardias and tachycardias.
Perform 12-Lead EKGs: Understand the significance of 12-lead EKGs in diagnosing coronary artery disease and determining cardiac axis.
Conduct Special EKG Procedures: Explain and perform stress testing, Holter monitoring, and event monitoring procedures.
Interpret EKG Findings: Accurately interpret EKG findings and prepare detailed reports for healthcare providers.
Adhere to Safety and Infection Control Protocols: Follow safety protocols, maintain infection control, and ensure patient privacy during EKG procedures.
Understand Legal and Ethical Considerations: Recognize legal and ethical responsibilities in healthcare, including patient rights and informed consent.
Prepare for Professional Certification: Prepare for professional certification as an EKG technician, which may require additional study and examination.
Develop Professional Skills: Build professional skills, including resume writing, job search strategies, and understanding career pathways in the healthcare field.