EKG Technician

COMMITMENT

40 hours

MODE OF STUDY

On-Ground, Hybrid

TERMS OFFERED

Fall, Spring, Summer

CAREER FIELD(S)

Health Careers

COST

$1,000

Exams and textbooks are not included in price.

FUNDING

WIOA, SNAP

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CAMPUSES

Asnuntuck, Capital, Gateway, Middlesex, Naugatuck Valley, Norwalk, Three Rivers, Tunxis

The EKG Technician program will teach you basic EKG skills with opportunities to practice on equipment and in hands-on labs. This program includes an introduction to the function and proper use of the EKG machine, the normal anatomy of the chest wall for proper lead placement, 12-lead placement and other clinical practices. You’ll learn to analyze printed readings of EKG tests, measure various “cardiac intervals and complexes” determine normal vs. abnormal EKG results, and be prepared with the skills and knowledge to perform EKGs in a healthcare setting.

This program is perfect to pair with another healthcare certificate program, such as Certified Nurse Aide or Phlebotomy Technician.

Upon completion, you will be eligible to sit for the national certification exam issued by the National Healthcare Association (NHA).

In This Course You'll Learn To:

discuss the basic electrophysiologic principles of cardiac conduction to the anatomy and physiology of the body
identify proper placement of leads to ensure an accurate and consistent EKG reading
analyze a variety of EKG rhythm strips, identifying rate, rhythm, intervals and common dysrhythmias
demonstrate the technical aspects of the EKG machine, including the correct use of the machine and interpretation of artifacts
describe diagnostic electrocardiography in terms of goals, types, procedures, indications and contraindications
explain how to interpret a 12-lead EKG strip, and myocardial infarction in terms of physiology, symptoms

Admission Requirements:

Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be able to lift 50 pounds or more
A GED or high school diploma is not required for admission to the program. However, students must have one of these to take the NHA exam.

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