EKG Technician Certificate of Completion
Free Information Session!
Tues, March 6, 2012, 6:30pm, CSUDH EE 1210
Call 310-243-3741; Reg. No.: 22119
The Program
This comprehensive 50-hour EKG
(Electrocardiograph) Technician Certification
Program prepares students to function as
EKG Technicians and to take the American
Society of Phlebotomy Technician (ASPT)– Electrocardiograph (EKG) Technician exam in
addition to other National Certification
Exams. This course will include important
practice and background information on
anatomy of the heart and physiology, medical
disease processes, medical terminology,
medical ethics, legal aspects of patient
contact, the Holter monitor,
electrocardiography and echocardiography.
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What You Will Learn
EKG Technicians are responsible for
performing electrocardiogram tests in order
to monitor and record electrical impulses
transmitted by the heart. These tests include
basic EKGs, Holter Monitoring (portable EKG
which records activity for 24-48 hrs.), 12 lead
placement and Stress Tests (treadmill). They
assist a physician in diagnosing and treating
cardiac and blood vessel irregularities.
Employment Outlook
EKG Technicians work in physician offices,
hospitals, clinics, and other health care
facilities and organizations. EKG Technicians
also work for insurance companies to
establish health and life insurance policies.
Similar to other growing healthcare
professions, the demand for EKG Technicians
is expected to continue to grow substantially.
Who Should Attend
This is an entry level program geared towards
students of all ages wanting to enter the EKG
Technician Field.
Eligibility Requirements
Students should posses a high school
diploma and GED. Students should have a
command of the English language.
Special Features
The EKG Technician Certification Program
includes a graded final exam to help prepare
students for the ASPT – EKG Technician
Exam.
Certificate Requirements
A Certificate is awarded upon successful
completion of the program.
Costs
The cost of the program is $999 which
includes the cost of the materials.
SCHEDULED CLASSES
EKG Technician Certificate
Noncredit
Course content includes medical terminology
specific to the electrocardiography, care and
safety of patients, anatomy of the heart;
circulation of the heart and blood vessels,
basic EKG interpretation, preparing a patient
for an EKG, 12 lead placement, and other roles for the EKG technician.
Date: Mar 19 - May 7
Time: Mon & Wed 6:30pm-10pm
Meetings: 15
Location: EE 1209
Fee: $999
Instructor: Staff
Course No.: NMEK 101 Sec 01
Reg. No.: 22120
For more information:
bwald@lists.csudh.edu
To register:
Call 310-243-3741.